Barksdale Air Force Base is no stranger to hot weather, which can be a constant battle for maintainers and others who work out in the elements. Thankfully, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron HVAC Airmen ensure there’s a cool place to escape to while also providing other benefits of heating and cooling that directly affect the mission.
HVAC contractors nationwide are struggling to locate and hire qualified technicians. And, while many complaints have been uttered, not everyone is actively trying to solve the problem.
Refrigeration contractors are keenly aware of the value of the maintenance they perform for their grocery store and supermarket clients, but, in some cases, they may find themselves working with clients who underestimate it.
The DOE reports that predictive maintenance may reduce maintenance costs up to 30 percent, eliminate breakdowns 70-75 percent of the time, minimize downtime, and increase production. Yet, despite the clear benefits of predictive maintenance, only 12 percent of commercial buildings are using it.
There are things contractors can do to get school equipment back online and ensure it’s operating as efficiently as possible in time for the first school bell this fall.
SpeedClean, a manufacturer of residential and light commercial HVAC maintenance equipment, has launched a revamped website at www.speedclean.com, which the company said offers a more engaging experience to customers and increased user-friendliness.
Quality Uptime Services announced it has been awarded a comprehensive managed maintenance agreement by Telx for all critical power and environmental equipment across Telx data centers nationwide. Quality Uptime will maintain all critical power equipment and provide managed maintenance services for all HVAC units.
These simple preventive cooling tower maintenance tips can help users save up to 15 percent on electricity costs. Routine maintenance also helps to conserve water and extend the operating life of cooling equipment.
Most of the time, it will be possible to come up with a solution to an IAQ problem, and contractors should take that opportunity to educate consumers on the health and comfort benefits of IAQ products.