Book Aug 01 2008 Accepted Industry Practice for Industrial Duct Construction This guide is a compilation of accepted industry practices and construction techniques that received wide acceptance for the fabrication and installation of industrial duct systems. Buy Now Book $159.00 Combo $262.00 PDF $159.00
Book Seismic Restraint Manual Guidelines for Mechanical Systems The Seismic Restraint Manual: Guidelines for Mechanical Systems, 3rd edition 2008, ANSI/SMACNA 001-2008, is an updated set of guidelines that shows designers and contractors how to determine the correct restraints for sheet metal ducts, piping and conduit, so that they are more likely to remain attached to the building during an earthquake. The manual shows how very low- and very high-risk areas of the country can be accommodated. The new edition includes a more extensive list of bracing options and has been revised to comply with current building codes all within a single document for user convenience. Buy Now Book $230.00 Combo $367.00 PDF $230.00
Book Guide to Cost Recovery for Sheet Metal and HVAC Equipment The SMACNA Guide to Cost Recovery for Sheet Metal & HVAC Equipment is a comprehensive, current guide to cost recovery for owned equipment. The rates in this manual are intended as guidelines paralleling amounts an equipment owner should charge during rental or contractual periods to recover equipment-related costs on a single-shift basis. Buy Now PDF $350.00
Book Guide for Implementation of Total Quality Management Responding to members' needs and requests, SMACNA developed its first Guide for Implementation of Total Quality Management for S/M & A/C Contractors. This Guide helps members understand the benefits of continuous improvement and the role and responsibilities of CEO's in leading the TQM effort in their companies. Buy Now PDF $52.00
Book HVAC Bid Specification Reference Manual Designed to help contractors interested in preparing accurate and competitive bids while guiding owners and designers in the preparation of a complete bid package, the "HVAC Bid Specifications Reference Manual" is organized around the Construction Specifications Institute MasterFormat.TM The book consists of 18 sections and is divided into two parts. Part One covers administrative requirements associated with bidding and contracting for the installation of HVAC Systems for commercial, and Institutional (CII) facilities. Part Two covers the technical requirements associated with specifying materials and equipment for HVAC systems-the basis for HVAC system procurement and installation. Buy Now PDF $185.00
Book IAQ Guidelines for Occupied Buildings Under Construction The SMACNA IAQ Guidelines for Occupied Buildings Under Construction, 2nd edition ANSI/SMACNA 008•2008, is intended as an authoritative source for providing project management guidance in maintaining satisfactory indoor air quality (IAQ) of occupied buildings undergoing renovation or construction. The Guideline covers how to manage the source of air pollutants, control measures, quality control and documentation, communication with occupants. It includes example projects, tables, references, resources, and checklists. Methods to identify and remediate lead, asbestos, or other materials that are classified as hazardous materials are not intended to be within the scope of this standard. The new edition includes a more extensive set of informative appendices than the previous edition that provide more references, resources, planning and inspection checklists, model specifications, HVAC equipment early start up guidance, and the DUCT CLEANLINESS FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION — all within a single document for user convenience. Buy Now Book $150.00 Combo $247.00 PDF $150.00
Book Rectangular Industrial Duct Construction Standards - Metric This version of the Rectangular Industrial Duct Construction Standards, 2nd edition (2007) is uniquely identified as the SI version (Metric • le Système International d’Unités) to differentiate it from the version published in 2004 as the I-P version (Inch Pound). This latest publication is based on the exact same theoretical work and scope of the earlier I-P version. What differs greatly between the two publications is that in the SI version the data is expressed in metric units and the ratings are based on the use of materials produced under and to ISO standards, in both strength and physical dimensions (we refer to this methodology as Hard Metric). This characteristic makes the information directly usable in the international market. Buy Now PDF $339.00
Book Sheet Metal Welding Guide This publication and the wealth of information it contains are intended to assist contractors, estimators and shop supervisors in profitably managing the welding activity in a sheet metal shop. Updated coverage of welding processes; flux-cored wire guidelines; and the latest equipment. The safety chapter covers such items as health effects, hazard controls and safety procedures. Other chapters include guidelines for developing welding procedures, controlling weld quality, estimating, hiring and training welders and welder certification. Buy Now Book $124.00 Combo $205.00 PDF $124.00
Book HVAC Systems Duct Design The fourth edition of HVAC Systems Duct Design presents the basic methods and procedures required to design HVAC air distribution systems. This manual provides the HVAC system designer detailed information on duct design and U.S. and metric units are provided in all examples, calculations, and tables. In addition to the basic engineering guidelines for the sizing of HVAC ductwork systems, the manual also provides related information on materials, methods of construction, economics of duct systems, duct system layout, pressure losses, fan selection, duct leakage, acoustic considerations, and Testing, Adjusting and Balancing (TAB). Buy Now Book $213.00 Combo $350.00 PDF $213.00
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 Guide to Working Safely with FRP Revised in 2004, this manual provides updated information on the safety and health issues surrounding Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP). The manual explains updated safety precautions and health effects related to fiberglass and styrene. Buy Now Book $38.00 PDF $38.00
