Anne Cosgrove
Cosgrove has been writing about facility management since 1996 when she began working at Today's Facility Manager (TFM) as the magazine's Editorial Assistant. From 2000 to 2005, she continued to work in publishing in another subject field until rejoining TFM's editorial team as Managing Editor in February 2005. In September 2012, she was promoted to Editor in Chief of TFM (now Facility Executive), where she continues to cover solutions and trends for the magazine's facility management audience.
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Leading In Crisis
The pivotal point in a crisis is making the decision about how to deal with the event. Without recognizing the four traps of decision making, it is easy to make the wrong decision.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Stand-Up Desk Kit from Stand-Up Desk Shop
Office occupants can work more comfortably with this adjustable desktop addition.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Landfill-Free Verification from NSF Sustainability
A partnership between NSF and Sustainable Waste Solutions helps facilities divert waste from landfills, ensuring the waste is reused, recycled, or processed as waste to energy.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Clorox Urine Remover from Clorox Professional
This cleaning agent is intended to remove odors from porous surfaces, such as grout and concrete, while also effective on soft surfaces.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Flood Control Integrated System from Zurn Industries
A bundling of three separate components, the FCIS detects and shuts down discharging backflow preventers installed in mechanical rooms or other indoor spaces.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Healthcare Support Services by ABM
Through this broad offering, the company will work with healthcare facilities clients to define and achieve performance based improvements.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Panoptix Continuous Commissioning from Johnson Controls
An alternative to retro commissioning, a continuous approach using two apps available through Panoptix enables facility managers to keep a close eye on building systems.
LEED Case Study: To Sustain And Support
At Seattle University, another LEED Gold facility boosts the campus green quotient. From the October 2013 issue.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: PowerSmart by E-Mon
Comprised of power quality/energy monitors and revenue grade power quality socket meters, the line provides granularity of energy data combined with power quality analysis.
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Potential Impact Of Solar Flares
The sun is currently at the peak of its 11 year solar cycle, making 2013 and early 2014 a period of high solar flare activity.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: M•Dura Heavy-Duty Manual Flush Valves by Moen
The brass construction valves aim to address common issues associated with flush valve designs—reliability, maintenance and repairs, and water conservation.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: GHS Hazard Communication Training from Grainger
This online training course helps companies train their employees to meet OSHA’s December 1 training requirement deadline regarding the Globally Harmonized System standard.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Foundation Rooftop Units from Trane
These redesigned rooftop HVAC units feature a dual footprint that means they can directly replace up to two-thirds of existing units without requiring adapter curbs.
In CA, New Water Quality Regulations For Industrial Facilities
Recently proposed permitting requirements for storm water discharges in California are expected to be implemented in January 2015, and it may set the trend for water quality regulation nationwide.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: HydroBond from Carlisle Syntec
This water based adhesive meets the requirements of South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 1168 and the OTC Model Rule for Single-Ply Roofing Adhesives.
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Planning Holiday Décor
Once the timeline and budget have been worked out, it is time to think about the theme.
Hotel Case Study: At Your Service
On the banks of Fox River in Oshkosh, WI, a new Best Western Premier delivers business and pleasure. From the September 2013 issue.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: I-Line Combo Panelboard from Schneider Electric
This recent release is designed to save time and space by combining an I-Line power distribution section and NQ or NF lighting sections into one panelboard.
Norovirus In The News
Facility managers and their staff play an important role in mitigating the impact of this illness. According to the CDC, norovirus is most prevalent November through April.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: createchange by Hubbell Lighting
This two-pronged lighting retrofit program aims to assist commercial facilities to reduce electricity costs, enhance quality of light, and lower financial risk.
Worried About Workforce Shortages? Effective Strategies To Stay Ahead
During this free webinar, you'll learn the top 5 strategies that facility maintenance pros are implementing to overcome workforce shortages.
View This Free Video Webinar: Maximizing Value For Facility Master Planning
A panel of Facility Management leaders discuss long-term planning challenges and answer questions about maximizing the value of conducting a Facility Condition Assessments (FCA).
[VIDEO] Collect Asset Data at the Speed of Walking a Building
AI powered data collection with AkitaBox Capture. Take a picture of the asset nameplate, touch the floor plan to locate the asset and move to the next asset. Save up to 90% of your time in the field with AkitaBox Capture AI.