Why HVAC Systems Are Moving to the Roof — And Why Green Link Leads the Way

Written by Eli Zuelke The future of HVAC isn’t on the ground; it’s on the roof. Across the country, advances in technology and sustainability concerns are taking contractors to the roof, where efficient, consolidated HVAC units and arrays are the clear choice for modern construction. The Rise of Rooftop HVAC Smaller, lighter, and more efficient…

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StrutFrame™ Duct and Pipe Supports: A Rooftop Installation Game-Changer

Ductwork and pipelines are like the nervous system of the building: sending essential HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and specialty services racing through the building to answer the demands of the occupants. Without adequate support, the system may start to sag, misalign, point load, or suffer a total system failure leading to costly repairs, hazards, and an…

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Rough-Ride for Roof Mounted Equipment

Improved Universal Base

Field reports from HVAC and roofing contractors indicate an increasing issue relating to the stability of rooftop equipment installations.  Earthquakes at 6.4 magnitude in January ran through the Caribbean wreaking havoc with the electrical grid and power lines, not to mention rooftop-mounted equipment.  Elsewhere, high winds and violent storms have caused the same.  As the…

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KnuckleHeads Prevent Split Tip-overs in High Winds

KnuckleHeads Prevent Split Tip-overs in High Winds Roof-mounted heat pump splits are often attached to 4’ X 4’ treated wood beams, which are loose laid on the roof membrane.  While this has been common practice for many years, the emergence of taller “double stacked” units has created a new problem:  “wind sailing.”  Contractors and building…

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