SMACNews Jun 29 2021 Choosing the Right Metal for Architectural Design Stainless steel will never corrode or rust. Aluminum is too expensive for many applications. And zinc is quick to deteriorate. L. William “Bill” Zahner III said those beliefs are common among architects and designers in the architectural metals industry. They’re also wrong. Read More
Contractor Operations Manual Apr 01 2021 Presentation Skills for Contractors This update provides guidelines and tools that enable contractors and their employees to become better presenters. In years past, effective presentation skills were considered important only to executives or those in the business development arena. This is no longer the case. The need for strong presentation skills applies to anyone who must present information to another individual or group. Effective presentation skills are now considered a core competency. This document is free to members in the SMACNA Store. Buy Now PDF $75.00
Webinar Oct 15 2020 Turning Field Obstacles into Opportunities Supervisors and field leaders are constantly faced with field obstacles that prevent them from being successful and profitable. This EDGE Conference session offered extremely valuable insights to help you work towards mitigating, and eventually, eliminating these challenges. Read More
Webinar Oct 15 2020 Best Practices for the Successful Development & Transition of Field Leaders In this EDGE Conference session, learn how to facilitate a smoother transition process and make future field leaders more successful in their roles. Read More
SMACNews Aug 20 2019 Vehicle Fleets Key to Contractors’ Sustained Success Sheet metal and HVAC contractors say effective fleet management is critical to their businesses. Read More
SMACNews ITI Strike Force Training Focuses on Intricate Wall Panel Systems As building envelope designs become more complex, so does installing their intricate wall paneling systems. Architects and design professionals are increasingly calling for the latest in-demand wall paneling systems. Read More
New Horizons Foundation Sep 01 2014 The Use of Just-in-Time Training in Construction The Just-in-Time Training (JITT) report examines in detail the concept and application of Just-in-Time Training. Read More 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
Online Training SMACNA Seismic Restraint Manual This session highlights the SMACNA Seismic Restraint Manual – Guidelines For Mechanical Systems 3rd Edition (ANSI) means and methods for seismically bracing ducts and pipes to meet the requirements of the regionally appropriate seismic hazard levels so that ducts/pipes are more likely to maintain their integrity and remain attached to the building’s structure during a seismic event. Read More Download PDF Download PDF Download PDF
Online Training HVAC Air Duct Leakage This webinar presentation on duct air leakage will define what duct air leakage is and how it relates to equipment air leakage, accessory air leakage, and HVAC system air leakage. Discussion about duct air leakage with respect to various codes and LEED® will be covered as well as common misconceptions and myths. Read More Download PDF Download PDF Download PDF
Online Training HVAC Duct Construction Standards This webinar demonstrates how to use SMACNA's Third Edition of the HVAC Duct Construction Standards to determine the proper range of construction options of rectangular duct used in today's commercial market. Read More Download PDF
2022 Supervisor Training Academy Covers leadership, communication, productivity, profitability, measurement and industry trends, and other topics relevant to supervisors, foremen, superintendents and other critical managers. Read More
DVD SMACNA Bubble DVD Destroys Design Myths The Bubble Video—so called because it uses helium-filled bubbles to visually illustrate airflow through a duct system that is fitted with a clear plastic side—has been revised in modern digital video format. The new video is available on DVD. A number of duct fittings are used to illustrate airflow movement variations through a duct system. The video also references both the SMACNA HVAC Systems Duct Design and HVAC Duct Construction Standard to tie actual airflow performance to the “flat” drawings and commentary within both manuals. The video is intended as an educational tool for designers and engineers to illustrate how good duct design and careful planning to avoid conflicts can be used to improve airflow and reduce one of the largest energy users in commercial-class buildings—HVAC system fan power. The running time for the video is 15 minutes. Buy Now DVD $144.00
