Not staging flange hardware before duct is in air

Treat the flanged joint as a manufacturer/spec-controlled connection: not staging flange hardware before duct is in air.

Stage the hardware before the lift. Missing gasket, corners, clamps, bolts, or tools wastes time once the duct is overhead.

Rectangular Duct & Fittings 3rd Year BLUE

Stop if

Ask when connector type, gasket, cleat/bolt schedule, pressure class, or manufacturer detail is unclear.

Watch out

Do not lift flanged duct and then go hunting for the parts.

Check

Lay out gasket, corners, clamps, bolts, nuts, washers, and tools
Confirm hardware matches the joint

Steps

Align the duct sections square.
Check flange faces, corners, gasket, and cleats/bolts.
Fix damage or missing parts before tightening.
Tighten or cleat evenly per project/manufacturer detail.
Focus on the actual issue: not staging flange hardware before duct is in air.

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