At McKenney’s the systems we install are becoming more complicated by the day; it is not uncommon for service and accessibility to fall by the wayside during system layout. We are often asked to squeeze our ductwork and piping into a very crowded ceiling. Once other trades install their devices, it can become a challenge to come back to our … Read More
3 Ways to Prioritize Our Most Valuable Resource
The Mission Critical construction world has long-embraced prefabrication and offsite component manufacturing. Prefabrication, in particular, was identified early in the industry as a catalyst to reduce project schedules and get whitespace online as quickly as possible. With the demand for Mission Critical projects growing faster than the workforce that builds them, it is becoming more important than ever to find … Read More
From the Classroom to Your New Career
I graduated in 2015. And when I talk to the graduating classes behind me, the number one question is, “What do I do now”? Trust me, you’re not alone. Throughout your coursework, you were faced with several hurdles that you had to overcome to reach your end goal. Now that your degree hangs on your wall, you can’t help but … Read More
How to Increase Your Buildings Air Filtration Efficiency
As our nation begins the journey back to work and school, we carry a heightened sense of responsibility to our fellow coworkers, students and educators to do what we can to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. We have all seen a higher level of sanitation of surfaces and have been instructed to wear masks when indoors, or when social distancing … Read More
Bipolar Ionization: Sometimes the Best Defense is a Good Offense
As people begin to think about their return to “normal” in the wake of COVID-19, many questions remain regarding what can be done to minimize the risk of virus transmission in the office. Of the many solutions, bipolar ionization has promise when it comes to combatting the spread of viruses and can even help reduce your building’s energy usage. Additional … Read More
The Impacts of COVID-19 on Building HVAC Operations
Each of us is adjusting to a new “normal” in our lives. A heightened sensitivity to sanitizing, washing hands and maintaining a six-foot separation, what constitutes an essential activity that would drive us to leave our homes, who should we interact with? All necessary questions in today’s environment. But what are the impacts of COVID-19 on building HVAC operations and … Read More