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That BIG HVAC ShowEPISODE 22 - BUILDEX Vancouver 2023In February BUILDEX Vancouver was a unique opportunity for Engineering, Construction and Property Management professionals to interact, learn and discover the newest innovations from a market in constant transformation. There were over 280 exhibitors covering a range of topics. This episode we talked to five HVAC related exhibitors. Fans, Thermostats, Boilers, VOC's and a rebate update. If you could not attend, sit back relax and enjoy the next few minutes of HVAC industry information and innovations. I GAURANTEE you feet won't get sore. Enjoy.2023-03-2230 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEPISODE 21 - Women in HVAC/R Canada (International Women's Day Event)This International Women's Day March 8, 2023 the Women in HVAC/R Canada www.womeninhvac.ca are hosting an event! Keynote Speakers, Panel Discussions, Networking, Dinner and Dancing! Will you attend either in-person or on-line? The Women in HVAC/R Canada...who are they? What do they do? It has been 16 Episode's since we last spoke with Nathalie Brooks (Brooks Heating & Air Conditioning) and Jessica Bannister (Cam Cool Refrigeration Inc and Instagram Influencer @HVACJess), to we introduce Maggie Wallace (Gateway Mechanical) as well. These ladies have come a long way since that first meeting in October 2019. Listen, Listen, Learn and Dance...2023-02-2837 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEPISODE 20 - A Paradigm Shift in Filtration?This month we discuss the hot topics of increasing sustainability, mitigating labour shortage that is on the rise and filtration. How do those topics all tie together. Could it be magic? Not at all! My guests Ben Heffelfinger and Jon "The Filter Guy" Holmes of Camfil Canada explain it all. There is a paradigm shift happening when it comes to filtration and HVAC services. Lots to learn! Also, we have our first 1-minute Safety Meeting and a Contest reminder. Enjoy2023-01-241h 16That BIG HVAC ShowEPISODE 19 - EXPOSED: Behind the microphoneThis time of year most people are not thinking about work. So we are not talking HVAC today. However, as 2022 and our second season comes to a close I thought I would share with you some things from behind the microphone. Think of it like a directors cut. Deleted scenes, or explanation of things, and bloopers. So in a sense this podcast is being EXPOSED. Enjoy.2022-12-2038 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEpisode 18 - uHoo Aura: Daily IAQThe uHoo Aura is the Best in class commercial environment monitor. My guest Excel Chwa, Global Sales Director, of uHoo discusses this unique product. The uHoo Aura has 13 environmental sensors that tests among other things temperature, relative humidity, cardon monoxide, carbon dioxide, air pressure and virus index monitoring your space 24/7/365. Take control of your air quality to improve productivity, ensure health and wellbeing, and create a happier, healthier and more productive workplace while reducing health-related complaints and lost man-hours. www.getuhoo.com/business2022-11-2931 minThat BIG HVAC Show2023: HVAC changes you need to know!Every six years the Department of Energy (DOE) reanalyzes the effects of energy usage, sets minimum efficiency requirements and manages the testing standards by which those efficiencies are measured. Januarys 1, 2023, the DOE is increasing the minimum efficiencies for residential and commercial HVAC (packaged unitary rooftops, split systems, Mini-VRF and mini-splits) equipment. My guest Russell Pipke, Area Sales Manager for Alberta, at Daikin Comfort Technologies discuss these upcoming changes and what it means for the end user. EMAIL russell.pipke@daikincomfort.com
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That BIG HVAC ShowEpisode 16 - NATIONAL HVAC TECH DAY 2022It's NATIONAL HVAC TECH DAY! Today we recognize those individuals who keep our facilities comfortable and processes operational. Joining me today are Travis Evans, Mike Whiting and Keith Friman. Why did they get in the trade? Why encourage others to get in the trade? Listen their best HVAC stories as well. Listen, and celebrate your HVAC TECH Today!2022-06-2229 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEPISODE 15 ~ Economics of HVACHow much do you spend on HVAC? Do spend to much on energy? Do you experience downtime? Are you exceeding budget? Feeling Nickel & Dimed to death? Let's come to an understanding of the TRUE cost of your HVAC expenditures. Solutions can be provided.2022-05-2419 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEPISODE 14 - BUILDEX Vancouver 2022BUILDEX Vancouver is Western Canada’s largest forum connecting the holistic building industry. You can learn and