Recent Articles
Anthony Morgan: TV host shares the wonder of science
In 2024, Anthony Morgan, together with co-host Sarika Cullis-Suzuki, will bring a new perspective to the iconic The Nature of Things.
About freeze drying
Equipment used in the freeze drying process is not actually used to cool the product. Here is what it actually does.
Ground source systems: inner workings
Ground source heat pumps (GSHPs) can significantly improve the efficiency of heating and cooling systems and are considered a renewable energy technology.
From bland to grand
Commercial washrooms are changing for the better, with elevated design, smart technology and products that focus on performance and efficiency.
What is reasonable (and effective) marketing budget for your business?
Even if you’re an expert, there’s no doubt that marketing your business has become more complex and expensive than it used to be. While staying on top of all of the options – and related costs – may feel like an uphill battle, we...
Drains, drains everywhere but where do we begin?
By Fred Bretzke
Back in the day, I don’t know how many times I had to look for cleanouts to access the main drain in a finished basement. This article is dedicated to pointing out different hints on where to start if you have a backed up main drain.
I’ll start with the more uncommon…
Know your options: Control valves Part I
Control valves appear in many industries, from nuclear, oil and gas, and pharmaceutical to name a few. Control valves have adapted to manage the flow of liquid, pulp, and even sewage. For the purpose of this article, we will focus on control valves used in hydronic applications...
Inverter technology offers emissions and efficiency benefits
As the impacts of climate change become more apparent, corporations and regulators are doubling down on efforts to decarbonize. For business leaders and building operators looking to make a difference, it is imperative to explore innovative...
Troubleshooting tips for common issues
Booster pump systems are critical to maintaining the pressure and flow demands in modern high-rise buildings such as hotels and office structures so water pressure on the top floors is as good as that on the ground level. Given the importance of booster pumps in multi-storey buildings, it’s…
Focus on health: The fine balance of energy retrofits and IAQ
In Canada, the building sector contributes to 18 per cent of annual greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) and transforming our building stock is now a well recognized priority for meeting globally agreed upon GHG reduction targets. Building new and more energy efficient buildings will help, but renovating…