Book Residential Comfort Systems Installation Standards Manual This revised manual addresses three new areas: Hydronic heating systems, multistory HVAC systems, and residential commissioning. Appendix chapters provide overviews of methods for including crawlspaces in the conditioned space and the HVAC accessories, such as UV lights, zoning, and advanced air filtering methods to enhance indoor environmental quality (IEQ) for occupants. More detailed information and new concepts are induded for earth energy heat exchanger methods for ground source heat pumps. Updated construction code requirements are reflected throughout the range of HVAC system types, along with energy efficiency and sustainable practices. Installation, operation, maintenance, and guidance for residential heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems are also included. Buy Now Book $108.00 Combo $173.00 PDF $108.00
Book Thermoset FRP Duct Construction Manual This authoritative manual is one that design engineers, industrial engineering departments, pollution control authorities, fiberglass manufacturers and installation contractors can rely upon for the proper selection, manufacture, and installation of FRP duct systems. The American National Standard (ANSI/SMACNA 011-2017) contains language, tables and details for the construction of hand lay-up, spray-up, and filament-wound FRP ductwork from 30 in. wg negative pressure to 30 in.wg positive pressure. Round Ductwork sizes are expanded to include up to 96 in. diameter. For rectangular ductwork, new duct stiffener tables are added for easier selection. Recognizing the increased popularity of FRP ductwork, this edition is expanded to include commercial/HVAC applications. Supporting this, an underground installation section is added as well as added language on testing and balancing, duct sealing, and duct leakage. Duct hangers and support iinformation have been expanded and organized into a separate chapter which now includes: upper attachments, hanger selection tables, channel (strut) used as trapeze, riser support details, and more. Appendices in this edition cover: extended hanger spacing, general information on safe handling of thermoset fiberglass reinforced plastic duct, and allowable FRP defects. Buy Now Book $159.00 Combo $262.00 PDF $159.00
Book Architectural Sheet Metal Quality Assurance Guide Developed to provide guidance in the evaluation of exterior sheet metal building components - roofing systems, exterior walls, flashings, copings, etc. - during initial construction and for ongoing condition assessments and maintenance. The manual can assist owners/operators that may have limited knowledge and experience in the specifics of architectural sheet metal components, specification, fabrication, installation, or evaluation. The manual can also serve as a procedural inspection guide for experienced professionals who review architectural sheet metal systems regularly. Buy Now Book $161.00 Combo $266.00 PDF $161.00
Book Phenolic Duct Construction Standards This is the first edition of the SMACNA Phenolic Duct Construction Standards. This American National Standard (ANSI/SMACNA 022-2015) contains instruction, tables and details intended to provide basic phenolic duct fabrication and installation standards to the industry. The standard includes model project specifications, duct performance characteristics, specifications and closures, fittings and connections, reinforcement, hangers and support, accessories, and an inspection checklist. The standard is applicable for ducts up to 80 in. x 80 in. size that operate to 4 in. wg positive pressure class and to 3 in. wg negative pressure class. Buy Now Book $159.00 Combo $262.00 PDF $159.00
Book HVAC Systems Sound and Vibration Procedural Guide The HVAC Systems Sound and Vibration Procedural Guide details methods and processes that, when followed, provide repeatable measurement and verification of sound and vibration (S&V) levels, as required by new and emerging building codes. Instrumentation standards, sound measurement procedures, vibration inspection methods, and vibration measurement procedures are included in the guide. Written for trained sound and vibration testing supervisors and technicians, this publication also is a useful aid to assist designers developing project specifications for sound and vibration testing requirements. Buy Now Book $83.00 Combo $136.00 PDF $83.00
