SMACNA releases the fifth volume of the HVAC systems design manual

SMACNA standards and manuals cover all areas of the sheet metal and HVAC sectors, such as duct construction, indoor air quality, energy recovery, roofing, and commissioning.

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA), a pioneer in promoting quality and excellence in the sheet metal and air conditioning industries, has released the fifth edition of its HVAC Systems Duct Design Manual, which is accessible both digitally and in print.

This edition covers the methods and procedures for properly constructing an HVAC air distribution system, including updated material on duct design, duct fitting selection, examples, calculations, and tables.

“Our technical team works tirelessly to ensure HVAC contractors, design professionals, and building code officials have access to the latest design information to enable them to create and complete a project per the plans and specs with full conformance to the building codes for cost-effective delivery to the client,” said Aaron Hilger, SMACNA’s Chief Executive Officer, adding “As the needs of our clients change, we adapt with them and the construction projects they design.”

Technical standards and manuals developed by SMACNA members have worldwide acceptance by the construction and code community, as well as local and national government agencies.

SMACNA standards and manuals cover all aspects of the sheet metal and HVAC industries, including duct construction and installation, indoor air quality, energy recovery, roofing and architectural sheet metal, welding, and commissioning, and advancements are made possible by industry professionals who offer suggestions for improvement based on knowledge, experience, and research.