Letter: Don't do Newman HVAC work with children in the building Nov 13, 2009
By Staff reports GateHouse News Service Posted Nov 12, 2009 @ 09:24 AM. I do not support the plan to completely overhaul Newman with children in the building, and I m urging you to vote no on the $27 million override. (Needham Tab, MA)
Minuteman Career & Technical High School offers post grad programs for adults Nov 13, 2009
Programs are offered in the following areas: Advanced Automotive Technology (tuition costs apply; students have the option to earn an associate degree from Middlesex Community College and / or a certificate from Minuteman), Bio-Technology, Carpentry, Collision Repair Technology, Cosmetology (tuition costs apply), Culinary Arts, Dental Assisting (tuition costs may apply), Early Childhood and Care, Electrical Wiring, Electromechanical / Robotics & Automation Technology, Graphic Communications,... (Medford Transcript, MA)
Library seeks tax credits for $76 million project Nov 13, 2009
The renovations include a new entrance on the north side of the building, which will feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows, new HVAC systems and a seismic upgrade. Library officials also are considering several enhancements that aren t currently offered, including a cafe, gift shop and auditorium for public use. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Heating, Air-Conditioning And Carpets May Be Hazardous To Your Health Nov 12, 2009
"A home's heating and air-conditioning (HVAC) system, if poorly maintained, can become a major source of microbial allergens," said Garrett ... These include installing tight ductwork, achieving airtight construction, using a correctly sized HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system and making sure there is fresh air ventilation. (Science Daily)
AGs office backs unions appeal over Hanover high school Nov 12, 2009
In October, The Laborers International Union of North America and N.B. Kenney Co., a plumbing and HVAC contractor based in Devens, Mass. filed a petition of appeal with the attorney general s office, alleging that Callahan had, in its application to the town, misrepresented its previous work experience. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Schools count on voters to approve HVAC project Nov 11, 2009
In order to continue with the Cutler School HVAC system project, the Hamilton-Wenham Regional School Committee needed to enter into a contract with the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA). They voted to authorize Superintendent Marinel McGrath to be the governmental official who contracts with the agency. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Wenham holds special Town Meeting Nov 11, 2009
Wenham voters will head to Buker School tonight for the special Town Meeting at 7:30 p.m., to decide whether to approve a debt exclusion override to fund a portion of the Cutler HVAC system, whether to offset revenue reductions by amending and making new appropriations to balance the fiscal 2010 budget, and the future of the Dearborn property, among other items ... Article 2, Cutler HVAC project ... 58 percent of the Cutler School heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system project,... (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Student-built home in Lexington almost done Nov 10, 2009
Smith said there are between six and eight students from the Plumbing, Electrical and HVAC & R programs all working simultaneously. The Minuteman students from Lexington who are working on the house include Ethan Bromberg, carpentry, senior; Carlo DelDonno, carpentry, senior; Kevin Babcock, carpentry, post-graduate; Edison Kelley, carpentry, post-graduate; Jonathan Traganos, electrical, senior; Dan Farrell, electrical, senior; Chris Gillis, plumbing, junior; Cody Smith, plumbing, junior; Jim... (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Letter: 'Making lemonade' by fixing the Newman School Nov 10, 2009
Well, like it or not, the Newman HVAC gave our town a lemon, but the MSBA is giving us a chance to turn this into lemonade by committing to pay $8 ... The new HVAC system will also save money on operating the building when compared to the current temporary fix. (Needham Tab, MA)
Reporter's Notebook: State grants awarded to local businesses Nov 10, 2009
Franklin Family Services of Carlisle received $7,150 for purchase and installation of high-efficiency lighting and an HVAC replacement upgrade. The grant for 36th Street Associates of Camp Hill totaled $5,963 and will be used for purchase and installation of high-efficiency lighting, Vance said. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Our view: School money Nov 6, 2009
At least $19 million of the stimulus money is budgeted for computers, printers, network upgrades, wireless technology and things like "fire alarm systems, security systems, intercom/PA upgrades, lighting upgrades, VAV boxes, and HVAC repair." A much smaller share is going to pay for teachers and others who actually work with children. As the district goes looking for ways to cope with the Assembly's decision to cut next year's tax revenue, the stimulus money that's not being used on front-line... (Anchorage Daily News)
New Tewksbury apartments go green Nov 5, 2009
