2023 HVAC Elements Education Symposium
On May 9, 2023, HVAC Elements hosted an Education Symposium at Five Oaks Venue in Sioux Falls, bringing together K-12 superintendents, business managers, facility staff, and higher education decision-makers. The event served as a platform for education professionals to gain valuable insights into best practices for indoor air quality, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and preventive maintenance in schools.
G&R Controls, in collaboration with Siemens, led the symposium, providing attendees with current industry standards and practical strategies for optimizing school facilities. The day featured a diverse lineup of speakers from the education, building controls, and engineering industries, each sharing their expertise on improving K-12 and higher education buildings.
The event was structured around five key focus topics, beginning with an opening panel discussion on how the built environment influences student learning outcomes. The agenda included:
- Opening Panel Discussion: The impact of facility design on student success
- Master Facility Planning: Long-term strategies for efficient infrastructure management
- Building Controls & Energy Management: Optimizing energy use and system performance
- Infrastructure Funding & Procurement: Navigating financial strategies for school improvements
- The Necessity of Maintenance: Ensuring longevity and efficiency in school buildings
- Driving Learning Outcomes: Connecting facility enhancements to student achievement
In addition to the presentations, attendees had the opportunity to explore a showcase of HVAC Elements' offerings, covering equipment sales, lighting, testing & balancing, hydronics, preventive maintenance, aftermarket parts, and building controls. A highlight of the event was the Daikin Roadshow, featuring a demonstration trailer and an immersive Oculus experience, allowing guests to engage with the latest HVAC technology firsthand.
