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What do I do before insulating or covering an S-and-drive joint?

Rectangular Duct Assembly: S-and-DrivePolished core starter — shop/detail check

Inspect the mechanical joint first, then seal it with the approved material if the job requires sealing. Do not let insulation, ceiling, or wall cover an open or uninspected joint.

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In Rectangular Duct Assembly: S-and-Drive, I’m looking at: What do I do before insulating or covering an S-and-drive joint? What should I verify before I cut, drill, seal, cover, move, or install?

Do not

Do not seal over gaps, dirt, oil, water, or a loose joint.

Why it matters

Shop standard, project drawings/specs, duct pressure class, foreman direction, and approved connection detail.

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