Rectangular Duct & TDC/TDF · Straight Runs & Assembly
Rectangular duct with internal liner
Acoustical/thermal lined run
ConnectionTDC, S-drive or approved lined-duct joint
SupportSupport without crushing insulation/liner
Before you start
- Look at the liner before it goes up.
- If it is wet, delaminated, or has been s...
- Stage the needed tools and materials before lifting the section: Approved lined-duct edge sealant/adhesive, brush, mechanical fasteners or pin....
Tools and materials
Approved lined-duct edge sealant/adhesive, brush, mechanical fasteners or pin...
Lay it out
- Handle sections by the metal, not the liner. Fingers dig into liner and on...
Set and support it
- Set and verify the approved supports before the connection is closed. Keep the joint from carrying the weight of the duct or fitting.
- Use the approved support method for this condition: Support without crushing insulation/liner.
Make the connection
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Handle sections by the metal, not the liner. Fingers dig into liner and on...
Check the install
- No loose or lifting liner anywhere in the section.
- No exposed raw edge, e...
Common mistakes
- Folding liner into the joint to make it fit. It blocks the seal path and th...
Stop and ask
Stop if liner is wet, delaminated, contaminated or blocks damper/sensor opera...