Spiral & Round Duct · Straight Runs & Assembly

Spiral duct with draw-band coupling

Field-joined straight sections

ConnectionExternal draw-band coupling
SupportBand hanger or trapeze near but not loading joint

Before you start

  • Both duct ends have to be square, clean, and the same diameter.
  • A draw band w...
  • Stage the needed tools and materials before lifting the section: Draw-band coupling, specified sealant or gasket, band tool or impact with the....

Tools and materials

Draw-band coupling, specified sealant or gasket, band tool or impact with the...

Lay it out

  1. Butt the prepared duct ends evenly. Both ends square, both ends clean. Che...

Set and support it

  1. Set and verify the approved supports before the connection is closed. Keep the joint from carrying the weight of the duct or fitting.
  2. Use the approved support method for this condition: Band hanger or trapeze near but not loading joint.

Make the connection

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    Butt the prepared duct ends evenly. Both ends square, both ends clean. Che...

Check the install

  • Equal coupling overlap both sides of the joint, measured.
  • No edge gap any...

Common mistakes

  • One long crank on the band. The coupling goes crooked and the far side neve...

Stop and ask

Stop if ends are uneven, diameter mismatch exists or band bottoms out before ...