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CoolSys Appoints New Executive Leadership Team Members

by Katie Lee

Brea, Calif. — CoolSys, the market-leading provider of sustainable refrigeration, HVAC, energy and engineering solutions, has added to its executive leadership team as the company positions itself for continued growth and expansion. The company has expanded its C-suite with the appointment of Alan Johansen as chief financial officer and Brady Bagwan as chief people officer. In addition, CoolSys appointed John Harrison as president, commercial and industrial division (C&I). “CoolSys has an exciting future as it enters into a new chapter in its successful legacy. These new executive team appointments support …

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ABM President and CEO Awarded Top Spot on Empower Advocates 2024 Role Model List

by Katie Lee

New York City — ABM, a leading provider of integrated facility services, infrastructure solutions and parking management, has announced that its president and CEO, Scott Salmirs, has been awarded the Number 1 spot on the Empower Advocates 2024 Role Model list. This is the second consecutive year Salmirs has been named to the list recognizing leaders dedicated to creating a more inclusive environment for people of color in business. “Receiving this recognition is an honor I share with our entire team at ABM. Together, we are building an inclusive culture …

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Unlock Operational Excellence

by Katie Lee

— By Jordan Rochwick — Leveraging partnerships for data-driven HVAC fleet maintenance. In the intricate dance of facility management, the smooth functioning of HVAC systems stands as a cornerstone for maintaining optimal working conditions. Yet, managing distributed HVAC fleets is a complex endeavor fraught with challenges, from tracking repair and maintenance data to optimizing costs. In this article, we delve into the immense value of strategic partnerships in harnessing data-driven insights to reduce overall maintenance costs, drive actionable outcomes and promote sustainability by reducing carbon emissions. The Challenge of Tracking …

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Find the Right Maintenance Model for Your Business

by Sarah Daniels

Physical maintenance in the retail industry is as unavoidable as taxes and sometimes as expensive. To keep net operating income (NOI) and uptime as high as possible, building owners, operations groups and retail tenants need optimum strategies to ensure work happens when needed. For many, having a self-performing third-party maintenance partner — one with the in-house resources to do the necessary work — is an efficient and economical move. There are two business rationales for continuous maintenance, which can include services like carpentry; plumbing; heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC); …

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Deadline 2025

by Katie Lee

— By Ron Prager — HVAC: Major changes in the industry have arrived. There are major changes occurring in the HVAC industry and they are going to affect both HVAC contractors and end users in a significant way. We anticipate that these changes will also impact building codes, cost of construction and cost of equipment installation. Some of what is presented below is established fact and some is based on my best guess as to what we believe the impacts will be. I will identify which items fall into which …

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Total Comfort Group Promotes Christian Tunis to Client Success Manager

by Katie Lee

Eatontown, N.J. — Total Comfort Group, a national industry leader in HVAC/R, electrical and plumbing systems, has promoted Christian Tunis to client success manager. In his new role, Tunis will leverage his extensive experience and expertise to drive exceptional client satisfaction and retention as the company continues to grow nationally. A valued employee since 2018, Tunis previously served as senior account manager. “We are thrilled to promote Christian Tunis to the role of client success manager,” says Daniel Eberenz, vice president of operations. “His proven track record of leadership and …

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SMG Holdings LLC Introduces New Division: SMG HVAC

by Katie Lee

Red Bank, N.J. — SMG Holdings LLC, a pioneering provider of integrated facility management solutions, has launched SMG HVAC, a specialized division dedicated to serving the HVAC needs of multi-site retailers across North America. With an eye toward the evolving demands within the retail sector, SMG HVAC has been crafted to offer tailored HVAC services that prioritize energy efficiency, indoor air quality and seamless operations for retail chains. “The establishment of SMG HVAC marks a significant milestone in our journey,” says Shannon Prato, CEO of SMG Holdings LLC. “We understand …

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Hillphoenix Industrial Partners with Cool Refrigeration Systems & Solutions

by Katie Lee

Conyers, Ga. — Hillphoenix Industrial has formed a strategic partnership with Cool Refrigeration Systems & Solutions, based in Hagerstown, Md., to represent its industrial CO2 refrigeration systems solutions in the Eastern U.S. and Canada. This mutually beneficial partnership became official on March 20, 2024. “We’re excited about our partnership with Hillphoenix Industrial,” says Don Chason, managing partner of Cool Refrigeration Systems & Solutions. “Our team brings a high level of expertise in the industrial CO2 refrigeration market, which makes our relationship with Hillphoenix Industrial a perfect fit.” With a knowledgeable …

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Let’s Heat

by Katie Lee

— By Jaime Tuinstra — How to find the right heating solution for your restaurant. After a few rough years, the restaurant industry has quickly recovered from the turbulent business environment that took hold from 2020-22. According to the National Restaurant Association, 2023 sales were forecast to reach $977 billion in the United States. In addition, it is projected that 500,000 new jobs entered the industry in 2023. That is a testament to the recovery of a resilient industry that was devastated during the COVID-19 pandemic. This winter, it will …

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Starbucks Announces 6,000 Greener Stores Worldwide 

by Katie Lee

Seattle — Starbucks has certified 6,091 Greener Stores, nearly doubling its portfolio in the past year, and a milestone achievement toward the company’s goal of certifying 10,000 Greener Stores globally by 2025. In markets around the world, Greener Stores’ energy and water savings and waste diversion help advance the company’s goal to reduce carbon emissions, water usage and landfill waste by 50% by 2030. The company has Greener Stores in 44 markets with new markets including India, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, Vietnam, Bahrain, Italy, …

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