Freddie Mac estimates the U.S. has a housing deficit of 3.8 million units, across all housing types and post-pandemic office vacancies exceed 16%, with some major cities reaching 31% vacancy rates.
Category: Electrical
Long-standing drought in Nevada calls for innovative solutions
By Mindy Haffke New conservation measures by the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) to reduce water consumption in the Las Vegas Valley require new and innovative solutions for HVAC cooling systems that utilize methods other than water. Due to the extreme drought conditions in the area, the water level in Lake Mead, which is a
Add cash flow to your industrial building’s roof
By Brian Leavitt The roof area of larger warehouses, distribution centers, and industrial facilities has limited value beyond the physical protection of the contents. The traditional costs and revenues associated with industrial space are already set by market forces. Creative strategies can leverage more cashflow from the same square footage and provide a business advantage.
2023 NEC: Using reconditioned equipment? Buyer beware!
It’s challenging when schedule-sensitive equipment is back ordered, delayed by extended delivery dates, or discontinued.
Integrating HVAC and ice design leads to the best hockey arenas
When designing a new ice hockey arena, achieving high quality ice should be one of the primary goals. Even so, most owners don’t take time to consider ice quality during the early planning stages. But when the arena is complete and the first puck drops on opening night, ice quality will be the one thing every skater cares about. Read more.