With no two jobs being the same, HVAC technicians must learn to adapt to the challenges of the jobsite environments – including working efficiently in small spaces.
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Why does tape often fail on reflective insulation?
Why does tape often fail on reflective insulation?
Tape failure is unfortunately not an uncommon occurrence on reflective insulation projects for HVAC ductwork. Reflective insulation is a great way to reduce energy costs, but its ability to do so is dependent on the achievement of full system closure, in which tape...
Mission: HVAC 2019 – Mission Three: Bridge the Gap
Mission: HVAC 2019 – Mission Three: Bridge the Gap
For their third mission, Blake, Brenan and Michael were challenged to help us bridge the skilled trades gap. We asked them to talk to the industry and their peers and to think about it themselves - then tell us what we can do as an industry to attract and retain...
How are barricade tapes used to promote safety?
How are barricade tapes used to promote safety?
5,190 workers were killed on the job in 2016 – that’s more than 14 deaths a day.* Barricade tapes such as caution, danger, and lead hazard tapes are used to communicate warnings and manage access to work sites and hazardous areas to promote safety. These...
How is tape used to promote safety?
How is tape used to promote safety?
June is National Safety Month, and this is the first of a series of weekly blog posts about how tape is used in different industries to promote safety in the workplace and on the job site. Tapes are used to promote safety in a variety of ways, from creating an...
What do flagging tape colors represent?
What do flagging tape colors represent?
Flagging tape is meant to be easy to spot, but it isn't always clear what it is being used to mark. Learning the meanings of the most commonly used colors will reduce confusion - and lower the risk of injury. Stay safe; learn to recognize hazards and which color to...
What does each color of electrical tape represent?
What does each color of electrical tape represent?
Electrical tapes come in a rainbow of colors, but for a purpose beyond being colorful. Each color of electrical tape represents a certain voltage level and usage designation for phasing tasks. Study up on what each color signifies so you can be prepared for...
What is the proper way to apply HVAC tape?
What is the proper way to apply HVAC tape?
Whether you are working with a foil or film tape, applying to sheet metal, flex duct, or rigid duct material, knowing the proper way to apply HVAC tape can make the difference between failure and long-lasting performance. Follow along to learn how HVAC tapes are...
5 Tapes Every HVAC Contractor Needs in their Toolbox
5 Tapes Every HVAC Contractor Needs in their Toolbox
Every true craftsman knows that it is essential to be prepared for everything the job might throw at them, and in the HVAC field, there is no limit to the unexpected. Different materials and environments demand the use of different types of tape, and coming...
5 Common HVAC Tape Mistakes You May be Making
5 Common HVAC Tape Mistakes You May be Making
The importance of proper tape use is often overlooked when it comes to HVAC installation and maintenance tasks. When system efficiency is on the line, choosing – and properly applying – a tape that is right for the task at hand can make the difference between an...
What are the benefits of reflective insulation for HVAC ductwork?
What are the benefits of reflective insulation for HVAC ductwork?
The popularity of reflective insulation is growing, and when you understand the benefits that it can have, it’s no wonder. Reflective insulation provides a barrier that reflects radiant heat given off by HVAC ducts back onto itself, allowing it to maintain its...
Why are air gaps necessary for reflective insulation on HVAC ductwork?
Why are air gaps necessary for reflective insulation on HVAC ductwork?
A common question that HVAC technicians who are new to reflective insulation ask is why it must be installed with air gaps at regular intervals between the reflective material and the surface to which it is being applied, such as the outside of a metal duct. To...
How does surface impact the type of painter’s tape used?
How does surface impact the type of painter’s tape used?
The surface that you are painting on should be a major consideration when selecting the type of painter’s tape. Different tapes are constructed with different levels of adhesion, making it important to choose one that is strong enough to hold up on the surface you...
How do I remove stucco tape?
How do I remove stucco tape?
Stucco tape can be removed in much the same way as a painter’s tape after painting a room. To remove tape that was used to mask off a window, start by gently pulling up a corner of the tape and gradually pulling the tape – and your poly sheeting if you used it – so...
Mission: HVAC 2017 – Challenge 8: Brand Power
Mission: HVAC 2017 – Challenge 8: Brand Power
Have you ever stood in a store aisle holding two different brands of the same product side by side reading the labels to try and figure out which one is the better product? Or do you always go for the same brand because it has always worked well for you in the...