Flexible Connector At Fan
Flexible connectors isolate vibration and small movement between fan/equipment and duct, but they still need alignment and support.
What This Helps With
Flexible connectors isolate vibration and small movement between fan/equipment and duct, but they still need alignment and support.
Apprentice words: fan flex connector, flexible connection, vibration connector, canvas connector
Common problem: Connector is stretched, twisted, misaligned, or used to make up a bad duct offset.
Check First
What Not To Do
Do not use flex connector as a transition or hanger. Do not pull equipment/duct together with the connector.
What can go wrong: Connector is stretched, twisted, misaligned, or used to make up a bad duct offset.
Better Foreman Question
This fan connector is twisted/stretched. Should we realign the duct/equipment before fastening?
Verify With
Source to verify: Equipment manufacturer instructions, project detail, vibration isolation requirements
Safe wording: Connector details vary by fan type, pressure, and spec.