Duct cleaning air tools

Duct Cleaning Air Tools

Matt Kelly and Tommy Gwaltney

2013 NADCA Technical Conference Atlanta, Georgia

Introduction

• Matt Kelly

– Co-founder of AirTek Indoor Air Solutions

– NADCA member since 1999

• ASCS, VSMR and CVI-certified

– 18 years of duct cleaning experience

– HVAC contractor installing air condition systems

– IKECA-certified

– Certified Dryer Vent Exhaust Technician (CDET)

– Marine industry and building construction experience

Introduction

• Tommy Gwaltney– Owner of Air Quality Systems, Inc.

– Working in HVAC industry since 1966

– Licensed HVAC contractor for 35 years

– NADCA member for 23 years• Currently serving on the NADCA convention committee, regional

technical committee and education committee

• Served on the NADCA Board for nine years

• ASCS, VSMR, and CVI-certified

– Member of HVAC regional technical committee and regional coordinator for eight years.

SAFETY FIRST

• Misuse of these devices can result in serious injury.

Potential Dangers

• Compressed air accidentally blown into the mouth can rupture the lungs, stomach or intestines.

Death

• Direct contact with compressed air can lead to serious medical conditions and even death.

Low Pressure

• As little as 12 lbs. of air pressure can blow an eye right out of its socket.

To prevent accidental injury when working with compressed air.

• Always were your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Reverse Air Blast Assembly

•Air blasts back towards the operator.

•Lightweight hose and nozzle allows the hose to propel itself through the duct away from the operator.

Forward Ball Assembly

• Air blast pushes debris forward, away from the operator and towards the vacuum system.

• Hose is flexible enough to navigate the curves yet rigid enough to prevent the nozzle from curling back towards the operator.

Spinning Type Ball

• Most are used to propel and pull line around elbows with a spinning action.

Whip Type Agitator

• Can be used in metal and insulated ductwork.

Plastic Duct Plugs (seals access points)

• Make sure they are fire-rated plugs before you buy them.

• Great for getting your air tools to different sections of duct.

Hand Held Blow Guns

Pneumatic Engines

Reading manual provided with your pneumatic motor ensures:

• proper care• avoids maintenance challenges• decreases down time• peak performance of the motor

Pneumatic Vacuums

Tank Size: 15 Gal.

Tank Construction: Stainless Steel

Static Lift: 150"

C.F.M. 90

Dry Pickup: Yes

Wet Pickup: Opt.

Filtration: 99.97% at 0.3 micron

Hoses

• Four types: 1) Rubber: Suitable for the home air compressor and in

agricultural and industrial applications.

2) Nylon: Not suited for high pressure applications, industrial applications, or extended use.

3) PVC: An economical choice and suited for general purposes like painting, inflating, and with tools.

4) Polyurethane: Material of choice for high pressure applications, extended use, and use in industrial situations.

Inside Diameter

• Inside Diameter is very important to the duct cleaning technician.

• Most common sizes are 1/4”, 3/8”, 1/2” and 1”

Riser Air Tool

• Cleaning of An Eight-Story Exhaust Riser

15-Story Building

• Exterior Elevator

Riser Tool

Riser Tool used for horizontal duct cleaning

Your project can even be on the water

Projects

Projects

Projects

Projects

Thank You

Matt KellyBranch Manager, San Diego office

8390 Juniper Creek Lane, Suite BSan Diego, CA 92126

mattkelly@air-tek.net

Office: 619-820-7493

Toll-free: 877-858-6213

Tommy GwaltneyOwner, Air Quality Systems, Inc.

5925 Peachtree Corners EastNorcross, GA 30071

info@aqsatlanta.comOffice: 770-446-1142