The HVAC Factor: Preventing Equipment Failure
A predictive maintenance program continuously monitors HVAC systems with the goal of avoiding costly breakdowns.
Renewable Energy: Solid Oxide Fuel Cells
This type of fuel cell has been found to be well suited to facility applications, and one California company has introduced a version that may expand the technology's market share.
Tricks Of The Trade: The Drawbacks Of “Free”
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge explains how "free" usually isn't such a bargain in the end.
Tricks Of The Trade: Energy Management For Churches
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge gives advice on finding energy management solutions for multi-purpose facilities
Professional Development: Commissioning No Longer Optional
Guest Columnist Paul Liesman provides the first part of a two part series on building commissioning.
The Facility Technologist: Free Your Mind
Columnist Tom Condon discusses how cloud computing technology helps facilitate disaster recovery.
Tricks Of The Trade: Remote Monitoring
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge explains options for remote monitoring.
Renewable Energy: Solar Thermal
Hot water heating is the leading application for this technology in buildings, but space heating and cooling are also viable uses.
Professional Development: Facility Upgrade And Retrofitting Strategies
Guest Contributor Ramin R. Cherafat looks at how expandability, flexibility, and phasing support projects.
The Facility Technologist: Solving Facility Management Challenges
Columnist Tom Condon examines how video analytics can help professionals resolve some of their biggest issues.
Tricks Of The Trade: Putting A Sock In It!
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge reviews the pitfalls of D-I-Y dryer filtration techniques.
Tricks Of The Trade: Property Manager Or Facility Manager
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge walks professionals through the distinctions that define these two very different management functions.
Professional Development: Design Build Revisited
Guest Contributor Vince Duobinis explains why this old concept receives renewed interest.
The HVAC Factor: The Mounting Case For MCPs
Modular Central Plants (MCPs) could pay off in four markets that are poised for growth.
Renewable Energy: Biomass
Using wood chips and other plant materials as fuel can meet heating (and some cooling) needs in suitable facility scenarios.
The Facility Technologist: Command Centers In Facilities
Columnist Tom Condon explains how these high-tech spaces are becoming an essential part of today
Professional Development: Being “Chemically Careful” In The Restroom
Guest Contributor Roger McFadden illustrates how safety is critical in establishing a best in class operation.
Tricks Of The Trade: Who Is Responsible For Code Violations?
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge unravels the riddle of code violation accountability.
Professional Development: BIM Adds To Construction Projects
Guest Contributor William Zollinger explains how data rich and
The HVAC Factor: Water Treatment Services
Selecting a provider for cooling tower and related equipment operations should be based on the facility