DRY 5 - Mechanical Ventilation Installation: Details that Make the Difference

Thursday, May 19, 2005  ·  10:40 AM - 12:20 PM

DURABILITY

DRY 5 AIA, ASHI, BPI, NATE, RESNET

Mechanical Ventilation Installation: Details that Make the Difference

Mechanical ventilation systems are only able to provide the desired service if the installation is performed with the right equipment, materials, techniques, and attention to detail. Along with proper sizing and system design the use of best practices will help insure successful and durable systems. The focus will be on detailing that applies to most types of residential ventilation systems.

By attending this session, participants will

1. Review a set of universal installation “Best Practices”

2. Examine issues that are related to system durability

3. Gain appreciation for the interface between the ventilation system design, installation, and other building systems

Keywords: mechanical, ventilation, best practices, integration, installation, mechanical ventilation, quality control

Michael LeBeau, Conservation Technologies, Duluth, MN

Type: 100 Minute Session
Track: Durability
CEU: American Institute of Architects (AIA)   American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)   Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI)   North American Technician Excellence, Inc. (NATE)   Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET)  

Course Presenter(s):

• Michael LeBeau