New Chop Saw — Precision Cutting for Complex Work

Our new chop saw is a significant step up from what we had before. It handles miter cuts and bevel cuts with accuracy that older equipment simply couldn’t match, and it can cut larger material and steeper angles without compromising on the clean, tight tolerances that quality ductwork demands. In sheet metal fabrication, a precise cut at the start means better-fitting components throughout the entire system. Less rework, less waste, and faster installation on your jobsite.

New Pittsburgh Machine — One Machine, Many Capabilities

This is perhaps the biggest upgrade in the shop. Our new Pittsburgh machine is a multi-function powerhouse, capable of forming several of the most critical duct connection profiles all in one piece of equipment, including:

• Pittsburgh lock seams — the standard longitudinal seam for rectangular ductwork
• S-slip and drive connections — for joining duct sections cleanly and securely
• Pipe lock seams — for round and oval duct fabrication
• Quarter-inch bends and small Pittsburgh profiles — for detailed, tight-radius work

Most significantly, it handles heavier gauge metal up to 18-gauge, which is essential for commercial HVAC applications where durability and structural integrity are non-negotiable. Previously, this range of profiles would have required multiple separate machines. Now it’s all done in one place, which means faster turnaround, a more organized workspace, and consistent quality across every profile we run. It also eliminates the tearing and deformation of metal that older, worn equipment can cause, giving us cleaner edges and tighter seams in the finished product.

New Air Hammers — Faster, Cleaner Duct Assembly

Our new air hammers allow our fabricators to drive duct connections together quickly and securely. What used to take extra time and effort by hand is now done faster and more consistently, reducing assembly time without sacrificing the tight, sealed connections that efficient HVAC systems require. For customers, this means less labor time and quicker project completion.

New High Jacks, Vise, Extension Ladder & Adjustable Tables — A Safer, Smarter Workspace

The upgrades don’t stop at the fabrication machines. New high jacks make it easier and safer to handle large, heavy duct sections. A new heavy-duty vise gives our team a secure hold for detailed work. And new adjustable work tables mean our fabricators are working at the right height for every task — reducing fatigue, improving accuracy, and keeping the shop floor organized and hazard-free.

A well-organized, properly equipped shop isn’t just good for our team, it directly translates to better work for you. 

What This Means for You

Every one of these investments comes back to the same core commitment: delivering better quality work, faster, at a higher standard of craftsmanship. Whether you’re working with us on a new construction project, a retrofit, or a design-build energy efficiency solution, your ductwork is being fabricated with equipment that matches the quality standards your building deserves.

We’re proud of what we’ve built in our shop — and we’re even prouder of what we’ll build for you.

Do you have an upcoming Sheetmetal project? Give us a call and find out how our new equipment can make your project more efficient. 

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Controlled Air, Inc, a leader in HVAC/Building Automation design build sales and service, seeks construction and service professionals to join our sheet metal organization.  From seasoned mechanics to apprentices, we are looking for hard working individuals who strive for excellence and seek a long and lasting work career with a company who cares.

• SM2 license with HVAC sheet metal experience or sheet metal apprentice
• Valid driver’s license
• US citizen or valid permanent worker

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical insurance paid 100% (including family)
• Paid sick, holiday and vacation time.
• Annual profit sharing retirement plan
• Low cost employee paid dental, vision, disability, vision, and life insurance
• Pretax flexible benefits plan
• Apprentice schooling reimbursement
• Company supplied vehicle, gas card, phone and tablet/computer if qualified
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Join us and become a visionary and leader in environmental solutions, efficiency, and optimal performance. We would love for you to be a part of our family-like environment, which fosters seamless collaboration and innovation. We are constantly starting conversations around how to create the most intelligently designed and constructed systems, focusing on high performance, energy efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Every day provides an opportunity to participate in hands on experiences, and become immersed in the industry. Working for Controlled Air, Inc. will not only offer you an edge in developing state of the art strategies and an insight to the most cutting-edge technologies, but will offer a thoughtful community whose mission is to contribute to a more sustainable future.

Controlled Air, Inc. offers professional growth opportunities, and benefits. Come join our growing team!

Controlled Air Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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