Book TAB Procedural Guide The TAB Procedural Guide is intended for trained TAB technicians to assure that the appropriate procedures are employed in an effective manner. This new publication includes general as well as specific guidance for both air-and water-side HVAC system adjusting and balancing. Variable air volume, multi-zone, dual duct and exhaust air systems are examples of the systems specifically covered and time-saving forms are included for precise record keeping during the conduct of a TAB project. The guide assists TAB technicians with preplanning and establishing teams so that energy use is minimized whether the work is done in new or existing buildings. Buy Now Book $109.00 Combo $177.00 PDF $109.00
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 Safety Toolbox Talks - Volume IV The latest volume in the series is a collection of 100 toolbox talks covering a number of topics within the sheet metal industry, both in the shop and on the jobsite. Each talk is provided with an attendance form on the back. Buy Now PDF $38.00
Book Safety Toolbox Talks - Volume III This book contains 100 toolbox talks covering a variety of hazardous exposures in the sheet metal industry. The talks allow a supervisor/trainer to present refresher safety training sessions on a weekly/daily basis. Attendance forms are included on the back of each talk to assist contractors with keeping training records. Buy Now PDF $38.00
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 Safety Toolbox Talks - Volume II This book contains 100 toolbox talks covering a variety of hazardous exposures in the sheet metal industry. The talks allow a supervisor/trainer to present refresher safety training sessions on a weekly/daily basis. Attendance forms are included on the back of each talk to assist contractors with keeping training records. Buy Now PDF $38.00
Book The Effect of Temperature on Productivity NECA #5072-04 The National Electrical Contractors Association has conducted a series of laboratory studies to document the effects of temperature and humidity on productivity. The objective of these studies was to measure the effects of extreme combinations of temperature and humidity on labor productivity and to present these findings in a maner that enables electrical contractors to use this data as a guide in factoring bid estimates, planning jobs scheduling work, and negotiating extensions of time. Buy Now PDF $60.00
Book The Effect of Multi-Story Bldg on Productivity NECA #5071-04 The purpose of this report is two-fold. First, the report is designed to assist electrical contractors in evaluating the special job conditions found in multi-story building construction that cause an increase in the cost to install the electrical systems. Second, the report offers recommended estimating practices that will insure recovery of these added costs. This report is an update to an existing NECA study and survey from the 1970's. While the results of the original report have essentially been left intact, a new section has been added to further explain the impact of project size on labor productivity. Buy Now PDF $60.00
Book Project Peak Workforce Report NECA #5074-04 The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) published a report, Project Peak Workforce Report, in 1987 that used 120 projects to predict the peak number of workers for jobs based on the documented actual work hours for different types of electrical projects. However, the NECA report has become outdated and no longer represents the current construction scenario. The present publication is an update to the original NECA report, using current project data. The primary purpose of this publication is to assist electrical contractors with estimating the peak number of workers that can be expected on various electrical construction projects, including commercial, industrial, and institutional. Buy Now PDF $60.00
Book Bidding Direct - The Prime Option A 24-page pamphlet outlining the issues that need to be addressed when considering bidding direct as a contract option Buy Now Book $26.00
Book Guide to Control of Hazardous Energy This 54-page guide is designed to assist contractors in determining their need to control hazardous energy, as well as development of a hazardous energy control program. The manual contains toolbox talks, a copy of the OSHA standard on control of hazardous energy, and a program audit checklist in the appendices. (Lockout/Tagout) Buy Now Book $38.00 PDF $38.00
Book Jan 01 2000 Personal Protective Equipment This SMACNA Personal Protective Equipment manual is a valuable resource for any contractor. This 85 page book contains everything needed for a personal protective equipment (PPE) program, including a sample policy statement, guides to choosing and purchasing the proper PPE, record keeping tables, and toolbox talks for training. No contractor should be without this SMACNA manual. Buy Now Book $25.00 PDF $25.00
Business Resource SMACNA BIM Primer To compete in today's construction market, organizations will need to increase efficiencies in a time when project complexity is great and increasing, and project schedules are being reduced. BIM provides an effective way to do this. Read More Download PDF
New Horizons Foundation Nov 01 2008 Thinking Lean - Tools for Decreasing Costs and Increasing Profits This project updates research conducted in 2005. The need for the update was driven by the increasing complexity of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and sheet metal construction industry. Advancements in technology, financial pressure, and customers seeking greater involvement and value from their projects are the main contributors to this complexity. Read More Download PDF
