Employee Policies 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. Read More Download PDF
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. Read More Download PDF
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. Read More Download PDF
White Paper 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. Read More Download Download PDF Download PDF
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. 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
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. Read More Download PDF
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. Read More Download PDF