For building owners, facilities managers, and property managers in Sydney, ensuring commercial air conditioning systems operate efficiently is more than just keeping tenants comfortable—it’s a critical part of property management. From office towers to retail centres, hospitals to apartment complexes, the performance of commercial air conditioning systems directly impacts tenant satisfaction, energy efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

This guide explains how to review commercial air conditioning quotes, evaluate HVAC service and maintenance fees, consider AC maintenance tender requirements, fire inspection quotes, and ensure compliance with relevant Australian Standards and NSW WHS legislation, all while avoiding common pitfalls.

AS 1851 is a critical part of maintaining safe, compliant commercial buildings and protecting occupants, tenants, and assets. With the standard becoming mandatory in NSW from February 2026, commercial property owners and managers must ensure fire safety systems are maintained, tested, and documented in line with AS 1851. Understanding system requirements, maintenance intervals, and compliance responsibilities helps reduce legal, operational, and financial risk.

Australian Standards committee ME-062* Ventilation and Air Conditioning recently released a new ruling regarding AS1682.1:2015 Fire, smoke, and air dampers. The ruling relates to the standard's Part 1 specification and clarifies actuator temperature rating requirements. The Ruling on Fire, Smoke and Air Dampers The ruling, as issued by ME-062, states that “there is no need for spring return actuators utilised for smoke dampers and air dampers in smoke exhaust systems to be ra

Together we can improve your building’s environmental performance by reducing the energy consumption of your HVAC System. And there are...

Under reforms to Fire Safety regulations, the NSW Government is making the fire safety standard AS1851-2012 - Routine service of fire...

Beaver Williams is excited to be presenting our services to the Hotel and Accommodation Industry at the No Vacancy Expo in Sydney this week. No Vacancy Expo takes place at the Sydney International Convention Centre on Thursday 31st August and Friday 1st September 2023. Beaver Williams has extensive experience working with various clients in this industry including the Intercontinental, Vibe Hotel, Quest Apartments, APX Apartments, Accor, Hyatt, Medina Serviced Apartments, A

Local refrigeration apprentice Nash Martin is one of Australia’s top 20 under 25. Local refrigeration apprentice Nash Martin has been...

Whether you are opening a new facility or undertaking a tenancy refit, the selection of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is a critical decision. The choice of system and design has a major effect on the comfort, safety, productivity of occupants, and the long-term energy efficiency controlling operating costs. At Beaver Williams, we are available to guide you in the key considerations required when installing a commercial air conditioning system. C

Beaver Williams provides testing and certification for all fire safety measures required for a building’s annual fire safety statement...

Up to 50% of a commercial building’s energy use is consumed by the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System. Improving...

The purpose of preventative maintenance is to keep your HVAC system up and running all season long with no surprise breakdowns while...