Additionally, Brooks said, each apartment is equipped with an energy-efficient HVAC unit for heating and air conditioning, and all the appliances are Energy Star certified. This project took a long time to come together, said David Hale of Omni Properties in his opening remarks. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Derse building wins LEED silver status Nov 5, 2009
optimizing energy performance by 14 percent through the HVAC system, lighting fixtures and bulb efficiency. sourcing more than 10 percent of materials from regional sources. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
New science wing suffers water damage Nov 4, 2009
Two separate accidents during the week of Oct. 18 had the university s physical plant crew and workers from North American Mechanical, the project's HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) contractors scrambling to deal with leaks that were traced to an unoccupied mechanical room on the fourth floor. According to a memo summarizing the incidents by Executive Director of Health and Safety Jim Uhlir, Our best information is that on Sunday, Oct. 18, an isolation valve in the chilled water... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Ameren gives $52K to St. Louis Children's Nov 4, 2009
AmerenUE introduced the program in to offer Missouri businesses $24 million in incentives to install efficient lighting, motors, HVAC and refrigeration. AmerenUE is part of St. Louis-based (NYSE: AEE), which provides electricity to about 2. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Board of Education discusses upcoming improvement projects Nov 4, 2009
The design for the Camden Junior High gym HVAC has begun but it may be 2010-2011 before the work is done depending upon available funds. The lockers at Holladay School will be re-conditioned during January and February of next year. (Camden Chronicle, TN)
Sealy residents to have say in potential Blinn maintenance tax Nov 3, 2009
In addition, Dulaney sees a growing need to offer technical training - from welding to HVAC to plumbing - but the campus doesn t have the facilities available to offer those courses. If passed, the maintenance tax would apply to everyone in the Sealy school district. (Sealy News, TX)
Letter: Explaining Newman School costs Nov 1, 2009
1 million replacement of the HVAC system ... 3 million new roof (the new HVAC system has rooftop units). (Needham Tab, MA)
Ariz. companies vying for slice of $50 million in NASA funds Nov 1, 2009
Paragon, a growing technology developer founded in 1993, submitted a proposal to develop a life-support system that operates like a high-tech HVAC system for spacecraft. The company already is developing a thermal-control system and space suit for the Orion spacecraft, which NASA is developing for missions to the moon. (AZCentral -- Business)
North Callaway schools put it all on the line for local voters Oct 31, 2009
5 million version of the April bond issue, focusing on things like plumbing, drainage, adding fire alarms to classroom wings, repairing leaky roofs, adding electrical outlets and a new HVAC system. Board members said the list comes primarily from the list of priorities developed last year by the Facilities Improvement Commission, which spent 18 months evaluating the district's needs. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Cincinnati building projects get going Oct 31, 2009
Pepper won a contract to upgrade the HVAC system, replace exterior windows and install new fire protection/sprinkler systems. A spokesman for the said the contract is part of a larger renovation plan for the 10-story office building, constructed in 1962. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Topsfield mulls tech school merger Oct 30, 2009
The proposed school will be able to handle 1,440 students and will feature new programs in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), dental assisting, and pre-engineering in addition to the 15 other programs already offered. A plan has been underway since the mid-1990s to merge the North Shore Technical High School, Peabody Vocational School and Essex Agricultural School. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Students preserving Burlington history Oct 29, 2009
Masonry students will do tiling and help build a patio along the exterior of the building; HVAC students will work on heating and cooling units; electrical students will take care of the wiring, the computer lines and the cables and carpentry students will handle the walls and the interior finish. Plumbing students will help with the building s bathrooms and water supply. (Burlington Union, MA)
Emcor moves Crystal City space Oct 28, 2009
The provider of electrical, mechanical, structural, HVAC, plumbing and other engineering services just signed a 28,554-square-foot lease at 2800 Crystal Drive. The 10-story, 175,000-square-foot building is owned by BPG Properties Ltd.. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
JCI sees profit lift, auto rebound Oct 28, 2009
The fiscal fourth-quarter results included pretax charges of $105 million related to a warranty charge in the residential HVAC business and $111 million for costs stemming from a debt exchange offer ... We entered 2009 with two of our markets already depressed North American automotive and residential HVAC. As the year progressed, we navigated through customer and supplier bankruptcies and deteriorating global economic conditions, Johnson Controls chairman and CEO Steve Roell said. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
