Ductwork in Corrosive Environments
Corrosive environments like pools or chemical plants require special duct materials.
What You Might Be Looking At
ductwork in areas with high humidity, chlorine, or chemical exposure
Apprentice words: pool duct, chemical room duct, corrosive air, special coating
Trade terms: corrosion-resistant duct, coated duct, stainless duct, FRP duct, PVC duct
Check First
What Not To Do
Don't use standard galvanized in corrosive environments. Don't ignore material specifications for special environments.
What can go wrong: Rapid corrosion, duct failure, air contamination, safety hazard, expensive premature replacement
Better Foreman Question
For this [pool/chemical] environment, what duct material and fasteners does the spec require?
Verify With
Reference type: project specs, ASHRAE
Source to verify: ASHRAE Applications Handbook, project specification Section 23 31 00
Safe wording: Corrosive environment materials are project-specific and safety-critical.