Profiles

Demands for low carbon system options will increase and if your business plan does not include this important sector, you may find your company is left behind.

Hand cuts are one of the most common work injuries in the trades, but luckily, they’re also one of the most preventable. “Hand injuries are the number-one preventable accident in the workplace,” says Shane Nider, hand safety specialist with Superior Glove. “Most hand injuries really take place when the glove is not on the hand...

Mechanical systems can have a profound effect on the aesthetic appeal of the interior of the structure with its large open spaces, high ceilings and attractive wooden beams...

Randy Spracklin, co-owner of Newfound Builders and crew boss on HGTV Canada’s Rock Solid Builds, embraces the opportunity to proudly showcase his province and his work. About to enter its third season, the series features...

Terence Chan wasn’t enjoying the engineering program he was enrolled in, so he took his parents’ advice and switched to plumbing at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and found his future...

While preparing for a training program on the compelling history of energy efficiency improvements in Canadian homes over the last 30 years, I was reminded of a Natural...

Mechanical Business has uncovered information regarding Hydro One that will impact mechanical contractors and their suppliers. Our interest was prompted by a flyer an MB staffer received in the mail...

Buildings constructed of mass timber are becoming the “new kids on the block” for the residential and commercial sector. Mass timber architecture appeals to both builders and owners alike because of the ease of construction, large open spaces and high ceilings containing attractive wooden beams. Mass timbers are also more durable than…

Sikorski Sausages Co. Ltd. is a second generation family-run business in Southwestern Ontario, which produces and packages over 100 specialty European meat products. The company relies heavily on large refrigeration systems to maintain product safety and

Situated on 700 acres within a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge in Alberta is an iconic piece of Canada’s building landscape. Built in 1922, the lodge draws visitors from around the world and is made up of 441 guest rooms and cabins. Given the age of this facility, renovations and improvements are required from…