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ANSI/SMACNA 016-2012: HVAC Air Duct Leakage Test Manual

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Author(s)
American National Standards Institute,
Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association
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Organization(s)
ANSI,
SMACNA
Description
Standard covering updates to the expected leakage rates for ductwork constructed to the SMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Standards—Metal & Flexible, duct leakage test procedures; includes recommendations on use of leakage testing, types of test apparatus, and test setup and sample leakage analysis.

Improving Central Exhaust Systems for Multifamily Buildings

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Author(s)
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
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Organization(s)
NYSERDA
Description
Report documenting the results of a NYSERDA-funded research project to demonstrate the costs and benefits of a best practice systems approach to improving exhaust ventilation system performance in five multifamily buildings in New York State.