b'MEMBER PROFILElost their buildings entirely, says Smith.CSSL has also been integrating systems at We were there to get into their buildingsThompson Rivers University in Kamloops. and assure them that [they] were stillTheyre with us on the cutting edge of operating. Our sensors pick up toxic VOCtechnology and being green, says Smith. (volatile organic compound) levels duringWere pretty proud of the Nursing and fire season. Controlling the outdoor airPopulation Health building, especially to dampers to prevent soot and ash fromsupport more education for nurses and getting in, being able to shut downhealth-care workers.systems in times of floodthese were invaluable services to our clients.SICA MEMBERSHIP HELPS CSSLs strong focus on energyBUILDS RELATIONSHIPS AND conservation and environmentalFIND NEW CLIENTSsustainability can also help clients cut their energy costs. Getting the rightSmith purchased the company 13 years programming for the right applicationago and has found SICA membership saved a recent client 24 per cent in energyinvaluable. The networking is the costs in a year, notes Smith. biggest benefit for us. Weve built some pretty substantial relationships through SICA events, says Smith. We see greatgoals and initiatives, shares Smith. Our TAKING PRIDE IN LOCALbenefit in their education offerings,goal is always to stay on the leading edge PROJECTS especially since members gets discounts!of technology.CSSL loves working with municipalities.The BidCentral board is amazingweve Some of Smiths favourite projects includefound a lot of new projects there. As climate change impacts increase, who the Canada Games Aquatic Centre inknows how commercial buildings may be Kamloops and the Kelowna Art Gallery.As they enter their 30th year, whats nextaffected? But one thing is for sureCSSL We have all local technicians here, andfor CSSL? will continue to make facility management everyone knows the buildings, saysstress-free and provide climate control Smith. Theyre very proud of them andIm focussed on organic, sustainablesolutions that are good for people[proud to be] able to brag about them! growth to keep supporting our clientsand planet.SICA CONSTRUCTION REVIEWSpring 202223'