Static field route #79

What do I do when the S-cleat side is not fully seated?

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

Reseat the duct edge fully into the S/slip before finishing the drive side. A half-seated S-lock leaves the joint weak and leaky.

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Field checklist

Re-seat the S side
Check the corner gap
Verify the duct is not twisted or carrying weight

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In Rectangular Duct Assembly: S-and-Drive, I’m looking at: What do I do when the S-cleat side is not fully seated? What should I verify before I cut, drill, seal, cover, move, or install?

Do not

Do not seal or cover a joint that is only partly seated.

Why it matters

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

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