02/06/20 London Drugs opens in signature Vancouver House

Proud Project Update: Congratulations to our long-time customer London Drugs on the grand opening of its newest location in Vancouver House. We are so pleased to have been part of the team for this new build in such a signature spot. Vancouver House, “named one of CNN’s most anticipated buildings set to shape the world in 2020”, is a great setting for the ever-innovative London Drugs. https://miss604.com/2020/02/new-london-drugs-beach-district-giveaway.html

01/22/20 10 power-saving tips for offices

10 power-saving tips for offices from BC HYDRO

1. Help heating and cooling systems to do their job. Keep furniture away from radiators and vents. And if you’re heating or cooling a space, make sure all the windows are closed.

2. Fine tune your thermostat. If you try turning your heating and cooling off for set periods, or turning the heating down a couple of degrees, the only difference you’ll likely notice will be the savings you make.

3. Make your hot water less hot. Water heating can account for more than 20% of a commercial building’s energy use. Yet many offices only use tiny amounts of hot water – for instance, to wash up a few coffee cups and plates once a day. So try dialling down your hot water thermostat to 54°C (130°F).

4. Use natural light. Natural light isn’t just free, it’s also good for everybody’s health and mood. So whenever possible, open window shades and blinds to take full advantage of it.

5. Turn off the lights in empty rooms. Kitchens, copy rooms and bathrooms are usually empty for most of the day, so there’s no point leaving the light on when you go back to your desk.

6. Use smart power bars. Smart power bars reduce your power usage by shutting down devices that go into standby mode. Think of all those hours you spend away from your desk in meetings – that’s a lot of potential power saving.

7. Use energy saving features on office equipment. Energy saving modes on your devices and equipment generally use around 70% less energy than full power mode. And of course, if there are appliances and electronics that aren’t being used, unplug them.

8. Let your screen sleep. Screen savers use the same amount of power as active screens. So set your computer to turn off the screen after a set period of inactivity.

9. Switch to a laptop. If you’re not using a laptop, consider one when you next buy a new computer. Laptops typically use up to 80% less energy than a desktop computer.

10. Power down when you go home. Encourage everyone to turn off all their computers, monitors, printers, copiers and lights when they leave for the night, and especially for the weekend. And when the office is empty, don’t forget to dial down the heating and cooling systems, too.

Full article https://www.bchydro.com/news/conservation/2019/office-energy-saving-tips.html?WT.mc_id=b-20-01_tips

09/13/19 Aerco celebrates its 50th Anniversary in 2019!

Aerco celebrates its 50th Anniversary this year!  It all started in 1969 and it continues today because our priority is the success of our great customers.

07/25/19 When temperatures were low (68 degrees, to be precise), employees committed 44% more errors…

https://www.fastcompany.com/3001316/want-more-productive-workers-adjust-your-thermostat?fbclid=IwAR1HBU9Mc1PMO-CxpeXWVMXMcjPEjZEBAXhMZljQqUVaySE23RTDInTV6MY

07/25/19 Study shows women are more productive when it’s warmer

https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2019/05/24/stop-office-ac-overload-study-shows-women-are-more-productive-when-its-warmer/?fbclid=IwAR3f9ystNLn3My4K9oGZKd9hJXzsXrBMuwgdvvwzIzxpv3uOMf4UUArDv6c

05/30/19 Retrofits usually pay for themselves with lower energy costs in seven to 10 years.

https://vancouversun.com/news/local-news/big-carbon-gains-to-be-made-in-older-buildings

03/15/19 Dirty air filters drop efficiency by 20 to 25 percent or more

Cost-effective cuts: How little O&M energy use adjustments can yield big savings

02/06/2019 BC Hydro offers financial incentives for rooftop HVAC units

BC Hydro is currently offering financial incentives to improve the efficiency of your rooftop HVAC units.  Call us today!  As a BC Hydro qualified HVAC contractor, Aerco can help you make this happen. https://www.bchydro.com/news/conservation/2019/rooftop-hvac-efficiency-strategies.html

01/11/19 18 New McDonald’s restaurants in 2018

McDonald’s Canada has been an Aerco customer for 48 years!  In 2018, we were the HVAC supplier/commissioning agent for 18 new locations that opened over eight months in BC, AB, SK, MB and ON; for 11 of the 12 new locations in Western Canada, we were also the mechanical/plumbing engineer of record. It was a pleasure working with everyone involved and we wish all the best for each new restaurant.

09/12/18 Our head office has moved!

Our head office has moved!  New address:  #201-1952 Kingsway Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC  V3C 6C2.