As an HVAC contractor, you have a plethora of tools at your disposal. Whether you’re beginning an HVAC career or are a veteran worker, all these tools can get confusing and overwhelming. Sometimes you simply need a refresher course on what to use when. It’s particularly important to stay on top of duct and sheet metalworking. As equipment continues to evolve, you’ll need to familiarize yourself with new forms of familiar machines and tools.
The Importance of Metalworking And Duct Equipment
Metalwork and duct work are important behind-the-scenes equipment that help make up an HVAC system. A system’s duct work regulates air flow and carries air through a home or building, ensuring the right amount of air is used to heat or cool each zone. This keeps the system running efficiently and can reduce energy bills as well as money spent on repairs and replacements.
Similarly, an HVAC system’s metalwork is specifically chosen and shaped to meet a building’s needs. For example, snap-lock pipes are often used for low-pressure HVAC systems such as those in furnace and dryer vents. Spiral pipes are commonly used in buildings where exposed pipes are part of the design, such as warehouses or big box stores.
Types Of HVAC Duct Equipment
To create the best metalwork and duct work for your HVAC system, you need several pieces of equipment. Start with flange forming and beading machines, which help strengthen and maintain the position of metalwork inside an HVAC system. You also need shearing or plasma cutting machines to help shape your metalwork or ducts.
Bartlett Air and Heat also wants HVAC workers to know about the benefits of machines like duct manufacturing auto lines and lockformers. These combine several small parts, such as beading, oil press, and shearing machines, to make the metal and duct work process faster and more efficient. For example, some duct manufacturing auto lines can operate at speeds of 16 meters per minute.
Metalwork And Duct Work And The Environment
As a contractor, you may wonder if a customer is familiar with the metalwork and duct work in his or her HVAC system. Thanks to the accessibility of information, HVAC customers are now more familiar with how their systems work. You might even encounter a customer who identified a duct work or metalwork problem while trying to install a system but still needs you to make repairs. This type of quick diagnosis allows you to communicate effectively with the customer and show him or her how to avoid similar issues in the future.
Additionally, more HVAC companies are examining how metalwork and duct work improvements can save energy and help the environment. The more familiar you are with your company’s metalwork and duct work practices, the bigger an asset you are to the conversation. This also enables you to talk to your customers about how their system choices keep their homes environmentally friendly.
To learn more about the specifics of HVAC metalwork and duct work equipment, please contact Bartlett Heating and Air Conditioning.
