The BCxA Central Chapter received its Charter from the BCxA in September of 2003. Since that time, we have grown from 25 members to over 175 members. The Central Region covers 12 states across the northern mid-west. The states included are Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
The BCxA Central Chapter strives to be innovative in our approach to member relations. We have Chapter webinar meetings in which all Chapter members are encouraged to participate. The webinars contain national and Chapter business discussions as well as a brief technical presentation on systems, products, and issues that impact our business activities.
Duct pressure or duct leakage testing is typically spec’d on most new construction and alteration projects but is it enough to ensure optimal performance and energy efficiency of duct systems? The typical expectation of a mechanical system designer is that there will be leakage no greater than 10% of system capacity but actual field measurements performed by balancers indicate that, on most jobs, that number is more like 30% or 40%. Flow rates are difficult to achieve at diffusers or registers, requiring more fan power than anticipated during design. Kort Kugel, Global Sales Manager for Aeroseal, will review different methods for meeting ASHRAE and SMACNA seal classes in both new construction and existing buildings. He will also talk about ductwork as the forgotten piece of the HVAC system when it comes to energy efficiency and indoor air quality. And finally he will introduce the concept of aerosolized duct sealant as a way to tighten up new and existing ductwork.
Dates
Fri Apr 08, 2022
- Fri Apr 08, 2022 CST
Time
08:00 AM CST
Location
Virtual
Please join on April 8th for a 15-20 minute quick presentation of the forgotten component of an HVAC system…the duct work…. a leak in a pipe with a liquid is totally unacceptable obviously, but leakage in ductwork, we can live with that within reason….let’s learn why/how this could be improved.
BCxA Central Chapter Members - please look out for an email invitation.
Chapter Webinar: The VAV Box – So Simple Yet So Powerful
April 15, 2015:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ON2M8ypQ1SQ
Committees: There are many opportunities to participate in the BCxA. Committees are a great way to share, to learn, to experience. Please see the following link for committee opportunities:
https://www.bcxa.org/about-us/commitees.html
