casing

[EN 12792:2003, 63]:enclosure normally housing other components and generally made of metal lined where necessary with material for thermal insulation and/or acoustic attenuation. Inlet and outlet orifice(s) are provided.

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caulking

[AIVC, Air infiltration and ventilation glossary, 1992]:technique for making airtight joints by applying a sealing material. A form of weatherstripping.(see weatherstripping).

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