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Apprentice Q&A · #285

Why do loose duct liner pin heads fail inspection?

2nd YearDuct LinerGREEN · Standard Correction

Loose or proud liner pins can catch dirt and let liner lift in the airstream. Flatten/secure them and repair liner facing per approved liner adhesive/spec before inspection closeout.

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Plain-English answer

Internal acoustic liner has to stay tight to the duct wall. If grip pins or heads stick proud into the airstream, they can catch lint/dust and create a spot where liner starts tearing loose.

Reach the area safely, flatten/secure the pin heads as allowed, repair damaged liner facing with approved adhesive/coating, and verify no loose insulation remains in the air path. Replace badly damaged liner sections if needed.

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The lined duct at [location] has pin heads/liner fasteners sticking into the airstream. I checked for loose liner. Do you want them flattened and sealed with approved liner adhesive before inspection?

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Use this as training guidance. The foreman, approved drawings, project specs, manufacturer installation instructions, employer safety policy, and AHJ/code requirements always control the final answer.

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