Shaun Ray is director of engineering with Metal-Fab Inc., a principal member of NFPA 96, a member of the ASTM Eo5 committee, responsible for the development of ASTM E2336, and also a member of the UL Standards Technical Panel for UL 1978 and UL 2221. He can be reached at shaunr@metal-fabinc.com. To view a new video with details on factory-built grease duct testing and code compliance, visit www.greaseduct.com.
January 2009 will bring about major code changes as they relate to grease duct systems. These changes are far reaching and affect contractors, as well as architects, engineers, and specifiers. These changes, if not addressed, could cause confusion and, in some instances, major redesign, delays, and added costs.