Mechanical Code Discussion

Jan/Feb 2023

Utah Code Our Responsibilities as Contractors and Inspectors

May/Jun 2023

2021 I-Code Adoption

Mar/Apr 2023

IRC Chapter 16 SMACNA Duct Construction Standards Metal and Flexible

Jul/Aug 2023

Indirectly Conditioned Basements

Jan/Feb 2022

Condenser and Heat Pump Clearances Impact on Cooling Capacity Efficiency and Equipment Durability

Jul/Aug 2022

Energy and Mechanical Code Failure Access to HVAC Systems in Attics

Mar/Apr 2022

ACCA Manual D Friction Rate Worksheet Coils

May/Jun 2022

ACCA Manual D Duct Design Equivalent Lengths

Sep/Oct 2022

RMGA Fuel Gas Code Gas Connectors

Nov/Dec 2022

Indoor Pools and Spas Ventilation Systems

Jan/Feb 2021

Return Air

Sep/Oct 2021

Permits A Seven Letter Dirty Word

Nov/Dec 2021

ACCA Manual J Design Conditions For Contractors and Load Officials

Mar/Apr 2021

Appliance Access International Residential Code

Jul/Aug 2021

Vent Piping Part 2 Other Approved Products

May/June 2021

Vent Piping Plastic Pipe Glues and Primers

Nov/Dec 2020

Ignition Source Elevation

Jan/Feb 2020

Combustion Air from Inside a Newer Building

Jul/Aug 2020

Insulating Ducts with Building Insulation

Sep/Oct 2020

HVAC Systems and COVID-19

Mar/Apr 2020

Duct Insulation

Nov/Dec 2019

Code Compliant Materials

Jul/Aug 2019

2018 I-Code Adoption

Jan/Feb 2019

Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings

May/Jun 2019

Existing Common Vents in Multi-Family Buildings

Sept/Oct 2019

International Residential Code 50 CFM Bath Fans Requirements

Mar/Apr 2019

Duct Blaster Duct Leakage Testing

Sep/Oct 2018

Internal Loads Impact on Load Calculation

Nov/Dec 2018

Amendments to the Energy Code Impact on Mechanical Systems

Mar/Apr 2018

New Products Manufacturers Installation Instructions

Jul/Aug 2018

Infiltration and Ventilation Air Impact on Load Calculation

Jan/Feb 2018

Thermal Factors R-Values U-Factors and SHGCs Consistency on all Construction Documents

May/Jun 2018

Windows Skylights and Doors Impact on Heat Loss

Jul/Aug 2017

Gas Pipe Testing

Jan/Feb 2017

Appliance Location

Nov/Dec 2017

Design Conditions Outdoor Design Temperatures

Sep/Oct 2017

ACCA Load Calculations Duct Design and Equipment Selection

May/Jun 2017

Use of Open Combustible Appliances

Mar/Apr 2017

2015 International Residential Code: Cutting, Drilling & Notching

Jan/Feb 2016

Gas Pipe Sizing

Sep/Oct 2016

Dryer Venting Updates

Jul/Aug 2016

Ductwork in An Attic Suspend or Bury in the Insulation

May/Jun 2016

2015 International Residential Code Exhaust Fans

Mar/Apr 2016

Venting Materials

Nov/Dec 2016

Is Code Compliance Required for Retro-fit Replacement HVAC Systems

Mar/Apr 2015

Duct Insulation 2015

May/June 2015

The Impact of the International Energy Conservation Code on HVAC System Sizing

Jan/Feb 2015

Foil-Faced Bubble Wrap Insulation

Sep/Oct 2015

International Codes for the HVAC Industry

Nov/Dec 2015

Manufacturers Installation Instructions

Jul/Aug 2015

Code Requirements for Flex Ducts

Jul/Aug 2014

The Building Thermal Envelope

Jan/Feb 2014

Residential Duct Sealing and Testing 2012 IECC

Mar/Apr 2014

Fireplaces and Energy Efficient Construction

Sep/Oct 2014

Underground Gas Lines

May/June 2014

Duct Blaster Duct Leakage Testing 2014

Jan/Feb 2013

New in the 2012 Internatinoal Mechanical Code

Nov/Dec 2013

Proposals for 2015 Codes

Mar/Apr 2013

Return Air Paths Revisited

May/June 2013

2012 IECC Commercial Energy Efficiency

Jul/Aug 2013

Just Adopted the 2012 IMC IFGC IRC and State Amendments

Sep/Oct 2013

P Clearances from Combustible Construction

Sep/Oct 2012

Duct Systems

Nov/Dec 2011

Residential Hood Exhaust Fans

Sept/Oct 2011

Flexible Air Ducts

Jan/Feb 2011

Chapter 14 IRC 2009

Jul/Aug 2010

Installing Exhaust Systems

Jan/Feb 2010

Cathodic Protection of Underground Fuel Lines

Nov/Dec 2009

Ventilation

Sep/Oct 2009

Significant Mechanical Changes to the 2009 IRC

Jul/Aug 2009

Duct Systems IRC 2006