Weird Wednesday: Smelly Visitors A Thing Of The Past!
Another group besides tourists will appreciate the new climate controlled Capitol Visitor Center in Washington, DC.
New Data Center Users Group Report Reflects Challenges Ahead
According to Emerson’s fall 2008 Data Center Users' Group member survey, managing a dynamic data center and critical infrastructure continues to be a challenge requiring organizational collaboration and systems integration. Energy efficiency, power densities, and availability were all cited as tough issues that data center managers will continue to face.
Poor Richard: USGBC – LEED Gambling?
Poor Richard asks, "With the recent introduction of LEED 2009 and with major revisions to LEED EB (now EB-OM) and serious structural changes to the LEED Accredited Professional requirements—one must wonder if USGBC is killing the goose that lays their golden eggs."
IALD and DOE Work Together to Improve Lighting Energy Efficiency
The Memo of Understanding emphasizes the importance of minimizing the impact of energy use on the environment in support of DOE SSL programs on lighting quality.
AHRI Selects New Chairman Of The Board
The new association head, Keith Coursin, has been an active member of AHRI for more than 10 years.
Remembering An Elementary School Fire 50 Years Later
This Chicago fire prompted the enhancements of many fire-related building requirements.
Green Cleaning Program Expands LEED Focus
UGL Unicco has extended its cleaning services initiative to encompass a number of categories in the U.S. Green Building Council rating system.
Creston Eagles Donates Home Theater
Dedication ceremony officially opens new home theater at Walter Reed Army Medical Hospital for Warriors in Transition.
FM Issue: Improved IQ On IAQ
This often cloudy issue can be tackled with a comprehensive approach, and a soon to be released guide may help.
The Facility Technologist: Reaching Into The Tech Toolbox
Facility managers can control costs by optimizing items already in place, along with adding other money saving options.
Services & Maintenance: Preventing Damage With Proactive Measures
A leak doesn't need to be the first sign of roof trouble.
Professional Development: Human Resource Management
Guest Contributor Tony Rankin asks, when facility managers are faced with personnel issues, how should they respond?
FM Frequency: Sustaining Optimism
TFM Columnist Jeff Crane says the best days are ahead
Wireless Trends: Being Heard From Inside And Out
Digital Antenna Systems (DAS) are helping facility managers improve cellular signals and wireless connectivity in their buildings.
LINC Network Named One Of Top 200 Franchise Systems
Preventative maintenance contractor group moves up rankings in 2008.
WEIRD WEDNESDAY: Restrooms Back In Times Square For The Holidays
For the third year, Charmin has placed 20 deluxe stalls in the heart of this tourist area to make it a little easier for New Yorkers and visitors alike.
Is PPE Compliance A Challenge In Your Facility?
In a recent survey conducted by Kimberly-Clark Professional, 89% of safety professionals polled have observed workers failing to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when they should have been.
Modern Day Piracy Solutions
During the past year, nearly 100 ships have been attacked, resulting in nearly 50 hijackings and costing businesses millions in additional costs associated with altering shipping routes, lost revenue, and ransom payments.
California LED Company Marks A Milestone
LEDtronics marks its 25th anniversary of the company's founding, thanks customers and employees for their contributions over last quarter century.
Reuse Of Existing Structure In Line With Retailer's Environmental Goals
Set in downtown Austin, TX, Patagonia's newest store is sited in a historic building that originated as the W.B. Smith dry goods store in 1884.