Support spacing too wide

Support spacing that is too wide lets flex sag. Add supports according to manufacturer/project direction before ceiling close.

Stop if

• The support spacing looks wide and the flex is sagging. Do you want another support added here?

Watch out

• Do not leave long unsupported flex runs.

Check

• Measure spacing between supports.
• Check where sag begins.
• Add approved support without compressing flex.
• Keep the run smooth and short.
• Ask if the route should change instead of adding supports.

Steps

• Measure spacing between supports.
• Check where sag begins.
• Add approved support without compressing flex.
• Keep the run smooth and short.
• Ask if the route should change instead of adding supports.

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