American Electric Technologies goes solar Oct 28, 2009
The company will also offer two new custom solar power infrastructure solutions one for HVAC equipment and one for security. Most Read Stories. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Turbo Power Systems: Exclusive Motor and Variable Frequency Drive Development & Manufacturing Agreement Oct 27, 2009
McQuay International delivers engineered, flexible solutions for commercial, industrial and institutional Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) requirements with reliable products, applications expertise and responsive support ... Under the five year agreement, McQuay International will exclusively source motors and variable frequency drives ("VFDs") for its future products from TPS and will have exclusive use of TPS technology in the HVAC market ... The motors and VFDs provided by... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Abdullah has opponent for 4th Ward in election Oct 27, 2009
"This campaign is not about Dennis Larry Knowles. This campaign will determine whether we as a city want to live here or die trying to stay here," wrote Knowles, who listed his occupation as HVAC technician. Article Rating. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Letter: Stop frivolous spending on schools Oct 24, 2009
When many town leaders suggest that it s a matter of community that we pass an override for more than just the HVAC replacement at Newman School, it is difficult to oppose their position ... The answer can be now, by defeating the current override request and insisting that future Newman override attempts be limited to just HVAC replacement done at a more reasonable cost to us taxpayers. (Needham Tab, MA)
4 council candidates running unopposed Oct 23, 2009
Examples would be more efficient street lighting and HVAC equipment. We can also look at ways to promote the use of bicycles in town and for commuters from nearby towns. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Former Verizon call center sells for $6M Oct 23, 2009
Green features will include an energy-efficient HVAC system, an irrigation system with sensors and waterless urinals and dual-flush toilets and sensor lighting mechanisms. Coppola, Chris Kubler and Craig Morrell of NAI KLNB, a division of Towson-based KLNB LLC, represented both parties in the sale. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Football Field, Track Upgrades Scheduled for 2010 Completion Oct 23, 2009
Also at last week's board meeting, members approved the bid specifications for the HVAC work to be done at the high school ... Bids for the HVAC work should be approved at the district's next board meeting on Nov. 19. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Fate of Cave Creek Walmart supercenter hangs in balance Oct 23, 2009
Mechanical HVAC system and centralized energy management system to monitor and control heating, air conditioning, refrigeration and lighting systems. Low- and zero-volatile organic compounds in building materials. (AZCentral -- News)
Modine to close Kentucky plant Oct 23, 2009
The analysis resulted in a decision to de-emphasize Modine s vehicular HVAC business, which has been a core product line in Harrodsburg. Closing the plant will help us rationalize production, achieve the scale we need in our manufacturing operations and improve our overall profitability and competitiveness, Bowser said. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Letter: Ounce of prevention worth pound of cure Oct 23, 2009
After retiring from the Navy, I worked in private industry and supervised a large crew of HVAC technicians. Ben Franklin had it right when he said, An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Maryland to spend $9.5M on energy programs Oct 23, 2009
Projects eligible for funding include HVAC systems, insulation, window sealing, Energy Star appliances and water heating equipment. Most Read Stories. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
CISD earns superior financial rating again Oct 23, 2009
In other board action, the hiring of Engineered Air Balance Inc. for the balancing of the HVAC system at Carroll Senior High School was approved. The $10,040 project is part of the 2006 bond package. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Letter: Trouble with truthiness Oct 23, 2009
We have recently been inundated with a new message that the temporary system fix for the Newman School was only designed to last three to five years, and unless voters approve a $27 million override this December, the Newman HVAC system will fail ... Reading the HVAC Feasibility Study written for DRA by WSP+Flack+Kurtz, it appears to me that on a hot summer day of 90 degrees outside, the temperature in the building has to be as low as 75; and on a cold winter day of zero, the temperature has to... (Needham Tab, MA)
Discover Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Repair Made Easy! -- New Book is a Simple Yet Complete Step-By-Step Diagnostic and Repair Guide for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Units Oct 22, 2009
