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Not pressing TDC (transverse duct connector) flanges down flush before assembly

2nd YearSheet Metal Work

Use a flange-setting tool to fully seat TDC flanges on all four sides before joining sections. Any flange not fully seated will create a gap, a leak path,…

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Use a flange-setting tool to fully seat TDC flanges on all four sides before joining sections. Any flange not fully seated will create a gap, a leak path, and a failed pressure test.

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Can you verify this before I keep going? I’m looking at: Not pressing TDC (transverse duct connector) flanges down flush before assembly. 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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