Reliable Controls

Lindsay Smith, our accounting and group benefits administrator, is something of a whiz at Reliable Controls. Last year she celebrated 20 years with the company, and she continues to inspire us with new ideas. In 2023 she enlisted a few friendly helpers to coordinate three employee wellness challenges: a step challenge in May, a wellness bingo in September, and a sugar-fix challenge in November. The step event was our first corporate health and wellness challenge. More than 75 employees used an app to track steps, distance, and activity time to compete for awesome prizes like an Apple Watch and a Fitbit. After 30 days, we walked an impressive 18,602,627 steps.   The bingo game marked Employee Wellness Week and promoted a healthy, balanced lifestyle—at home, in the office, and with friends and coworkers. The goal of the sugar-fix challenge was to encourage employees to pay attention to what we eat. Fifty team members followed one of two plans to cut added sugar for one work week. There was an optional Monopoly-style game, too.   “That was inclusive and fun!” said one employee. “Great motivation to make positive changes,” said another. We love events that bring our team together, and these had the bonus of being healthy for us, too!   Lindsay is hoping to plan some new things later this year, integrating suggestions from our end-of-year wellness survey.   Will you be participating? We’re looking for team members in sales, operations, R&D, and more. Check out our Careers page for more info: https://lnkd.in/g4eXijiK #ReliableControls #Team

The team that plays together stays together. Our social committee planned another fun month of activities for Reliable Controls in April, testing our arcade skills at Pinhalla Pinball & Pizzeria. This was a very popular outing that saw staff playing everything from "Indiana Jones: The Pinball Adventure" to "Alice Cooper's Nightmare Castle"! Such a fun time. We also held an egg hunt and craft event for staff and kids to celebrate Easter. Will you be at our next social event? We're hiring! Check out the Careers page on our website for more information: https://lnkd.in/g4eXijiK #ReliableControls #Team #Sustainability

Reliable Controls is attending the CxEnergy conference at the end of April. CxEnergy is presented by the AABC Commissioning Group (ACG), Associated Air Balance Council (AABC), and Energy Management Association (EMA) and features 30+ technical sessions, professional educational opportunities, and an extensive expo hall. Don't miss this opportunity to network with hundreds of HVAC, building, and energy management experts in San Diego, California. Reliable Controls regional sales managers Ben Seitz, Casey Crown, and Alan McElhone are excited to chat about all things building automation and sustainability. Swing by booth 604 to say hello. What: CxEnergy 2024 Conference & Expo When: April 29–May 2, 2024 Where: Town and Country San Diego Registration: cxenergy.com #ReliableControls #CxEnergy #CxEnergy2024 #HVAC

ASHRAE developed BACnet in 1995 as a cost-effective communication protocol to integrate building control products from multiple vendors into a single, unified automation and control system. Today BACnet is a national standard in more than 30 countries and has been an ISO - International Organization for Standardization for 20-plus years. In this post on our Resource Newsroom, Reliable Controls president Tom Zaban reflects on 30 years of BACnet: https://lnkd.in/gYg7Bfse

The Florida Buildings Engineering & Facility Maintenance Show is taking place right now —and we're there! Join regional sales manager Gary Bauer today in Tampa. Stop by booth 502 to chat with Gary about how we can help you better manage your buildings. #ReliableControls #GreenTech #Sustainability

VITALIA runs 11 age-targeted lifestyle communities in Northeast Ohio. VITALIA North Olmsted is a new adult living facility that offers villa homes, senior apartments, assisted living, and memory care with a range of services and floor plans for residents aged 55+. The facility includes a restaurant, private dining room, fitness center, library, theater, indoor swimming pool, and beauty salon. Authorized Dealer Control Concepts Ohio installed a Reliable Controls building automation system during construction of VITALIA North Olmsted to provide general temperature control and maintenance diagnostics. To learn about how our technology is used in this project, visit https://lnkd.in/gNUkgmrz. #ReliableControls #GreenTech

April is Stress Awareness Month. In the American Psychological Association’s 2023 Work in America Survey, 77 percent of workers reporting having experienced work-related stress in the previous month. You probably know that stress at work can have a devastating impact with life-changing repercussions for employees and their family, friends, and colleagues. At Reliable Controls we recognize the importance of employee mental health by offering the following benefits to full-time team members: - Flexible work arrangements: Our flex time policy allows employees to adjust their schedules as needed for mental health, physical health, family, or other matters. - Psychology/counselling funds: Every employee is entitled to $2,000 per year toward counselling as part of their extended benefits package. - Employee and Family Assistance Program: This confidential counselling service is available for employees and their families who need support with mental health and/or work–life balance challenges. - MindBeacon: MindBeacon offers digital therapy to help employees manage mental health concerns from the comfort of their home. Offerings include a self-guided cognitive behavioral therapy program, text-based therapy with a counsellor, and one-on-one live therapy. Be kind to your mind. Can you recognize what stress and anxiety look like? It’s important to take steps to build resilience and know where to go for help. For more information on how we support our team members, visit https://lnkd.in/g4eXijiK. #ReliableControls #MentalHealth #StressAwarenessMonth

Reliable Controls regional sales manager Gary Bauer will be at the Florida Buildings Engineering and Facility Maintenance Show on April 17 in Tampa. Do you work in plant and facility engineering, plant management, building engineering, or facility maintenance in West, Central, or South Florida? This is the show for you! Stop by booth 502 to chat with Gary about how we can help you better manage your buildings. What: Florida Buildings Engineering & Facility Maintenance Show When: April 17, 2024 Where: Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa, Florida Registration: https://lnkd.in/gfqC8ckj #ReliableControls #GreenTech

🌟 A heartfelt thank you goes out to Reliable Controls, our newest bronze sponsor for ASHRAE Region X CRC 2024! 🌟 Your commitment to our event speaks volumes, and we're incredibly grateful for your support. Together, let's shine a light on innovation and excellence in the HVAC&R industry. 🚀 #ASHRAE #CRC2024 #HVACR #Gratitude #ReliableControls #myashrae #ashraecenaz

The Washington State Society for Healthcare Engineering (WSSHE) is presenting its Spring Symposium in Chelan, Washington, April 17–18, and we'll be there! The theme for 2024 is "Back to the Future—Fast Forward: Your Tools 2040." Join Reliable Controls regional sales manager Ben Seitz and Randy Polajzar, owner of Building Intellect, to discuss the future of health care security and how we can help you protect the safety and well-being of patients, staff, and assets. What: Washington State Society for Healthcare Engineering Spring Symposium When: April 17–18, 2024 Where: Campbell's Resort, Chelan, Washington Registration: wsshe.org/spring-symposium #ReliableControls #GreenTech