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Mis-rolling a spiral elbow segment so the seam is in the wrong position

2nd YearSheet Metal Work

Before rolling any elbow segment, mark the centerline and seam position on the flat blank. Roll to a test cylinder first and verify seam location. Seams s…

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Before rolling any elbow segment, mark the centerline and seam position on the flat blank. Roll to a test cylinder first and verify seam location. Seams should land in a low-turbulence zone, not on the throat or heel.

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Can you verify this before I keep going? I’m looking at: Mis-rolling a spiral elbow segment so the seam is in the wrong position. What’s the approved correction for this job?

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Do not hide, force, cover, or “make it work” if this affects safety, access, airflow, rated assemblies, supports, equipment, or inspection. Stop and verify the approved correction.

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