He has helped his father run a HVAC contracting business ever since he was around thirteen or fourteen years old. Since then and the years that followed, he has virtually been his father's service manager, helping him solve and fix the most challenging diagnostic and repair problems that they encountered. (Primezone Releases)
Agencies get 'green' grants Oct 22, 2009
Curry County North Annex HVAC, insulation 20,500. Curry County South Annex HVAC, insulation 32,000. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Hamilton voters approve HVAC funding Oct 21, 2009
Voters in Hamilton passed the school district s request to borrow for funding a portion of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system at Cutler School at the special Town Meeting on Saturday, Oct. 17. Wenham voters will take up the issue at the special Town Meeting on Nov. 12. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
UAlbany seeks contractors for new business school construction Oct 21, 2009
UAlbany is looking for the statements from consultants to provide services for all building HVAC, plumbing, electrical and indoor air quality systems. The $64 million school is seeking a gold rating with the. (Albany Business Review, NY)
School Committee addresses Cutler HVAC, air quality concerns Oct 21, 2009
With all the controversy surrounding the Cutler School HVAC project and its potential funding sources, School Committee members focused a considerable amount of time on reiterating key issues that have risen throughout the process in an effort to educate the public before the two towns were scheduled to vote on the issue ... Assistant Superintendent Paul Szymanski walked the committee and those in attendance through some of the funding steps for the Cutler HVAC project ... Finally, in regard to... (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Energy savings add up for Aiken County schools Oct 19, 2009
- Review activities schedule and have groups meet with HVAC efficiency in mind. - Personal appliances, such as coffee pots, microwaves and heaters, are not permitted in instructional areas. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Danvers Building Permits Oct 17, 2009
Costco Wholesale Corporation, 11 Newbury St., change roof-top HVAC units, $69,450. Mall at Liberty Tree LLC, 100 Independence Way, erect kiosk-type structure, Walden Books, $0. (Danvers Herald, MA)
PSC approves $166M for efficiency upgrades Oct 16, 2009
The money the largest amount announced this year by the PSC for energy programs will offset the cost of purchasing and installing high-efficiency electric and gas systems, including HVAC equipment, lighting, boilers, furnaces, energy management systems, motors and other eligible projects. will receive $33. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Historical significance Oct 15, 2009
"What is going to get you your best bang for your buck? Is it with a few thousand dollars to improve your lights, or an HVAC system?," asked Yearous. Jenks said a critical item for any institution is to create an emergency plan to protect items from being damaged or destroyed and then implement it. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Wenham Selectmens Notes Oct 15, 2009
In response to questions about the ongoing problems with the HVAC system at the library, Dempsey said, It is much better than it was, and thanked Wenham Department of Public Works Director Bill Tyack for his work ... Because the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) has approved the request of the school district for assistance with replacing the boiler and HVAC delivery system at the Cutler School, Wenham needs to hold a second special Town Meeting to vote on the appropriation of the... (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Letter: Enough is Enough makes Town Meeting recommendations Oct 15, 2009
Special Town Meeting, Part II Debt exclusion override for the Cutler School HVAC EiE will make a recommendation at the Town Meeting. Jay Burnham, Moderator. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Town has enough open land Oct 15, 2009
I am personally doing a housing construction project right now that helped employ a general contractor, an electrician, an HVAC specialist, several carpenters, and plumbing team that were all needing work and all from Ipswich. Now multiply that by 200. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
City of Sealy to begin inspecting multi-family units Oct 15, 2009
Possible black mold, faulty wiring, broken windows and HVAC problems these are just a few of the sub-standard living conditions some Sealy residents face on a daily basis, living in neglected multi-family rental properties ... Over the past year and a half, I ve received many complaints from tenants from apartment buildings that there s faulty wiring, possible black mold, HVAC problems, and a couple of safety issues now, we re ready to take care of business, said Sealy City Manager Chris... (Sealy News, TX)
Board hears jail study Oct 14, 2009
HVAC issues, mold and mildew pose health concerns ... Poor air quality due to HVAC performance. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Discovery Green earns LEED Gold status Oct 14, 2009
