The biggest shift in today’s environment is convergence. Building systems are no longer independent decisions. HVAC impacts compliance. Energy impacts operating budgets. Plumbing impacts health risk. Automation impacts uptime and cybersecurity. What has changed is not just the technology. It is the level of consequence. A decision in one system now creates ripple effects across […]
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Recap of the DRMA Happy Hour at Mechanical Services & Design On March 12, Mechanical Services & Design (MSD) had the pleasure of hosting the Dayton Region Manufacturers Association (DRMA) Happy Hour, welcoming members of the regional manufacturing community to our facility for an evening of networking, conversation, and collaboration. DRMA has served as the
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The 2026 Polar Plunge wrapped up this past weekend! The water was cold, but the weather was pretty mid, definitely better than 20 degrees and much warmer than past years. We were so glad to have a team participate again this year, and next year it better be even bigger! If there are any organizations
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Last week, the MSD, Inc. team had the privilege of attending the PHCC Ohio Conference, and we are still soaking in what a meaningful event it was for both our industry and our team. If you are unfamiliar with PHCC (Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association), it is a membership organization of active plumbing, heating, and cooling contractors
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After weeks of bitter cold and unpredictable Ohio weather, we were finally given the kind of day every field crew hopes for. Sunshine. Temperatures in the upper 40s. For Midwesterners, it felt like false spring had officially arrived. And it arrived at exactly the right time. This project had been in motion for weeks. Planning,
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Another unforgettable Fire & Ice season has officially wrapped up along the riverbanks at Moerlein Lager House, and Mechanical Services and Design was thrilled to be part of it! Over the past couple of weeks, this iconic Cincinnati event brought together great food, incredible drinks, and even better people—despite the chilly theme, the energy stayed
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At Mechanical Services & Design (MSD), we do more than install systems. We protect people, property, and operations. Right now, we have an urgent opening for a Fire & Security Technician, and it is imperative we fill this role as soon as possible. If you are a skilled technician who takes pride in quality work,
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As we step into a new year, we are taking a moment to reflect on what drives us and what will continue to guide us into the future. At MSD Inc., our foundation has always been built on strong Core Values and a clear purpose. While our Core Values remain unchanged and continue to define
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Our team recently completed a challenging Special Projects assignment at The Cincinnati Waldorf School in Mariemont, Ohio, where our team replaced a long-inoperable steam boiler in a historic school building originally constructed in 1925. This project required detailed planning, creative problem-solving, and close teamwork to successfully restore heat to the facility. Managed by Patrick Blankenship,
The building automation industry is entering a period of planned transition as LonWorks (LON) technology moves toward the end of its manufacturing lifecycle. While many LON-based systems continue to operate reliably today, recent announcements across the industry signal that now is the right time for building owners and facility managers to begin planning for the future. At Mechanical Services
Wright-Patt Air Force Base sought contractors to renovate and add onto the Sensors Lab. The HVAC portion of the project was over $13 million.
The chilled water system at a high-security building on the Air Force Base was undersized and unable to keep up with demand. The facility could not operate without chilled water due to the amount of information servers in the building, and the general nature of the building itself. The entire upgrade project would need to be completed with minimal shut down time at the building. HVAC portion of this project was over $3 million.
LJB, Inc. was renovating their Miamisburg, OH office and wanted to incorporate energy-saving upgrades.
