Data Center Optimization
A mandate to federal data centers in the U.S. poses requirements useful to facility operators in all sectors.
Restrooms Fixtures And Water Savings
Evaluate these items periodically to ensure conservation features are operating as expected.
Beyond The Task Of Illumination
There are strategies for facilities to implement office lighting for circadian health and well-being.
Task Tuning In Commercial Buildings: A Field Study
This lighting controls strategy is used to reduce energy use while maintaining occupant comfort.
Choose Flooring Wisely
Specific facility conditions dictate proper commercial flooring selection.
Beyond Energy Savings: Disruptive Technologies In Lighting
Disruptive lighting control technologies including LEDs, evolving software, and wireless protocols offer additional advantages beyond energy savings.
Simplify With Networked Lighting Controls
While this lighting technology seems to add complexity, its features help to streamline facility operations.
Investigating Moisture Intrusion In Roofs
Systematic, preventive roofing maintenance helps to identify and address any chinks in the building envelope armor.
Integrated Ceiling Systems
Streamline an interiors project by exploring this option that merges multiple building systems.
Space Heating In High Bay Facilities
The U.S. Department of Energy recently tested HTHV technology—High Temperature Heating & Ventilation—compared to traditional unit heaters.
Retailer Tackles Energy Retrofit With PACE Financing Tool
Florida-based BrandSmart USA carried out a $2 million+ energy retrofit by employing the Property Assessed Clean Energy finance tool. Facility management service firm ABM managed the project for the retailer.
Green Building Programs: Toward High Performance Facilities
In assessing sustainability goals for 2017, an overview of five green building programs provides recent updates.
Can Security Technology Replace Guard Force?
Facility executives can work toward an effective balance for site security using these six steps.
Roofing Maintenance, Dollars And Sense
A well-defined proactive roofing maintenance plan delivers value by maximizing roof performance and service life.
Lighting Maintenance: LED Lighting Retrofits
While the benefits are increasingly clear, facilities should note these four tips to avoid LED lighting failure.
FM Issue Bonus: Powering The Evolving Facility
Delivering an infrastructure to meet operational needs calls for a holistic approach and attention to technology trends.
Cyber Security For Buildings
Building automation systems are one avenue for a cyber attack. A recent survey examines perceived roles.
Equipment Leasing And FASB Changes
In early 2016, a long anticipated lease accounting standard revision was approved.
Healthcare Waiting Room Design
Whether in a hospital, medical office building, or urgent care center, healthcare waiting rooms aim to provide comfort and convenience.
Key Survey Findings: Campus Facility Management
Results indicate high customer satisfaction and proper staffing levels are high on the list of campus facility management priorities.