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Author: Warren Graham, Project Sales Representative In the world of building systems, HVAC often gets the spotlight. People will spend big to keep the air cool, the heat flowing and the filters clean. Plumbing, on the other hand, is often treated as an afterthought. That’s a mistake. Plumbing is one of the most essential, misunderstood and undervalued systems in any building. Not only is it responsible for comfort and convenience but it’s also your first line ...Read More

Author: Bob Swanger, Executive Vice President, Service + Building Automation Humanity is never "off the clock." Many of us have read about incredible acts of heroism and thought, "could I have been that brave? Would I have made that decision, if it were me?" For Blackfoot HVAC service technician, Nate Lee, the answer was unequivocally "yes" when he saw two people struggling to evacuate someone from a car that ended up in the canal next to the road. The ...Read More

Author: Christopher Chewning, Construction Executive The explosive growth of artificial intelligence has fueled an unprecedented demand for data centers. But building these large-scale facilities isn’t getting easier, especially as the latest trend pushes data centers into increasingly remote locations, far from major labor markets. Harris has the experience and resources to handle all the challenges associated with getting these projects done on aggressive timelines. The Challenge of Remote Regions Data center developers are facing a ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I’ve been an in-house construction lawyer for almost 17 years, mostly with an exterior façade contractor. I got started in construction because the law firm where I practiced prior to that had an opening in their Construction Law group. What drew you to Harris? ...Read More

Authors: Ben VanderSluis, Director, Data Driven Solutions and Brett Colsch, Lead BA System Specialist In facility management, the biggest problems are often ones you can’t see. Until they become costly failures. Traditional maintenance methods often miss subtle signs of wear and inefficiency, leading to unexpected expenses and downtime for your building. Telemetry transforms this scenario by continuously monitoring your facility’s vital systems, identifying existing and potential issues that might otherwise go unnoticed. More than just a ...Read More

Author: Aileen Dosev Imagine a successful career. Job security, a high salary and an irreplaceable skillset.   You might picture a banker or lawyer typing away in a skyscraper. But as college graduates struggle to find jobs post-graduation, America’s next top workers might be those building skyscrapers.  America faces unprecedented demand ...Read More

Author: Bryan Cummings, PhD, Sr. Building Environmental Sciences Engineer A good mechanical system balances the needs of thermal comfort, indoor air quality and energy efficiency. As temperatures plummet during the winter months in cold regions, we spend more of our time indoors and seal up our buildings to stay warm. This carries implications for mechanical system operation and the qualities they affect. This blog post focuses on the indoor air quality (IAQ) implications of ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? Before Harris, I was a credit analyst and handled a large book of accounts receivable. My brother, who is a LBAS and has been here for many years finally convinced me to join the Harris team as a dispatcher. Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I've always been passionate about creating things and solving problems. The thought that something I could build might leave a lasting impact on the world has always thrilled me. After years of exploring many career paths, I decided to pursue construction management. It was during this time that I crossed paths with Nate Nielson, who later offered me a position working ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction business? After high school I started a sheet metal apprenticeship in SLC, Utah. While doing my apprenticeship I started working for a small local contractor where I worked in various roles such as shop fabrication and field installation. After a few years with that company, I decided to make the switch to Harris and finished out my apprenticeship in a BIM/VDC role. Read More