Posts Tagged ‘rooftop support’
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…
Read MoreEnhancing Project Integrity with Green Link, Inc.’s KnuckleHead Pipe Supports
Green Link, Inc.’s KnuckleHead Pipe Supports can be used to properly support pipes and manage cables in HVAC installations.
Read MoreRough-Ride for Roof Mounted Equipment
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…
Read MoreKnuckleHeads 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…
Read More