Commercial and industrial energy use makes up a huge portion of organizational costs. Due to the extreme temperatures Alberta faces, every facility in our Western province needs some type of insulation to keep it running at peak efficiency. In today’s article we will discuss two common types of glass insulation: cellular glass and textile glass.
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One of the biggest investments you can make in an industrial or commercial building is mechanical insulation. If you don’t have a strategy in place to maintain proper insulation, consider making this your company’s New Year resolution. Industry studies have shown time and again that the cost of mechanical insulation can be recovered within one
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Canadian contractors have long struggled with late payments. While our neighbours to the south have implemented various prompt payment laws, Canada has taken a little longer to get onboard. Luckily, provincial governments and construction associations are leading the way. Prompt Payment as Law Prompt payment in Canada began in Ontario when the province commissioned a
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In our harsh winters, it is not uncommon for pipes to freeze and consequently burst at the most inconvenient of times. When this happens in your home, you call a plumber. But what do you do to keep this from happening in industrial applications? After all, mechanical repairs affect all of the workers in that
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No employer wants to experience a fire roaring through their facility. Industrial complexes are often at an even greater risk during a blaze due to inherent explosive materials, such as oil and gas. Fires can cause irreparable damage to your property and, more importantly, your people. While there are steps you can take to ensure
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One of the most common types of conventional insulation is mineral wool. While it bears many similarities to fiberglass, there are some important differences, mainly its composition. Mineral wool is made out of natural materials as opposed to glass. The most well-known mineral wools are rock wool and slag wool. The former consists of stone
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Condensation can be an incredibly disruptive problem in Alberta’s commercial and industrial sector all year round. The reality is that no particular type of construction is immune. So what exactly causes condensation, and why is it so undesirable? We answer those questions and give some solutions to this age-old issue. The Trouble With Damp Condensation
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As we enter the chillier months following summer, industrial facilities are gearing up for their busier season. Now, more than ever, it is crucial to have proper insulation. Whether the facility in question is for manufacturing, food processing, or petrochemical storage, insulation will be advantageous in a number of different ways. Start Before the
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Technological advancements in the last one hundred years have led to the regular use of advanced piping systems built to transport, store, and manufacture our resources. All of these require some level of mechanical insulation to keep each system working at its most efficient. High efficiency directly correlates to sustainability. Here are three ways that
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You may know that calcium silicate is used in food preparation and as an antacid, but did you know that this food-safe anticaking agent is also used in insulation? In fact, calcium silicate is one of the most resilient insulation materials on the market today. This powerhouse material starts out as a powder, but is
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