Welcome to Jm|F Technical

Why is Jm|F the right firm for you?

Jm|F Technical is one of Toronto’s leading full-service, bilingual (English/French) specifications writing firms. Founded in 2012, our company has established itself as a cutting-edge innovator in the industry, dedicated to high-performance, ecologically and socially responsible construction. With more than 300 projects under our belt, our track record in construction specification writing speaks for itself. We are proud to be a trusted partner of some of the world's largest architects, interior designers, and government agencies. At Jm|F Technical, we put our clients first. We safeguard your designs by including clear, attainable, and enforceable requirements in project specifications.

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About us

Technically sound specifications

Success begins with a firm grasp of construction techniques and procedures. Jm|F Technical prides itself on the exceptionally high calibre of its team, led by our technical director, Juste Fanou. Juste is a Building Science Specialist, BCIN, a WELL AP, is CSA Z317.13- certified, and holds a plethora of other credentials. Continuous education and professional development represent a core tenet of our company; this means our people always have a finger on the pulse of industry changes, ensuring your specs remain current.

Familiar with all the "formats"

We are not constrained by "formats". Do you want to work with the CSI/CSC MasterFormat? Sure, we can do it. Uniformat? Not a problem! NMS? We have got you covered! What about the NBS (CAWS/Uniclass)? Yes, once again! Do you have your own set of masters? We are happy to use and enrich them! We will work with you in the format that you are most comfortable with because we are confident in our technical expertise.

Masters in English and French

As a proudly Canadian firm, we have developed the ability to work in either of the country's official languages (French or English). Pairing our talent in writing and translation with cutting-edge technology, we ensure your design intent is respected and conveyed no matter the language.

Quality control every step of the way

We take pride in our processes and the way we do business. Rather than simply drafting specifications, we rely on the data extracted from these documents to provide insight into projects for stakeholders. Our techniques are well-established and tested and have boosted client satisfaction.

We will get your projects off to a green and healthy start.

We're environmentally and socially responsible specifications writers. We work with a set of "green" master specifications that provide best-in-class solutions in terms of human and environmental health. We prioritize products with Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), Health Product Declarations (HPDs), Low-VOC/Low-Emissions certifications, and low-embodied carbon. By doing this, we contribute to industry transparency and the transition to a net-zero future, all while ensuring that your projects' sustainability targets are met.

Services

We place technology at the heart of our business operations. Through the use of a range of software solutions, from macro scripts to product databases and artificial intelligence, we have established a reputation in the industry as an agile and trustworthy firm capable of taking on large projects while remaining cost-competitive. We have well-defined workflows supported by checklists, automation, and other technology to ensure that our clients receive high-quality service at each stage of the project delivery process. Our services include, but are not limited to:

Outline Specifications

Get your projects off to a good start and eliminate any potential for error or mishap. We work with you from the beginning to ensure that your project's requirements are well-defined and accurately costed.

Project Specifications

Prevent problems and costly delays with great construction specifications. Let's work together to ensure that your construction documents are clear, concise, and compliant with relevant codes and standards.

Output Specifications (P3)

We have the experience and know-how to develop specifications for P3 projects. Whether we're on the compliance team or the project delivery team, our priority is to make sure the specifications aid in achieving the Owner's vision.

Office Master Specifications

Our team of experts can develop specifications tailored to your project typologies, or office practices, that will provide you with the guidance you need to deliver quality projects on time and on budget.

Manufacturer Guide Specifications

Looking to get a competitive edge? We can develop manufacturer guide specifications for your products that will set you apart and help you win more bids.

Technical Translation

Our team is bilingual and can develop specifications in both French and English. This way, you can be sure that your project's requirements are well-defined no matter what language they're written in.

Let us help you deliver better specs

Introducing Spec Narratives™

The outline specification is one of the most critical documents in any project. It establishes the project's fundamental expectations and can serve as a basis for evaluating subsequent decisions. Unfortunately, it is frequently overlooked or rushed. Our forward-thinking, innovative approach to specifications, has earned us a reputation as a company that is keen to share its tools with the broader industry to inspire progress and transform the sector. Our most recent innovation is our complimentary outline specifications tool, an easy-to-use app that allows architects and designers to quickly create outline specifications with just a few simple clicks. Use the link below to try the tool for yourself!

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A thriving client base that speaks for itself

Jm|F Technical is proud to work with a diverse range of fantastic clients, both large and small, in Canada and beyond. Over the past 10 years, projects have spanned from large, complex healthcare projects to small office renovations. We are incredibly grateful for the continued trust these companies place in us.

A few projects we are really proud of

Here are some projects we have had the pleasure to collaborate on.

What people say

We contracted JMF services earlier this year for both CAD details for new literature and for translation services to our existing guide specs. We were very pleased with the level of service we received and the product delivered. Not only did JMF deliver but also went above the call of duty to update formatting errors. We will be contracting JMF Services for future work and recommend to others the same.

Iain Stuart,

Canadian Specifications Manager

We had the great pleasure to work with Mr. Juste Fanou, Owner of Jm|F Technical Documentation Solutions Inc. The task was to translate several technical and marketing documents in French from English. We are a manufacturer of Architectural products hence immersed in technical language. Mr. Fanou’s fluency in French, English and his architectural technical knowledge is the perfect mix of skills for us.

Luc Aube,

Executive V.P, ASI Group Canada Inc.

We have used Jm│F Services on several occasions for technical language translations. We have tried several companies in the past and they just couldn’t seem to get it right. When we found out Juste offers this service, we decided to try him out and I am glad we did. His work has been very accurate, making our technical literature translations easily understood in both French and English. Juste has been attentive, has fair pricing and he understands “the language” used by the architectural and construction communities. I would not hesitate to recommend Jm│F Services to anyone who needs technical translations done.

Anonymous

Commercial Market Rep.

Communicating your vision

We partner with design-oriented professionals who appreciate the importance of specifications to support, protect and enforce their project objectives. From initial outline specifications to final bid-ready documentation, we work hand-in-hand with architects and their subconsultants over the project lifecycle to ensure project manuals are complete, accurate, and coordinated.