Category: Construction

Fire sprinkler systems provide a critical element of safety for business owners. A fire in a commercial facility could result in devastating consequences from serious injury to the deaths of employees or customers. It could also damage or destroy merchandise, vital records, and costly equipment, ultimately placing a company at risk for going out of business. […]

With cooler days upon us, the fall months are the perfect time to begin thinking about protecting your plumbing from the winter elements.  Whether it is your business, multi-unit buildings, or large parking structures, the following actions should be considered to avoid frozen plumbing systems, burst pipes, and the effects of long-term water damage.   Neglecting winter care for both external and internal plumbing systems can cause major […]

Contributing Writers: Mike Grose, Sanjay Patel, Nicholas Pappas  The science behind efficient heating and cooling systems is complex.  Understanding this from the outset is crucial to identifying the best systems for your facility.  Below are answers to 15 questions worth considering when designing your facility. What category does the project fall into? Retail? Entertainment? Multifamily? […]

After riding the wave of the recession, we at VP Engineering have been privileged to experience the growth of construction and building in our region, and, in particular, here in Charlotte.  An unexpected yet wonderful offshoot of this growth is the rise of the Queen City’s Craft Brew industry. A boom in craft brewing. Since […]