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Collective Bargaining Considerations for Monitoring Technology

An overview of the law under the National Labor Relations Act concerning use of technology to monitor employees and employer property.

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Resources Dec 01 2017

Virtual Design and Construction Practice: Benefits, Challenges, and Proven Strategies for AEC Team

This 2017 white paper offers insight into the growing use of virtual design and construction on construction projects. It describes the opportunities and challenges of VDC including three projects conducted by a leading architectural metal firm, A. Zahner and Company, where VDC played an important role.

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Technical Resources Feb 16 2017

2017 Update for Architectural Fascia and Coping Wind Tests Report

SMACNA’s Technical Resources Committee completed wind uplift testing on custom-fabricated fascia and coping architectural elements constructed in accordance with the SMACNA Architectural Sheet Metal Manual.

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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.

Technical Resources Jan 12 2014

Effects of Imposing a Universal Requirement of (G-60, G-90) Coating on All Components of Ductwork

This technical paper reviews the HVAC Duct Construction Standards, 2nd edition, 1995, specifications and requirements for zinc coating on galvanized steel ducts.

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Technical Resources Jul 01 2002

Test Standards for Fire, Smoke and Combination Fire/Smoke Dampers

On July 1, 2002, damper manufacturers were required to provide fire, smoke and combination fire/smoke dampers that are tested to new Underwriters Laboratories (UL) testing requirements.

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Technical Resources Jul 01 2001

SMACNA CAD Standard

The “SMACNA CAD Standard,” second edition, 2001, articulates in greater detail the CAD standards that will enable members of the AEC community to apply CAD effectively to mechanical, fire protection, and plumbing design and construction.

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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.

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Technical Resources Jan 01 2000

Duct Cleanliness for New Construction Guidelines

This guideline is intended to help the commercial duct installation contractor, design engineers and building owners to become more familiar with guidelines to control and reduce contamination.

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Technical Resources Jan 01 2000

Improper Fire Damper Installation

SMACNA is increasingly advised that contractors are being required to provide elements of fire damper and combination fire/smoke damper installations which are both unnecessary and not allowed.

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