Electrical & Lighting
Switching from fluorescent lights to LEDs
Some governments are legislating the end of fluorescent lighting for businesses, and as a result, many companies are ceasing the manufacturing of fluorescent lighting, so
Maintaining your HVAC system through the summer
Your HVAC system is busy doing its job to cool your building through the season, but it requires a proactive approach as part of your
EV chargers and your facility
As the demand for EV chargers continues to rise, maintenance and facility managers need to be proactive in meeting that demand. With increasing government initiatives
Update your lighting system with LEDs
Sustainability continues to influence facility and maintenance managers’ decision-making. As more halogen and incandescent light bulbs are being banned from sale and removed from the
Get smarter with your lighting
Managing smart buildings has become more common in recent years, with technology-based security, automation, AI, and more. Lighting is also evolving, and maintenance managers can
Energy storage prompts a battery of precautions
In step with the projected surge in energy storage installations, fire safety advisors are actively working to help clean tech adopters understand and mitigate the risks.
Boost energy efficiency in your building
As facility and maintenance managers continue to strive for top building performance, energy efficiency remains an important factor in cutting costs, boosting efficiency, and increasing
Focus on fire safety for your building
Fire safety is a critical part of your maintenance plan. Along with threatening the safety of your staff and visitors, the risk of fire creates
Innovation in commercial lighting
What’s new in the world of lighting? As sustainability takes centre stage in the world of maintenance and management, commercial lighting has evolved to embrace
Your spring HVAC maintenance checklist
Winter is coming to an end at last, and warmer weather is right around the corner, so it’s time to take a look at your
Prepare your facility for winter storms
Winter weather brings all sorts of storms, and as a building manager or operator, planning ahead to mitigate risks and spare your budget is an
Preparing for power loss in your facility
Power loss is a real concern for facilities, caused by anything from ice storms or lightning to fallen trees to aging machinery. As a facility
Are you missing out on commercial lighting rebates for your facility?
These days, every cent counts, and commercial lighting rebates may be a way for your facility to make the most of your lighting choices. It’s
Pandemic intensifies evolving role of FM
Facility managers are no longer viewed as a back-office function, but rather “a strategic instrument to attract and retain talent and create a great experience,”
The power of UV-C light
The pandemic has led to rapid growth in the UV-C market, and there is science behind its power against microbes.
Summer ideal for generator safety refresh
Following manufacturer guidelines and using the right fuel are just two of the summertime generator safety tips provided by OPEI.
Electrical code changes property managers should know
For building owners and property managers who don’t do their due diligence, the implications can be catastrophic.