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Safe Returns to Sports: Air Quality plays a key factor in healthy facilities for athletes and fans
Sometimes in a news cycle that constantly reminds us of the name-brand sports teams and leagues, we lose sight of the thousands of...

Courtney Van Ostran, FSMPS, CPSM
Jul 9, 20203 min read
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With staffers returning to unoccupied office spaces, one study revealed a need for Plumbing Refresh
According to a study conducted by Purdue University, many commercial office buildings need to consider the safety of their water supply.

Courtney Van Ostran, FSMPS, CPSM
Jul 7, 20204 min read
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What the ASHRAE COVID-19 Task Force is Telling Businesses & Owners around the Country
ASHRAE is taking a critical approach to the HVAC units inside the millions of buildings and retail spaces across the country.

Courtney Van Ostran, FSMPS, CPSM
Jul 6, 20203 min read
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How much does a dated HVAC system hurt your space? Probably more than you think.
In coming months, the quality/modernity of a building’s HVAC system is likely to be one of the items that drive a tenant to select a space.

Courtney Van Ostran, FSMPS, CPSM
Jul 2, 20204 min read
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Resilient Buildings: HVAC Design Considerations
As many businesses open this month and we return to work and start returning to public spaces, the industry is examining...

Courtney Van Ostran, FSMPS, CPSM
May 21, 20204 min read
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Resilient Buildings: Plumbing & Fire Protection Design Considerations
Future building design may take into consideration touchless fixtures and other updates, other best practices ensure safety.

Courtney Van Ostran, FSMPS, CPSM
May 20, 20203 min read
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Can we use light to help prevent the spread of viruses and infections?
As new design considerations emerge in our industry, we're busy researching and validating the GUV technology for widespread applications.

Courtney Van Ostran, FSMPS, CPSM
May 19, 20203 min read
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Resilient Buildings: Electrical & Lighting Design Considerations
Integrating design considerations for healthier buildings into our design approach, we've identified some electrical and lighting options.

Courtney Van Ostran, FSMPS, CPSM
May 12, 20202 min read
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Design Approach for Resilient Facilities
When we all return to our offices we will be faced with some changes to help improve the safety of our workforces.

Courtney Van Ostran, FSMPS, CPSM
May 6, 20203 min read
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The Fast Pace of Change in Healthcare Just Increased
As we navigate the new world of remote working, Tec is actively working with architects and healthcare clients on fit-outs of commercial...

Courtney Van Ostran, FSMPS, CPSM
Apr 3, 20202 min read
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Around the country, fire stations are lacking much-needed modernization
When you think of the sacrifices our firefighters make, think about the service of soldiers in foreign lands and listen to their lives,...

Courtney Van Ostran, FSMPS, CPSM
Nov 21, 20193 min read
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Reflection on an Internship
Written by: Elizabeth Spellacy As of today, I have completed my 13-week internship with Tec Inc. Engineering and Design. Before starting...

Elizabeth Buchtinect
Aug 29, 20194 min read
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