New Horizons Foundation Aug 01 2008 Creating a Learning Environment: A Template for Creating and Cultivating a Learning Culture This report defines how to create and foster a learning environment in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and sheet metal industry. Read More 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 Resource Jan 01 2008 Duct System Calculator, Metric This calculator, complete with detailed instructions, enables HVAC system designers to design an average duct system without additional references. The only calculator in the industry to include the 0.0003 roughness factor duct friction loss data for designing straight, round or rectangular sheet metal ducts. Buy Now MISC $39.00
New Horizons Foundation The HVAC & Sheet Metal Industry Futures Study: Industry Trends & Drivers Shaping Alternative Futures To increase the understanding of factors influencing the business and to gain greater clarity for the future of the industry and its constituents, the New Horizons Foundation contracted with FMI Corporation to research and analyze potential industry trends that may affect the HVAC business and its stakeholders over a five- to 10-year horizon. Read More Download PDF
OSHA & Regulatory Compliance OSHA Announces Final Rule on Employer-Paid Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) On November 15, 2007, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a final rule on employer-paid personal protective equipment (PPE). Read More
New Horizons Foundation Oct 01 2007 A Comparison of Operation Cost Factors: Union Versus Nonunion HVAC and Sheet Metal Contractors The New Horizons Foundation sponsored this study that compared operating costs of union and nonunion contractors. The study concluded that cost differences in total costs, labor costs, fabricated ductwork, and crew mix contributed to the operating cost differences between union and nonunion firms. Read More Download PDF
New Horizons Foundation Jul 01 2007 Preconstruction Planning Process: Implementation Manual The purpose of this implementation manual, developed as part of a three-phase research project, is to present a comprehensive preconstruction planning process, with 50 step-by-step activities in 12 key planning categories. Read More Download PDF
New Horizons Foundation Jan 01 2007 Impact of Incompatible Software on HVAC and Sheet Metal Contractors The research objective of this study was to identify the impact of incompatible software on the HVAC and sheet metal industry and to investigate recent interoperability initiatives within the architecture, engineering, and construction and facility management industries. Read More Download PDF
OSHA & Regulatory Compliance OSHA’s Final Standards on Hexavalent Chromium On February 28, 2006, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published its final rules governing workplace exposures to hexavalent chromium (hex chrome) in General Industry and the Construction Industry. These rules require that sheet metal / HVAC contractors evaluate how they conduct welding operations. Read More Download PDF Download PDF Download PDF
New Horizons Foundation Jan 01 2006 Measuring Customer Loyalty: A Benchmark Study of HVAC and Sheet Metal Customers’ Satisfaction Customer loyalty can be the key to business success or failure. The New Horizons Foundation initiated and funded a study to gain greater understanding of customer requirements with the intent to improve the competitiveness of HVAC and sheet metal contractors. Read More Download PDF
New Horizons Foundation Jan 01 2006 Residential HVAC Trends: Home Improvement Centers Enter the Installation and Service Market This study examines trends and drivers that will impact future scenarios, specifically for the HVAC industry and the union segment of the trade. The research was developed through a combination of interview and surveys with HVAC industry stakeholders and an in-depth literature scan of private and public documentation, trade press, and industry reports. Read More Download PDF
New Horizons Foundation Jun 01 2005 Procurement Chain Management in the Construction Industry This study recommends the development of a new procurement process to achieve better time, cost, and quality. This can be accomplished through direct collaboration with all stakeholders in the procurement chain to produce a horizontally integrated procurement process. Read More Download PDF
New Horizons Foundation Oct 01 2004 Lean Production Principles The study identifies what “lean” means in the sheet metal and HVAC construction industry. It also suggests how lean can be transferred and implemented in the construction industry and which techniques are most applicable. It compares and reviews sheet metal and HVAC construction companies that are successfully applying the lean principles discussed in this study. Read More Download PDF
New Horizons Foundation Oct 01 2004 Tool and Material Management Systems This guide provides practical considerations, tactics and processes that apply specifically to managing tools, equipment and off-the-shelf, consumable materials. It provides an easy-to-reference list of considerations, tactics, and processes for implementation and ongoing improvement. Read More Download PDF
New Horizons Foundation Apr 01 2004 Quantifying the Cumulative Impact of Change Orders for Sheet Metal Contractors The New Horizons Foundation formed a research team to focus on the impact of change orders on labor productivity specifically for the sheet metal industry. The team developed a model that can estimate the productivity loss on a project impacted by change orders. The model can be applied to projects to generate a percentage loss of productivity due to changes. Read More Download PDF
New Horizons Foundation Schedule Compression Effects on Labor Productivity This study shows how schedule compression affects sheet metal contractors’ labor productivity, and quantifies the effects of overtime, shift work, and overmanning. Models that quantify the impact of each on the labor productivity of sheet metal contractors are presented. Recommendations for the contractor are included. Read More Download PDF
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. Read More Download PDF
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. Read More Download PDF
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