Re-Opening Ontario : Safely Starting Up Your Commercial A/C System
As COVID-19 case numbers decline, the Government of Ontario is moving forward with its reopening plan. This means that companies in commercial office buildings will be starting to welcome their employees back to the workplace. The phased reopening also coincides with the return of hot, humid weather in Southern Ontario, prompting property managers to prepare […]
Should You Get A Rooftop HVAC Unit?
When exploring HVAC options for commercial buildings, many property managers take a close look at rooftop HVAC units (RTU’s) for the number of specific benefits they offer over split systems. RTU’s are generally used for low-rise buildings with large, open spaces such as department stores, shopping malls, warehouses, factories, and more. They’re best suited for […]
9 Tips for Running Your HVAC System During Low Occupancy
The ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic has seen an unprecedented shift in the number of people working from home. The work-from-home trend has left many office buildings and other high-occupancy buildings operating with fewer onsite staff than ever before. During periods of low occupancy, property managers need to balance the climate needs of security, […]
How HVAC Protects Seniors in Long-Term Care Homes
Since the COVID-19 pandemic took hold here in Canada, a spotlight has been shone on seniors long-term care facilities and the extra precautions taken to protect the older adults who reside in one. That’s because the coronavirus has proven to be very dangerous to seniors, with the risk of infection increasing with age. Also, since […]
Changes In The Use Of Refrigerants To Build a Healthy Environment
The HVACR industry uses refrigerants in various appliances such as dehumidifiers, process cooling, air conditioners, refrigerators and freezers, in order to cool our office/homes or refrigerate products. However, many refrigerants contribute to global warming and ozone layer depletion, which has a negative effect on the environment as a whole. In addition, greenhouse gas emissions from […]
How Technology is Transforming Commercial HVAC Systems
Technology has been changing the way we live, work, and play for years. In the HVAC industry, tech is also revolutionizing how we help commercial property managers heat and cool their buildings. Thanks to mobile connectivity, system automation, software platforms, and equipment upgrades, technology continues to innovate in ways that help companies cut down on […]
Springbank in the News: Commercial HVAC Air Filter Upgrades to Fight COVID-19
Gregg Little, President of Springbank Mechanical Systems, was recently featured on CTV News discussing how the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted commercial property owners to upgrade their HVAC systems. The goal of these upgrades is to provide the cleanest, freshest air possible and help slow the spread of airborne pathogens between workspaces. High-quality air filtration is […]
What is the Difference Between an HRV unit and an ERV unit?
Property owners are always looking for ways to reduce energy bills while maintaining good indoor air quality for their tenants. One way to do this is to optimize your ventilation system by capturing heat from the outgoing air before losing it to the outside, saving energy and bringing down your heating and cooling costs. Heat […]
6 Commercial HVAC Trends To Watch For In 2021
For many of us, 2020 can’t come to a close fast enough! At Springbank Mechanical Systems, we’re excited for 2021 because of the opportunities for companies to take advantage of HVAC technology to make their energy use more efficient without compromising performance. We’re already seeing large shifts in the industry for two reasons: a demand […]
How Technology Attracts New Talent into the HVAC Space
With baby boomers retiring, there is a need for the next generation of skilled tradespeople to enter the workforce. However, for years the education system has been placing a heavy emphasis on university-level career paths, leaving the skilled trades with more vacancies than ever before. HVAC technicians in particular are in high-demand right now, especially […]