If you’re not familiar with an Electrical Maintenance Program (EMP), it’s essentially a documented plan for proactively inspecting, testing, monitoring, analyzing, and maintaining electrical equipment. Before January 16, 2023, when the latest edition of NFPA 70B, Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance, took effect, the design and implementation of an EMP was largely discretionary. Now, the […]
3 Ways Your Commercial Facility Can Push Toward Sustainability
Earth Day is the perfect time for businesses to assess their sustainability efforts and take meaningful steps toward a greener future. As the long-term benefits of reducing environmental impact become more widespread, more and more companies are setting ambitious goals around carbon neutrality. As commercial service providers, we’re noticing an increasing number of business owners […]
Get Your Building Summer-Ready: HVAC Checklist & Maintenance Must-Dos
Spring has sprung! With rising temperatures upon us, it’s a great time to prep your facility’s HVAC system for the hot summer ahead. Below, our commercial service team shared a downloadable spring HVAC maintenance checklist for facility owners. We also outlined what’s included in an M3 Service HVAC maintenance consultation and why preventive maintenance for […]
Unlock Flexible Financing for Energy Efficiency with M3 Service and NEIF
M3 Service is a proud National Energy Improvement Fund-Approved Contractor. What is the National Energy Improvement Fund? The National Energy Improvement Fund (NEIF) specializes in financing virtually any type of energy efficiency, renewable energy, and resilience project for commercial, non-profit, and municipal properties. With a mission to improve the affordability of energy and resilience improvement, […]
Mark III Welcomes Randall Christiansen as Chief Operating Officer
Mark III Construction is pleased to announce the appointment of Randall Christiansen as the company’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO). This strategic leadership addition marks a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing growth and evolution. Randall brings over 20 years of operational leadership experience in the power and industrial construction industries. He has spent the […]
Level-2 or DC Fast Charger? How to Choose the Right EV Charging Station for Your Commercial Facility
As the number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the road continues to rise, commercial facilities face growing pressure to offer EV charging stations. Luckily for owners, EV charging stations support sustainability efforts and attract customers, tenants, and employees. There are two types of EV charging solutions available for commercial use: Level-2 or DC Fast chargers. […]
Navigating California’s EV Rebates: A Guide for Business Owners in 2024
As the world moves towards cleaner transportation alternatives, California continues to pioneer the way through its progressive laws, bills, and initiatives that support the commercialization of and infrastructure for zero-emissions vehicles. With some of the most ambitious climate goals in the country,— like its plan to eliminate the sale of gas-powered cars in the state […]
4 Ways to Celebrate Women in Construction Week
What is Women in Construction Week? Women in Construction (WIC) Week is an annual event organized by the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), that celebrates the contributions and achievements of women in the construction industry. The event promotes gender diversity and aims to inspire future generations of women in construction. This year, the […]
Building Strong Roots: M3’s Project Sequoia Leadership Program
Project Sequoia Leadership (PSL) Training At the beginning of 2023, almost exactly one year ago, M3 held a leadership retreat called Project Sequoia Leadership Program, where 16 executive and management-level employees participated in an immersive 6-day experience, gaining hands-on experience that empowered attendees to become more effective leaders. The objective of the retreat was to […]
SMUD Recognizes M3 Service as Mechanical Contractor of the Year
M3 Service has been named the Mechanical Contractor of the Year by the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) in a testament to their commitment to energy efficiency and innovative retrofit solutions. The prestigious award is in recognition of M3 Service’s exceptional support of their ambitious goal to eliminate 100% of their greenhouse gas emissions by […]
Employee Spotlight: Moises Castillo
Spotlight on Moises Congratulations to Moises Castillo, ABC NorCal Electrical Apprentice, for earning the December 2023 Employee Spotlight. Scott Welch, Electrical Superintendent, says, “I have worked with Moises for the past four years and recently started a project with him at Chico State University. Moises has shown so much improvement, he’s increased his desire to […]
Employee Spotlight: Connor Bertuccelli
Spotlight on Connor Congratulations to Connor Bertuccelli, electrical BIM modeler, for earning the November 2023 Employee Spotlight. Justin Tucker, VDC division manager, says, “Since Connor joined our team in early 2022, he has played an integral role in the evolution and development of our Electrical V-Con team. Being that he came to us with experience […]
Case Study: M3 Preserves Historic Marysville Building During Healthcare Facility Transformation
In collaboration with Neenan Archistruction, M3 MEP embarked on a remarkable endeavor to preserve a historic downtown Marysville building while transforming it into an OSHPD III Certified Primary Care Clinic. This case study explores how M3 MEP’s forward-thinking methods led to a successful, timely project outcome, showcasing the benefits of an industrialized approach in construction. […]
Employee Spotlight: Lorenzo Petrini
Spotlight on Lorenzo Congratulations to Lorenzo, M3C project manager, for earning the October 2023 Employee Spotlight. Kent Ridgley, M3C director of operations, says, “Lorenzo brings a positive attitude, good sense of humor, and a smile every day. His genuine care for the team and personal interest in their wellbeing is a reflection of his integrity and team […]
4 Benefits of Installing a Programmable Thermostat
Is your commercial business using a programmable thermostat? If not, you could be missing out on significant cost savings and adding unnecessary stress to your commercial HVAC unit. We’ll break it down for you below. But first, — What is a programmable thermostat? A programmable thermostat allows owners to pre-set a schedule for their HVAC […]
Case Study: Children’s Receiving Home of Sacramento Undergoes Gas-to-Electric Conversion
M3 Service & SMUD Partner to Significantly Reduce Carbon-Emissions for a Customer Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) holds the most ambitious environmental goal of any large utility in the United States— their Zero Carbon Plan sets to eliminate 100% of their greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. As part of their environmental action plan, SMUD is […]