<p>In this episode of the Commercial Kitchen Chronicles podcast, Pat Finley and Rich Ortega sit down with Matt Golden and Megan McIntosh from Mechanical Environments to talk about one of the most specialized corners of the mechanical industry — HVAC systems for cannabis cultivation facilities.</p><p>Grow operations are a completely different animal when it comes to mechanical systems. Temperature, humidity, airflow, and environmental stability are not just about comfort. They directly impact plant health, yield, and profitability. One wrong variable can cost a grower serious money.</p><p>Matt and Megan walk us through what it takes to design, install, and service HVAC systems in controlled environment agriculture. From dehumidification strategies and airflow management to the challenges of scaling mechanical solutions for cannabis facilities, this conversation dives deep into a niche that is rapidly growing across the HVAC and mechanical contracting world.</p><p>Megan also shares her journey in the trades after being named Lady of the Trades at the HVAC Tactical Awards, and what it takes to earn credibility in a highly technical and demanding sector of the industry.</p><p>This episode is packed with real-world insights for HVAC technicians, mechanical contractors, and anyone interested in specialized HVAC design, controlled environment agriculture, and building a niche in the trades.</p><p>And a big thank you to Viper from Refrigeration Technologies for supporting the show. Whether you&#39;re maintaining commercial kitchen equipment, servicing refrigeration systems, or working in precision climate environments, Viper products are built for technicians who demand reliability. From Nylog sealants to coil cleaners and system maintenance products, they help keep systems operating the way they should in the field.</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://www.refrigtech.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.refrigtech.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p>If you&#39;re looking to level up your HVAC knowledge, understand the business of specialized mechanical contracting, or explore how controlled environment systems are shaping the future of the trade, this is an episode you don&#39;t want to miss.</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://mechanicalenvironments.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://mechanicalenvironments.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://linktr.ee/mechanicalenvironments?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=1094bdd6-5840-4b62-a509-b416beb05d92" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://linktr.ee/mechanicalenvironments?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&amp;ltsid=1094bdd6-5840-4b62-a509-b416beb05d92</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://commercialkitchenchronicles.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://commercialkitchenchronicles.com/</a></p><p><br></p>