Book HVAC Systems Commissioning Manual Commissioning is the process of ensuring the HVAC system meets the owner’s operational requirements. This American National Standard, ANSI/SMACNA 014-2013, expands on this and also includes LEED project information, current terminology for commissioning of existing buildings as well as other updates to resources and technologies. The commissioning process works effectively for projects large and small, simple as well as complex and applies to the commercial, industrial and institutional markets. This practical how-to guide is for contractors, owners and engineers interested in learning about commissioning for new buildings and re-commissioning for existing buildings. Separate chapters are devoted to the different levels of commissioning, including basic, comprehensive and critical system commissioning. A thorough explanation of re-commissioning leads one through the preliminary investigation, survey and documentation phase, the design and installation of system modifications and the actual re-commissioning test. The appendix contains a sample HVAC Systems Commissioning Specification, complete from the planning to the final execution stage. Additionally, the topics functional performance testing, operator training, MSDS forms and equipment data sheets and O&M manuals are covered. It also includes sample reports and timesaving pre-start and start-up checklists. Use of these tested and proven sample forms and specification will save hours of valuable time. Buy Now Book $90.00 Combo $144.00 PDF $90.00
Book Architectural Sheet Metal Manual This completely revised publication contains the most comprehensive set of recommended practices available for proper design and installation of custom-fabricated architectural sheet metal including roof drainage system design for scuppers, gutters and downspouts. Features more details in the historical restoration section on skylights, cornices and spires; new moisture and maintenance guide with underlayments; mechanical fasteners and soldering guidance; and enhanced metals selection data. Offers new construction techniques and alternative methods of design and installation reflecting climatic conditions and rainfall rates. An upfront, fast “look-up” key speeds information retrieval. Also covers flashing, metal roofs, copings, gravel-stop fascia. Includes wind uplift pressure test reports confirming superior performance of custom-fabricated metal roofing. Applies to commercial, industrial and residential buildings. Buy Now Book $346.00 Combo $573.00 PDF $346.00
Book Mar 01 2011 Building Systems Analysis and Retrofit Manual The second edition of the Building Systems Analysis and Retrofit manual provides methods to assess the major energy using elements of an existing building—electrical (lighting and motors) and HVAC. It provides a process that begins with a walk-through audit. Methods discussed include using building systems automation, envelope improvements, and demand control strategies including thermal energy storage. Contractors interested in new opportunities will find market entry guidance and ideas to assist them in the development of new business strategies that target the renovation of existing buildings. Existing buildings are often located near public transportation and development typically occurs on a building’s existing footprint. These two “green” drivers may combine with basic economic factors to produce a compelling incentive for many prospective building owners to choose renovation of an existing building over the construction of new facilities. Buy Now Book $124.00 Combo $205.00 PDF $124.00
Book HVAC Duct Systems Inspection Guide Contains guidelines for inspection of commercial HVAC duct systems for compliance with SMACNA/ANSI HVAC Duct Construction Standards, Metal and Flexible, (3rd edition) and Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standard (7th edition). It reviews materials and reinforcement of duct systems, as well as assembly and supports of ducts. The Fire, Smoke and Radiation Damper Guide (5th edition) also summarizes installation details. Checklists are included for ductwork and fire dampers. Valuable as a study guide for the HVAC Duct Construction Standards manual and for learning inspection procedures in general. Includes soft metrics. Buy Now Book $161.00 Combo $266.00 PDF $161.00
Book HVAC Sound and Vibration Manual This first edition of HVAC Sound and Vibration was developed to provide in-depth, HVAC-specific guidance in the art of sound and vibration measurement and mitigation. As building construction has become lighter and tighter, sound and vibration that previously may have gone unnoticed is more often becoming a nuisance. This creates both a problem and an opportunity — a problem because designers and installers must be diligent in using materials and techniques that mitigate the potential for sound and vibration problems and an opportunity for contractors that specialize in resolving occupant complaints related to sound and vibration. Buy Now PDF $220.00
Book Sep 30 2004 Architectural Sheet Metal Inspection Guide An invaluable inspection resource for owners of standing seam, batten seam, or Bermuda-type roofs. Presents practical troubleshooting and corrective tips for typical problems of roof panels, gutters, downspouts, fascia, copings, flashing, ridges and hips, valleys, expansion joints, penetrations, fasteners and soldering. Also provides relevant information regarding construction of these architectural elements, the purpose of each, as well as what to look for during periodic inspections. Sealants, moisture transfer methods and air leakage are also covered. Emphasizes the importance of regular and appropriately timed inspections because a small problem discovered early can be fixed at a low cost, preventing minor damage from becoming a substantial problem until the cost of repair and remediation becomes excessive. Contractors will find this book a valuable resource to provide owners or facility managers along with the standard building completion documents. Buy Now Book $83.00 Combo $136.00 PDF $83.00
