TPM 15 - Measuring Airflow in Ducts (Hands-on)

Tuesday, May 17, 2005  ·  1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Measuring Airflow in Ducts (Hands-on)

Are you troubleshooting comfort complaints and wondering if the delivered airflow to the uncomfortable zone is adequate? Are you concerned about the amount of heating and cooling the system can deliver based on actual air handler flow? Do you need to find out how to verify the performance of your (or someone else’s) duct design and installation? If so, this session is for you. Each participant will measure flow in an actual duct system (in a classroom) using a wide variety of tools and techniques. We will measure flow in and out of the duct system.

By attending this session, participants will

1. Explore the basics of airflow in duct work, including the relationship of pressure, resistance, and airflow

2. Understand the factors that influence the accuracy of flow measurement devices

3. Learn low cost ways of measuring airflow

Keywords: airflow, comfort, ducts, HVAC, performance testing, diagnostic tools, air handler

Topic(s): Performance Testing, Not For Novices, HVAC Systems
Type: Half-Day
CEU: American Institute of Architects (AIA)   American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)   Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI)   North American Technician Excellence, Inc. (NATE)  

Course Presenter(s):

• Bruce Manclark
• Frank Spevak
• Bob Davis