Arkansas HVACR NewsMagazine November 2025

HVACR NewsMagazine November 2025

State National Chapter News

metal it sits on or a filter base installed separate from the equipment that it sits on. Then seal the existing platform, and all penetrations. 13- Sediment traps are required after shutoff on gas lines at all equipment using gas. This is new construction and change outs. 2018 AFGC 408.4 14- Disconnects are required for air handlers. Can no longer use the breakers in the air handler as a means of disconnect. 2021 NEC 424.19 (A)

Dennis Curry, Mechanical Inspector for Fort Smith was the guest host on the October 2025 Lunch & Learn. Very informative covering much of what appears in this article. He was also a guest speaker at the Fort Smith HVACR Association Chapter in September. The local chapter welcomes his thoroughness and support of contractors in the Fort Smith service area. Click on the following link to view the Lunch & Learn on YouTube.

15- Ft. Smith has an ordinance that prevents gas flex to be used outside. 6-243 (17)

16- Summit Energy (AOG) requires 36 inches around there meters clearance from electrical components, equipment, and openings back into building.

Any questions please contact:

Dennis Curry, Mechanical Inspector (479) 784 2238 Dcurry@fortsmithar.gov Darrell Reynolds, Mechanical Inspector (479) 784-2249 darrell.Reynolds@fortsmithar.gov

October 13 2025 YouTube

Did You Know?

Arkansas & Missouri Railroad Many people probably ride this train all day - 8 hours, from Springdale to Van Buren and then back. However, a shorter version is the 3-hour round-trip from Van Buren to Winslow. According to the Railroad staff - this is the prettiest section of the 70-mile long rail route. Lunch and cold drinks are served so this is a very nice trip. The cars are in really good condition and comfortable. If you have a few bucks extra - splurge for the Dome car. It is really worth it. A review from Tripadvisor