Control versus Balancing Dampers - The Difference Between Dampers

What is the difference between a control damper and a balancing damper? Can they be used for the...

Louver Aesthetics - Design Options for Architectural Louvers

Learn how to turn boring, square louvers into works of art.

Five Types of Dampers in HVAC and When To Use Them

So many dampers to choose from, but what do they do? Read more about the five types of dampers, now...

Anatomy of a Submittal

Confused by submittals? The best place to start is knowing where to look.

A Year in Review with Ken Wahlers, President of MCDLG

In this article, Ken Wahlers looks back on our accomplishments in 2018 and reveals what MCDLG has...

Actuators - Making Adjustments

Which type of actuator is best? It depends on what you need it for.

AMCA Testing - AMCA Seals for Louvers

AMCA Ratings can help you determine which louvers are best at a given task. What do they mean?

Drain Pans and Sill Extensions - An Explanation

When a drainable louver blocks water from getting through, that water usually drains down the jamb...

AMCA Testing for Louvers - Water Penetration

The Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) provides test standards for louvers. This article...

MCDLG Interview - David Saulten on Louvers and the A'18 Conference

In this interview, we talk to David Saulten about louvers, the A'18 Conference on Architecture, and...