When your refrigeration runs smoothly, your restaurant runs smoothly. It’s not just about keeping your food fresh, but also about food safety, and the overall success of your business. On this page, we’ll talk about common restaurant refrigeration issues and when to engage a refrigeration specialist to keep it that way. Here are some common…
Modern air conditioning seems so easy. We’re treated to cool, fresh air at the touch of a button or the flick of a switch. It wasn’t always so easy! While it may seem a little dry, the history of our AC units is actually fascinating. So here’s your brief guide to the development of the…
Learn about Calgary’s most common commercial refrigeration options Many commercial property owners and small business owners find out too late that there are different types of refrigeration depending on the needs of their business. Don’t risk losing money and customers. Make sure you understand the different types of commercial refrigeration units before you invest in…
The sun and warm weather are coming along (hopefully sometime soon) with higher electric bills. Did you know that just by keeping a clean air conditioner you can lower your electric consumption by 5-15 percent, saving you money? Just like your car, your air conditioner needs service to keep running smoothly. Here’s a maintenance checklist to help your…
Any building’s electromechanical systems would ideally optimize energy use. Per the Government of Canada’s Energy initiative, optimizing your building reduces maintenance costs, increases the comfort of occupants, and improves the indoor air quality. Here are four basic energy conservation tips that focus on your heating and cooling system. 1. Conduct an energy audit Before you…
Getting your craft brewery refrigeration right the first time. The craft beer market is exploding at an exponential rate at the moment. If you’re thinking about transitioning your brewing operation from your garage to a legitimate full-time brewery, refrigeration is going to play a key role in your success. For those of you who have…
Is your RTU HVAC keeping you in the cold? While there are many rooftop hvac units (RTU) on the market, some of the most common today are Carrier, York, and Lennox units. In this post, I will discuss some very basic things to check before calling out a service provider in the event that you…
Seven HVAC signs that your system may not be operating correctly. 1. Your HVAC unit constantly starts and stops While it is normal for an HVAC unit to start and stop a couple of times per hour while operating normally, however, if it is starting and stopping more frequently then chances are there is an issue….
Filters, what are they and why do we need them? Almost all of the HVAC equipment in operation today will contain some type of filters within it. Whether it is an air filter or a filter within a refrigeration circuit, very few systems are filter free. The first filter we will discuss is the standard air…
I know it’s hard to believe but the heating season is nearly upon us; when was the last time your HVAC unit was inspected? Was it inspected correctly? Are the signs of an issue there but going unnoticed? While most HVAC systems are fairly straightforward and usually simple units to work on, there are many…
The following is a true story of a recent Icemasters encounter. I recently received a call from the owner an un-named boiler company, he asked me if I could go to an air conditioning job which they had recently installed to evacuate and charge the line sets. He explained to me that he let go…
If you’re in the market to have a walk-in cooler or walk-in freezer built for cold storage there a few questons that are vital in its design process. It’s like buying any other product… when it comes to price the sky is the limit. Size, add ons, extras and features all add to the cost. What…