Book Rectangular Industrial Duct Construction Standards This second edition expands the scope of the 1980 version, updating original text to incorporate a revised theory of design, new materials and more “user friendly” tables. Included are new tables for stainless steels and aluminum, plus expanded chapters on materials, welding practices, and a guide specification. It covers the simple, low or moderate temperature and pressure (or vacuum) indoor systems as well as the more complex outdoor systems that operate at moderate to high temperature and pressure (or vacuum), and are subject to higher and more complex external loading. Approved as an American National Standard (ANSI/SMACNA 002-2011). Buy Now Book $339.00 Combo $560.00 PDF $339.00
Book Fire, Smoke and Radiation Damper Installation Guide for HVAC The new edition has been updated from the 1992 edition and includes updated code references, NFPA references, and expanded guideline notes as to the details of damper installation. The appendices on smoke control and smoke detectors have been revised to reflect the current technology and requirements for those applications. Buy Now Book $113.00 Combo $186.00 PDF $113.00
Book HVAC Systems Testing, Adjusting & Balancing This new version has been extensively updated from the 1993 version and includes all of the many changes that have taken place in the HVAC industry. New sections covering VFD, DDC, lab hood exhaust balancing, and the latest changes in balancing equipment and procedures are included. Buy Now Book $220.00 Combo $362.00 PDF $220.00
Book Jun 30 2002 Accepted Industry Practices for Sheet Metal Lagging This document contains accepted industry practices for the fabrication and installation of sheet metal lagging, used to cover and protect insulated areas of equipment. The fabrication practices included illustrate the requirements of most commonly encountered insulated surfaces, such as boiler walls, flues, ducts, precipitators, air heaters, economizers, tanks, fans,etc. This publication is intended to assist the designer, contractor and plant engineer in understanding and solving the complexities involved in the design, fabrication and installation of sheet metal lagging systems. Buy Now Book $124.00 Combo $205.00 PDF $124.00
Book Residential Sheet Metal Guidelines The first edition of SMACNA’s Residential Sheet Metal Guidelines offers contractors, designers, builders and homeowners a source of expert information on the proper fabrication and installation of exterior sheet metal in residential buildings. Covering topics that include roof drainage systems, decks, chimneys, windows, doors and ledges, the new manual presents details and explanations based on and designed for low-rise residential buildings, up to three stories, that are used as single-family and multi-family dwellings. The guide also highlights details commonly used in residential sheet metal work throughout the industry. In addition to generic detail drawings, design data and the appendixes will help users to adapt the drawings to local climate and project conditions. Carefully examining the information along with the local climate conditions will enable users to select the proper details for practically any residential architectural sheet metal application. Buy Now Book $161.00 Combo $266.00 PDF $161.00
Book Apr 01 2001 Kitchen Ventilation Systems and Food Service Equipment Guide A basic reference guide to industry-accepted practices for fabrication and installation of commercial kitchen ventilation systems and custom-built food preparation equipment. Assists the designer, contractor and code officials in understanding the complexities of designing, installing, construction and balancing both the exhaust and make-up air systems required in commercial kitchen ventilation. The food service equipment section offers practical guidelines for designing, fabrication, evaluating and installing a wide range of custom-built food service equipment. Includes tables, shelves and wall lining details as well as minimum dimension and metal thickness standards for constructing light, medium and heavy-duty kitchen equipment that should provide owners with years of trouble-free usage. Developed in accordance with ANSI/NSF-2-1996. Also included is an appendix that provides application details for the seismic bracing of food service equipment. Buy Now Book $124.00 Combo $205.00 PDF $124.00
Book Guidelines for Roof Mounted Outdoor Air-Conditioner Install Contains guidelines for installation of roof-mounted outdoor air-conditioner equipment as developed by SMACNA and the Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI). To be used as a supplement to the unit manufacturer's specific installation instructions. This booklet of waterproofing illustrations and reminders covers curb and roof penetrations and sealings, as well as the interface between the roof and the location at which the unit, piping, electrical wiring or sheet metal ductwork pass through the roof. This guideline supersedes AHRI Guideline B-1986. Buy Now PDF $9.00
