Custom sheet metal fabrication for your HVAC system
Sheet metal fabrication is vital for the installation and repair of HVAC systems. It allows the metal to be bent and turned into various shapes used for ductwork, eliminating the need for additional pipes and fittings that cause more energy consumption than necessary.
An HVAC system uses ductwork to move the heated or cooled air throughout a building structure and keep everything flowing as easily as possible. With the help of our sheet metal fabricators, you can have custom ductwork and HVAC components fabricated to meet the needs of your building or home.
Lockmer Sheet Metal in Butte provides expert ductwork and sheet metal fabrication to complete commercial and home HVAC projects. Our technicians are skilled and professional and strive to exceed the expectations of every customer.
Our sheet metal fabrication process:
The HVAC system fabrication process involves 5 steps:
- Design and Planning – On design-build projects, our technicians inspect where the ductwork will go and then take physical measurements. Many components are involved in the assembly of a duct system, and aspects such as airflow characteristics, ductwork classification, and HVAC duct shapes must be carefully considered. Most commercial and new build projects are engineered and reviewed with mechanical engineers & architects. Our technicians read the plans and install them as per the design.
- Material Selection - The materials to be used are selected according to costs, energy consumption, workability, and specifications on project plans. Possible materials include stainless steel, aluminum, galvanized steel, copper, and carbon steel.
- Cutting and Shaping - At this stage, the technicians measure up the sheet metal then carefully cut and shape the materials.
- Forming and Assembly - The formed pieces are joined together using the necessary parts and techniques.
- Quality Control - Our team provides quality checks throughout the process, ensuring that dimensions are precise, joints are fastened, insulation is correctly applied, and the ducts meet local building codes.
Custom ductwork applications
As the circulatory system for air throughout the home, ductwork formed by our sheet metal fabrication process can be used in a central unit, where air is heated or cooled at a central location before being distributed to all the rooms. Ductwork can be custom-fabricated into different sizes, shapes, and styles to fit any application.
In a commercial setting, rooftop HVAC units can save space and be easy to maintain. Often subject to availability, rooftop units are extremely efficient in meeting the airflow demands of the space. In large spaces, heavy-duty systems can be used to help with temperature consistency. Finally, high-pressure ductwork can be used in limited commercial spaces to provide higher volumes of air.
In a commercial setting, rooftop HVAC units can save space and be easy to maintain. Often subject to availability, rooftop units are extremely efficient in meeting the airflow demands of the space. In large spaces, heavy-duty systems can be used to help with temperature consistency. Finally, high-pressure ductwork can be used in limited commercial spaces to provide higher volumes of air.
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