discover the newest innovations from a market in constant transformation. Were you there? Did you make it? We interviewed a few of the Exhibitors that shared some HVAC innovations. Listen in so you don't experience FOMO. 2022-03-2927 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEPISODE 13 ~ International Women's DayInternational Women's Day - Today we celebrate women's achievements and increasing visibility. One such woman in HVAC who is outstanding trades person, but a mentor and instructor to other women in the trades is my guest today. Brandi Ferenc will share her journey and more. Please take the 21 minutes to hear her story.2022-03-0833 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEpisode 12 - Solar TechnologyDid you know the early development of solar technologies started in the 1860s and was driven by an expectation that coal would soon become scarce? Me Either! Today Solar Technology is synonymous with sustainability and being environmentally responsible. My guest today, Brett Bauman of Solar YYC discusses Solar Technology in commercial buildings. 2022-01-1821 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEpisode 11 - Championship Level PerformanceAs the year winds down I am sure the focus is more on the upcoming holidays than business. So I though this month lets give HVAC a break and discuss how to be a part of a championship level team next year. My guest is the very determined and talented athlete, Stevi "The Bull" Schnoor. We discuss team work, creating culture, knowing the game plan, mindset and over coming adversity. So much of what successful championship athletes and teams do can be translated to business. Enjoy!2021-12-0731 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEpisode 10 ~ Carbon Monoxide AwarenessCarbon Monoxide Awareness Week is November 1 to 7. This month we speak with Kae Shummoogum, Founder & Chief Visionary Officer of Gasonic Group. We discuss carbon monoxide awareness in commercial buildings, parkades, energy savings, air pollution and Indoor Air Quality. There is a lot to unpack in this episode. Enjoy.2021-11-0130 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEpisode 9 ~ Ultra Violet Light & COVID-19Joanne Ogilvie, VP Sales Western Canada for Sanuvox Technologies Inc. discusses Ultra Violet Light and how it can be used to combat COVID-19 and provide safe Indoor Air Quality in commercial buildings.2021-10-0829 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEpisode 8 - Boilers & Energy EfficiencyWill Wilson returns to discuss how to save up to 15% on heating consumption, applicable rebates, evaluation and installation of the hydronic additive EndoTherm.2021-09-1622 minThat BIG HVAC ShowMasks, Vaccines, & Annual Check-ups on HVAC SystemsOn May 19, 2021 I gave a presentation to the Northern Alberta Shopping Centre Association (NASCA) and shared some ideas on what can be done to keep the buildings healthy during the pandemic. 2021-08-2721 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEpisode 6 - Leasing HVAC EquipmentWhen HVAC equipment fails and there is no funds for a capital expenditure. What is a person to do? Meet Tauryce Abraham of Grand HVAC Leasing. We discuss leasing HVAC equipment and all that it involves. Enjoy.2021-07-1616 minThat BIG HVAC ShowSpecial Episode - National HVAC Tech DayJune 22 each year is National HVAC Tech Day. Today we discuss this essential service with two Journeyman, and the President & Co-Founder of Women in HVAC/R Canada. Join the celebration, and gain insights into the HVAC trade.2021-06-2232 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEpisode 4 - Understanding Air FiltrationWe discuss the purpose of air filtration. Are all filters the same? MERV Ratings. Filtering smoke, vehicle omissions and other smells.2021-06-1115 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEpisode 3 - Cooling Towers & Water Treatment in VancouverA discussion with Will Wilson of Pace Solutions Corp. on the City of Vancouver's new By-Laws (Jan 1, 2021), regarding all new and existing cooling towers and evaporative condensers and testing for Legionella pneumophila at seasonal start-up2021-05-2115 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEpisode 2 - Duct CleaningWhat is in your HVAC ducts? How do you clean them? What treasures have been found?2021-03-1921 minThat BIG HVAC ShowEpisode 1 - Service AgreementsDid you know there are different types of Service Agreements? What are the differences between them? Which type do you have? Join Us to learn more.2021-02-1122 min
That BIG HVAC ShowTRAILERThis podcast is for the non-technical person who deal with H.V.A.C. companies each day. We will discuss a variety of H.V.A.C. topics. WHAT is available, HOW it would be of benefit, and WHERE to get it.2021-01-0100 min