Book Jan 01 1994 Ducted Electric Heat Guide for Air Handling Systems A comprehensive application and installation guide of ducted electric heaters and important factors relating to application, selection, location, installation and control. Buy Now Book $41.00 Combo $68.00 PDF $41.00
Business Resource Rethinking Offsite Construction FMI research in 2018 surveying owners offers a high-level snapshot of U.S. offsite construction environment at the time. Read More Download PDF
SMACNews Zahner’s South Korean Tower Sparkles A dramatic curved stainless steel façade gave the A. Zahner Co. of Kansas City, Missouri, another opportunity to further expand its geographic reach to the Harim Tower in Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea. Read More
Video Southland Industries: Multi-trade Modular Rack Design and Construction Video In this video, Southland Industries explains how the use of in-house engineering and construction resources build multi-trade modular rack systems. View Now
Video Jun 14 2016 MMC Contractors: Prefab and BIM Expertise Video This video showcases SMACNA member MMC Contractors ability to use Building Information Modeling (BIM) and modularization techniques to go beyond just fabrication. View Now
Video J.F. Ahern: Prefab Time Lapse Video J. F. Ahern Co. recently unveiled a time-lapse video that was filmed over several months, chronicling the assembly and installation of 32 multi-trade racking systems for the Froedtert CFAC project in Milwaukee. View Now
Video J.F. Ahern: Prefabrication that Benefits Your Project This video addresses estimating and design, shop fabrication and assembly, quality control, delivery and installation, and final occupancy. View Now
White Paper Early Start-Up of Permanently Installed HVAC Systems Contractors are increasingly being required to perform early start-up of HVAC systems for the use of temporary heating, cooling or dehumidification during the construction process. This SMACNA position paper addresses the issue. Read More Download Download PDF Download PDF
Online Training HVAC Duct Construction Standards 103 - Round and Oval Duct, Hangers, and Casing Construction Gain a solid understanding of how to construct duct in a resource efficient and sustainable manner that is compliant with SMACNA’s HVAC Duct Construction Standard. This is the final session in a three part series. Read More
Online Training HVAC Duct Construction Standards 102 This webinar will help you gain a solid understanding of how to construct duct in a resource efficient and sustainable manner that is compliant with SMACNA’s HVAC Duct Construction Standard. This is the second session in a three part series. Read More Download PDF Download PDF Download PDF
Online Training HVAC Duct Construction Standards 101 This presentation will cover the following (with respect to rectangular duct): - Basic definitions used to properly describe rectangular duct - Limits and proper application of various joints and seams - Use of the manual to determine proper construction options - and more Read More Download PDF Download PDF Download PDF
Online Training SMACNA Fire, Smoke & Radiation Damper Session highlights the considerations in specifying and installing fire dampers, smoke dampers, combination fire and smoke dampers and ceiling dampers in HVAC systems. Read More Download PDF Download PDF Download PDF
Resource Presentations on Procedures in the Architectural Market Sector The SMACNA Architectural Contractors Council Steering Committee prepared a series of PowerPoint (PPT) presentations on significant processes and procedures within the architectural market sector. Read More
Technical Resources Jan 12 2001 Custom Fabricated Sheet Metal Test Report SMACNA's Custom Fabricated Sheet Metal Roof Test Report describes the performance of the double lock standing seam and batten seam metal roof conforming to the SMACNA Architectural Sheet Metal Manual. Read More Download PDF
SMACNews Prescription-Strength Contracting When the Kansas City, Mo., engineering, procurement and construction firm IPS needed help navigating construction protocols in Texas, they reached out to The Brandt Companies. Read More
SMACNews Laboratory Expertise Yields Positive Results for Boston- Area Contractor Hospitals, universities, biotechnology companies, and many pharmaceutical clients highlight this Waltham, Mass.-based SMACNA firm’s construction portfolio. Read More
Video Limbach: Off-Site Prefabrication Video Many components of piping systems can be fabricated in Limbach's shop for delivery to the job site for quick, safe and accurate assembly. This video explores Limbach off-site prefabrication. View Now
White Paper Mini-Split Systems in Residential Retrofit Applications Mini-split systems are being marketed for installation in new construction in smaller homes but are also being utilized in retrofits. This paper addresses some benefits and limitations of mini-split systems in residential retrofit applications. Read More Download PDF
