How Facilities Teams Can Spend Less Time Reacting
Key Takeaways In this article Why do facilities teams stay stuck in reactive mode? Facilities teams stay reactive because the role demands constant interruption, rapid decision-making, and accountability for both people and systems. Even well-maintained buildings can feel chaotic when urgent issues constantly displace planning time. Over time, reacting becomes the default, not because teams […]
Facility Air Quality Management: Checks That Matter
October is National Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Awareness Month — and for facility managers, air quality isn’t just about comfort. It affects employee well-being, productivity, and compliance, while shaping how efficiently buildings operate. Basic strategies like filter changes and humidity control are important, but the most effective approach goes beyond the basics — measuring, validating, […]
Section 179D Commercial HVAC Tax Deduction Deadlines for 2025
A newly signed federal tax law is reshaping business tax planning and putting a clock on energy-efficiency incentives for commercial buildings. If you’re planning HVAC upgrades or other capital improvements in 2025 or 2026, now is the time to act. The Section 179D commercial HVAC tax deduction—a significant incentive for energy-efficient building projects—is approaching its […]
2025 R-410A Phase-Out: What the EPA Refrigerant Rule Means for Your Facility
The HVAC industry is undergoing a major change in 2025 with the EPA-mandated phase-out of R-410A refrigerant, affecting new equipment design, pricing, and compliance. This transition—part of the EPA’s Technology Transitions Rule under the American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act—has big implications for facilities managers. The rule sets a GWP limit of 700 or less […]
Improving Indoor Air Quality with Proven HVAC-Integrated Technologies
Indoor air quality (IAQ) plays a critical role in the health, comfort, and performance of building occupants. In commercial buildings — such as healthcare, education, manufacturing, and office environments — poor air quality can increase absenteeism, lower productivity, and contribute to long-term health issues. While ventilation and filtration are essential components of a well-functioning HVAC […]
Commercial HVAC Trends 2025
Navigating the Next Generation of Commercial HVAC The commercial HVAC industry is rapidly adapting to new market demands, evolving technologies, and shifting regulatory landscapes. As we move deeper into 2025, building owners, facilities managers, and industry professionals must stay informed of the latest trends and developments to ensure efficient, compliant, and future-proof HVAC strategies. Building […]
Brae Burn Country Club’s VRF Retrofit
A Case Study in Energy-Efficient HVAC Modernization When the prestigious Brae Burn Country Club in West Newton, Massachusetts set out to modernize its locker rooms, comfort and sustainability topped the list. In January 2024, LC Anderson replaced the club’s aging central HVAC system with a Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) retrofit—an advanced, all-electric system designed to […]
Protecting Indoor Air Quality from Outdoor Smoke
Why Brush Fires Pose a Unique Challenge When wildfires burn, they release fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and VOCs that travel far from the fire source, permeating even well-sealed buildings. These pollutants can cause respiratory issues and exacerbate conditions such as asthma. For facilities managers, protecting building occupants from these contaminants requires strategic HVAC modifications. Optimizing […]
Cooling Tower at Senior Living Complex
Cooling Tower Project Overview Crescent Gate, a 3-story, 57-unit condominium complex for residents aged 55+, located in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, was facing a significant issue with its nearly 20-year-old galvanized metal cooling tower. Built in 2006, the equipment had served its purpose well, but by early 2024, the property manager and the board of trustees knew […]
Beat the Commercial Chiller Lead Time Challenge
With global supply chain issues, planning your chiller needs for summer 2025 can’t wait. Imagine a scorching summer day. Your building’s chilled water system fails, leaving occupants sweltering and productivity plummeting. This nightmare scenario can become reality if you wait until 2025 to replace your aging chiller. Here’s why you need to take action now: […]