Building Systems
How to develop a telecom strategy for your site
With the evolution of data networks, cellular phones and smart devices driving demand for more infrastructure and technology among asset classes, properties are beginning to
Wood roof systems offer unique opportunities
A growing number of buildings featuring aesthetically striking wood roof systems are popping up around British Columbia, and beyond.
Changes to Toronto sewers bylaw may be on tap
Toronto has two changes to its sewers bylaw coming down the pipes that, if adopted, may trickle down to building owners and managers.
Fire safety fundamentals for seniors’ homes
The Quebec government has moved quickly to mandate sprinklers in seniors' homes following recommendations from Coroner Cyrille Delâge.
SaskPower inspires recall of smart meters
SaskPower's experience sparks recall of smart meters in Ontario.
A flurry of red-tagged emergency generators
When last winter’s ice storm walloped Toronto days before Christmas and knocked out power in parts of the city for upwards of a week, it
How to start a preventive maintenance program
The question of how to start a preventive maintenance program is extremely common, and for good reason. With budgets tight and workers stretched thin, preventive
Replacing a building’s exterior sealants
Replacing exterior sealants often gets delayed in favour of more pressing projects, but is critical to maintaining a healthy building envelope.
Case study: monitoring energy via smart meter
Lorina Keery of Colliers International explains how the company found savings by monitoring energy usage with smart meters in order to cut waste.
Improving indoor air quality
The HVAC industry is improving indoor air quality through facilities and buildings by combining new air purification technologies.
The importance of proper fire safety planning
The tragedy in L'Isle Verte, Que. calls attention to the importance of proper fire safety planning and installing prevention systems for all residences.
Creating high-performance curtain walls
Curtain walls performance can be increased by evaluating the system as a whole, rather than looking at the performance of each component.
10 tips to prevent frozen and burst pipes
Frozen and burst pipes can cause major damage to residential buildings. But landlords can take simple yet effective steps to prevent damage from occurring.
Protection for building envelope remediation
Building envelope renovation warranty insurance ensures the engineers and renovators are qualified for envelope renovation projects.
Hot new trends for fire alarm systems
Advancements in fire alarm tech can better protect occupants and property, reduce expenses and help building management maintain their systems.
Choosing the right thermal insulation
While R-value is often the main point of discussion when talking about insulation, it is only one aspect of a material's properties and performance.
Grey water technology flush with savings
Grey water recovery systems are starting to gain traction in commercial and multi-residential buildings because of their ...



