25 Tips for Facilities Transformation
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by ServiceChannel
18h ago
Welcome to Elevating Brick and Mortar. The podcast about how operations and facilities drive brand performance. On today’s episode, we talk with Frankie Costa, CEO of Helios Service Partners. Helios Service Partners–the result of the nation’s top independent HVAC-R businesses coming together–is the industry leader in multi-site mechanical services. They service 42 states with their 100% self-performing technicians. TIMESTAMPS ** 00:48 – Solving the Facilities PR Problem: Jackie Aubel, host of “Toolbox for the Trades” podcast ** 02:41 – Good Standards Result in Good Experiences: Roger Goldste ..read more
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Diversifying the Trades: The Rise of Women in Skilled Work
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by ServiceChannel
18h ago
Despite historic gender disparity in skilled trades jobs — as well as a legacy of bias that has discouraged women from entering fields such as construction, plumbing, and carpentry — the employment gap is starting to narrow. Between February 2020 and March 2022, the number of construction jobs held by women increased by 7%. In the past five years, the number of women working in skilled trades has increased by almost one-third. In 2021, there were more than 314,000 tradeswomen in the U.S. — the highest level ever recorded, according to the U.S. Dept of Labor. What’s driving more women to pursue ..read more
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Stay on target with Budget Insights
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by Jillian Evans
1w ago
Make smarter decisions about work orders and proposals with Budget Insights, a new tool that shows how much budget you have remaining and whether you’re on track in real-time. Make smarter spending decisions to get more from your budget Balancing a tight budget with unpredictable expenses is a major challenge. One large bill can break your budget — and if you don’t use it, you may lose it. Now with Budget Insights, you can make confident decisions to spend now or wait until later, without surprises. New in April! Budget Insights: See at-a-glance if your spend is on track, so you can make smart ..read more
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Cooling Tower Maintenance Checklist
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by ServiceChannel
2w ago
Cooling towers are an essential piece of HVAC equipment for large commercial buildings. Preventative maintenance is crucial for keeping a cooling tower system running at peak efficiency and avoiding costly repairs. We will cover this critical piece of HVAC maintenance and guide you through creating an effective cooling tower maintenance checklist to ensure the proper operation of your cooling tower systems.  ServiceChannel offers helpful advice on different types of preventive maintenance for facilities and assets. Understanding Cooling Tower Systems Cooling towers help to reduce the temp ..read more
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Complexity to Clarity With an Expert Team: Customer Success
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by ServiceChannel
1M ago
Senior Customer Success Manager, Joe Riske got his start in the facilities world back in the days before facilities management platforms were a thing. With more than two decades of experience working in facilities, Joe brought his valuable perspective to the team. He also brought his own experiences using the ServiceChannel platform as a facilities manager, which helps him relate to his clients in an authentic, practical way. We recently caught up with Joe to talk about his approach to customer success. How do you describe your role? I’m a trusted advisor in helping my clients understand the ..read more
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Electrical Preventive Maintenance Checklist for Facilities
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by ServiceChannel
1M ago
Many businesses operate on large electrical systems, and an electrical system failure can disrupt business operations.  Electrical preventive maintenance can help prevent electrical failures and reduce equipment breakdowns. An electrical preventive maintenance checklist can track electrical maintenance due dates and help you stay on schedule.  What Is Electrical Preventive Maintenance? Preventive maintenance is the process of providing proactive upkeep and repairs to assets and equipment, performing maintenance tasks at regular intervals to prevent damage and malfunction to electrica ..read more
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Chiller Maintenance Checklist
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by ServiceChannel
1M ago
Regular maintenance tasks are important for all types of equipment. Although chillers are generally self-reliant, following the right preventive maintenance checklist for their needs will ensure consistent, optimal operation. After all, no machine can be fully self-reliant without human help. If your facility uses industrial chillers, our chillers maintenance checklist will be helpful. Here is what to know about preventive chiller maintenance to keep yours running at peak performance. How Chillers Work Many industrial processes require chillers. That’s because chillers help keep sensitive equi ..read more
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Thermostat Calibration and Maintenance Checklist: Essential Tips for Thermostat Accuracy
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by ServiceChannel
1M ago
Inconsistent home temperatures and high energy bills are telltale signs your thermostat may need calibration. Thermostat calibration, as well as boiler maintenance, are essential components of HVAC systems. Properly calibrating your thermostat ensures more precise temperature control and energy efficiency. This article will help better identify and address thermostat calibration needs. These straightforward steps for fine-tuning your thermostat will guide you toward comfort and cost-effectiveness in your facility’s indoor spaces. Recognizing the Need for Thermostat Calibration A well-calibrate ..read more
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Furnace Tune-Up Procedures
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by ServiceChannel
1M ago
Performing an annual furnace tune-up is a great way to make sure your heating system is ready for the frigid winter months. It’s best to do heating system tune-ups proactively in the fall so you can be sure that you can keep your furnace running smoothly when you need it most. Using our regular HVAC maintenance checklist for facilities managers throughout the year will make your furnace tune-ups faster and easier. That’s because regular maintenance will prevent breakdowns that may cause additional wear on your furnace system. There will be less to tune up later if your maintenance schedule kee ..read more
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Air Compressor Maintenance Checklist
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by ServiceChannel
1M ago
Maintenance checklists are an essential component of any facility’s maintenance regimen. Air conditioning checklists, air compressor checklists, and HVAC maintenance checklists are all excellent examples of this. Regular air compressor maintenance is essential for ensuring a smooth-running compressed air system. A comprehensive air compressor maintenance checklist is key to securing an efficient and effective air compressor system. This guide will outline the steps for proper air compressor maintenance and provide helpful advice on building your facility’s air compressor maintenance checklist ..read more
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