Features that earned Discovery Green the Gold certification included removing surface-level asphalt parking spaces; generating 8 percent of the park s total energy via 256 solar panels on the roofs of nearby buildings as well as using only renewable energy for electrical power; high-efficiency HVAC equipment; green roofs; and preservation of live oak trees. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification is awarded by the to projects that adhere to universally accepted criteria such... (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Letter: Needham should say 'no' to Newman override Oct 9, 2009
School Committee members Marianne Cooley and Heidi Black supported the $28 million HVAC project for Newman in a letter to the Times last week. In defense of the exorbitant price tag, they dismissed the fact that many similarly large schools in the commonwealth have replaced HVAC systems, made electrical and technology upgrades and met current building codes all for price tags on the order of $3 million to $8 million ... Several less expensive HVAC options proposed by the DRA architects and... (Needham Tab, MA)
Letter: Needham should reject unnecessary Newman override Oct 9, 2009
I am not against renovating the HVAC system at the Newman, but I find it offensive that the original proposal for a repair has now included some of the greatest wish list items ever, including new ball fields. Everyone has a wish list, but we are forced to spend on wishes that our budgets can afford. (Needham Tab, MA)
District realizing significant savings through energy conservation projects Oct 9, 2009
"They will look at everything, motors, our HVAC equipment, lighting," Burton said. "They will really be looking at how things function together and if it's as efficient as it should be.". (Lindstrom Chisago County Press, MN)
Mass. energy co. plugs into Buffalo Oct 8, 2009
They provide lighting efficiency improvements; HVAC design, diagnostics and upgrades and data center efficiency and cooling improvements. The company is participating in s 2009 Energy Efficiency Expo at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center on Wednesday. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Community tours Cutler boiler room Oct 7, 2009
The Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District offered tours of the Cutler School and its boiler room for the public to learn more about the proposed heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) project ... The project involves replacing the entire HVAC system, because steam heat is antiquated, converting from oil to natural gas, upgrading the distribution system and increasing energy distribution and efficiency. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
District Corner: Cutler School Building Committee Oct 7, 2009
The appointment of the school building committee is a critical step in the process to secure MSBA funding for the Cutler HVAC System Project ... I hold a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from University of Hartford, and before college worked with a HVAC firm ... What is the Cutler HVAC Building Committee s role. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
State, School Committee approve Cutler HVAC project: Decision now in voters hands Oct 7, 2009
State, School Committee approve Cutler HVAC project: Decision now in voters hands - Hamilton, MA - Hamilton-Wenham Chronicle ... Dennis O'Leary, project manager from RDK Engineers, explains the plan for HVAC system ... State, School Committee approve Cutler HVAC project: Decision now in voters hands. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
School Committee needs new member: Denise Bisaillon resigns, creating Hamilton seat vacancy Oct 7, 2009
The resignation, which went into effect Friday, Sept. 18, was discussed at the Oct. 1 School Committee meeting, but not mentioned at the well attended and Bisaillon s last School Committee meeting on Sept. 17, a joint boards meeting with the Hamilton and Wenham Finance and Advisory Committees and Boards of Selectmen to review the Cutler HVAC project. This is difficult to lose a valued member of our group. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Cumberland County awards public safety center contracts Oct 6, 2009
Cumberland County commissioners this afternoon awarded four separate contracts general construction, HVAC, plumbing and electrical on a new 21,000-square-foot public safety building, which will be erected in Middlesex Township across from the county prison. ECI Construction of Dillsburg will be the general contractor on the project. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Green Sam's Club to open on Power Inn Road Oct 6, 2009
This enables the floor to produce a radiant cooling effect during the day, which reduces the demand on the HVAC system. Chilled water is pumped throughout the day to maintain the slab temperature and keep the store cool while using less energy. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
USC Aiken succeeds in cutting energy use Oct 5, 2009
USC Aiken staff also monitor kilowatt usage every 15 minutes and have upgraded HVAC units for increased efficiency. All the efforts have already begun to benefit the students, Mr. Engel said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Blinn considering maintenance tax; residents voice support for college at public forum Oct 3, 2009
In addition, Dulaney sees a growing need to offer technical training from welding to HVAC to plumbing but the campus doesn t have the facilities available to offer those courses. We cannot do more now, Dulaney said. (Sealy News, TX)
