Category: #hvac
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C.W. Driver Begins $175M Upgrade at Long Beach Poly High
C.W. Driver Companies, a premier California builder specializing in educational facilities, celebrated the groundbreaking of a transformative $175 million modernization project at Long Beach Unified School District’s (LBUSD) Polytechnic High School in Los Angeles County. The comprehensive project includes interim student housing, a new 65,000-square-foot Career and Technical Education (CTE) classroom building, and the modernization…
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Renovating an Old House? Here’s What You Should Inspect First
There is something special about older homes. Maybe it is the original hardwood floors that have seen generations come and go, or the charming trim work and built-ins that tell stories of another era. For many homebuyers, the dream is to find a place with character and good bones, then renovate it into something beautiful…
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From Reactive to Predictive: Smarter HVAC Maintenance
In the world of HVAC, maintenance is no longer just about fixing what’s broken — it’s about predicting what will break before it does. As buildings become smarter and more reliant on digital systems, maintenance strategies are evolving too. We’re seeing a major shift from traditional reactive maintenance toward predictive and condition-based maintenance models that…
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Top Signs Your HVAC System Needs Service This Season
As the seasons change, it’s crucial to pay close attention to your home’s HVAC system to ensure it operates efficiently and keeps you comfortable year-round. Many homeowners overlook the importance of regular upkeep, but professional maintenance can prevent costly repairs and improve air quality. If you’ve noticed odd noises or inconsistent temperatures lately, it might…
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Air-Con International- Regulatory Shifts and the Future of HVAC
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Global Regulatory Trends The HVAC industry stands at a critical juncture, facing substantial regulatory pressures aimed at reducing its environmental impact through the phased elimination of high Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants. Driven by international agreements and local environmental guidelines, manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers are swiftly transitioning towards more sustainable alternatives. This shift is…
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Knauf Insulation Products Earn Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Nod
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) announce that Knauf Insulation, Inc. have expanded its portfolio of products that have earned the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification. The newly Certified Knauf Performance+® insulation products include the Performance+® Earthwool® 1000˚ Pipe Insulation, Pipe & Tank Insulation, and KwikFlex® Pipe & Tank Insulation with Ecose. These…
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New HVAC Efficiency Treatment Debuts at Seattle’s Museum of Flight
PSR Mechanical, a leading commercial HVAC service provider in Seattle, has partnered with ECM Technologies, a national leader in HVAC operational efficiency and energy conservation, to bring ThermaClear® to the local market. This groundbreaking HVAC treatment significantly improves system performance and extends equipment life. The first Seattle treatment took place at The Museum of Flight, the world’s largest…
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New HVAC Efficiency Treatment Debuts at Seattle’s Museum of Flight
PSR Mechanical, a leading commercial HVAC service provider in Seattle, has partnered with ECM Technologies, a national leader in HVAC operational efficiency and energy conservation, to bring ThermaClear® to the local market. This groundbreaking HVAC treatment significantly improves system performance and extends equipment life. The first Seattle treatment took place at The Museum of Flight, the world’s largest…
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3 Key Options to Consider When Choosing an HVAC System
To maximize comfort and reduce energy consumption, you must choose a heating and cooling solution that suits your house and the climate conditions of your location the best. And countless old and newly emerging HVAC systems make it difficult for homeowners like you to find the right heating and cooling unit. However, there’s no need…
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AI’s Next Frontier Is Physical—CRE Shows What That Means
AI is transforming the world of commercial real estate (CRE), bringing us to the reality of even smarter buildings that don’t just react to their environments but interact with them. That’s precisely what today’s advanced AI, such as embodied AI, can do through robots and sensors, among other things. Today, technology ecosystems in property management…