When do I need to use isolation pads on my duct hangers?
Isolation pads (vibration rubber/neoprene) are required when hanging ductwork in sound-sensitive commercial environments (like theaters, schools, or hospitals) or directly connected to high-vibration air handling equipment to stop acoustic transfer through the structure.
['Isolation pads (vibration rubber/neoprene) are required when hanging ductwork in sound-sensitive commercial environments (like theaters, schools, or hospitals) or directly connected to high-vibration air handling equipment to stop acoustic transfer through the structure.']
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Isolation pads (vibration rubber/neoprene) are required when hanging ductwork in sound-sensitive commercial environments (like theaters, schools, or hospitals) or directly connected to high-vibration air handling equipment to stop acoustic transfer through the
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