In Los Angeles, “Built By Women” Exhibit Showcases 56 Projects
The Beverly Willis Architecture Foundation is recognizing women-led architecture, landscape, engineering, and construction projects from around the region.
STARC Systems To Provide Critical Isolation Rooms
To protect patients and healthcare workers from COVID-19, "essential" manufacturer STARC Systems is increasing production of instant isolation rooms.
Waterless No-Flush Urinals
No-Flush Urinals are based on the zero-water concept designed to provide a low-maintenance, affordable system that is efficient and sanitary. They help users maintain a germ-free, odor-free restroom environment.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: “Nobody Saw This Coming”
At his coronavirus briefings, President Trump marvels at the global reach of the pandemic and then adds: “Nobody saw this coming.” Actually, a lot of people did.
EPA Honors 2020 ENERGY STAR® Award Winners
This year's ENERGY STAR Award Winners have demonstrated national leadership in cost-saving energy efficient solutions.
Duro-Last Retools To Manufacture Medical PPE
The roofing membrane manufacturer's engineers, product development and manufacturing staff have utilized their expertise in manufacturing flexible PVC and fabrics to help in the fight against COVID-19.
7 Keys to Successful Virtual Meetings
With the world deep in the throes of a global pandemic, many leaders are allowing at least a portion of their teams to work from home. But virtual leadership is a skill set most have not yet had the opportunity to study or to hone, and just ‘winging it’ could be disastrous.
Schneider Electric Module Detects CO2 Levels
The Carbon Dioxide sensor module for SE8000 Series Room Controllers helps facility managers make changes to air quality to improve occupant comfort and create opportunities for energy savings.
Empire State Building Lights Up The Night
Starting March 29 and through April 2, Empire State Realty Trust and iHeart Media are partnered to beam a light show synced to the modern era anthem of NYC, Alicia Keys' Empire State of Mind.
Johnson Controls Helps Support Critical Infrastructure During Crisis
The company first responded to the developing crisis in Wuhan, China where its local personnel worked to fulfill the urgent need for new hospitals.
Survey Shows Dire PPE, Hand Sanitizer Shortages Across U.S.
Lack of N-95s, masks, face shields threaten workers in healthcare facilities in every state, in every size facility. Only 12% have received supplies from the Strategic National Stockpile.
IFMA Conducting Global Work-From-Home Survey
The Work-from-Home Experience Survey will help identify the global impact of COVID-19 on how and where people are working.
Sustainable Fabrics Designer, Duvaltex, Merges Brands
Duvaltex merges True, Victor, and Teknit brands under Duvaltex brand.
Businesses Bracing For Major Disruptions From COVID-19
Approximately 79% of organizations reported already experiencing negative impact of COVID-19, according to a S&P Global Market Intelligence survey.
In Michigan, STI Deemed Essential Supplier And Remains Open
Earlier this week, Safety Technology International, Inc. received notice the company is considered an essential supplier for safety and access control products.
Protecting Your Empty Facility
With many once bustling facilities now seeing no or limited visitors, review security management procedures.
OMG Roofing App for Mobile Devices
OMG Roofing Products introduced a new mobile app that puts virtually all company product and technical information at a user’s fingertips.
Avocado Green Mattress Repurposes Factory To Make Face Masks
Organic mattress maker refocuses part of the cut and sew department at its Los Angeles factory to produce face masks in light of COVID-19 mask shortage.
AkitaBox Helps Healthcare Institutions Battle COVID-19 Crisis
AkitaBox's facility and infrastructure management platform will help healthcare providers identify units within their facilities which could be converted to COVID-19 units.
Commercial Asset Preservation Expands Services
The nationwide provider of MRO services has announced increased capacity for closed/dark property oversight and maintenance.
VuWall2 Visualization Tool Offered As Free Software Download
VuWall has responded to the COVID-19 pandemic by offering a free visualization tool to help coordinators on the front lines.
Cadiant Dynamic Lighting Experience
The Cadiant Dynamic Lighting Experience from Cree Lightig is a daylighting solution that recreates the sensation of natural sunlight and a blue sky in interior spaces.
5 Ways To Support Your Staff During COVID-19
As your employees adapt to changing circumstances, here are several ways to provide them support and keep operations going.
ZOLL To Increase Ventilator Production To 10,000 Per Month
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, ZOLL Medical Corporation will increase production of ventilators 25-fold over recent production volumes.
How Is Your Company Helping During The COVID-19 Crisis?
If your company is going above and beyond to help its employees and/or the community at large during the COVID-19 crisis, let us know.
Award Winning Tech & Service Duo Deliver On Operational Excellence
Carbon Lighthouse engineers and CLUES® together have unlocked more than $150M in energy savings for customers while eliminating over 243,000 tons of carbon.
Belimo Retrofit App for HVAC Replacement
The Belimo Americas Retrofit App is a global application tool that offers a full range of air, water, and sensor products, providing users with fast HVAC replacement solutions.
ASIS International, Security Industry Association Form New Partnership
Security associations join forces to deliver increased services to global security leaders as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic crisis.
Embassy Suites Joins A-State Campus
The Embassy Suites by Hilton Jonesboro Red Wolf Convention Center joins Arkansas State University’s campus.
Are There Holes in Your Electrical Fire Prevention Strategy? Try A Connected Approach.
A centralized system for monitoring and proactive action improves the protection of electrical equipment and the circuits at all levels of a facility’s electrical installation.
PlateSmart Improves Film Industry’s Vehicle Perimeter Security
PlateSmart Technologies has deployed its ever vehicle recognition solutions to new customers and markets, including the motion picture industry.
How Healthcare Facilities Can Prepare For COVID-19
The director of healthcare design at Chicago firm Skender shares advice based on her experience during the Ebola outbreak in 2014.
Did You Miss Our “A K9 Nose Best For Facility Security” Webinar?
This free video webinar explores the benefits, options, and costs of using an explosives/munitions-detection K9 Team for added security in public venues.
Facility Executive Announces 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards
In this annual survey from Facility Executive magazine, readers cast their votes for product and service suppliers preferred during 2019.
LifeSafety Redesigns Power Supply
The original flagship FlexPower® power supply line has received a comprehensive design update with enhanced features and capabilities.
Hand Dryers And The Coronavirus
Some news outlets have reported on matters surrounding hand dryer efficacy, but CDC, WHO, and scientists from Johns Hopkins University have reported hand dryers do not spread the coronavirus.
Most Employees Are Working From Home Due To COVID-19
In an attempt to balance employee needs with financial realities, organizations are employing a variety of approaches to time-off policies in response to COVID-19.
Marine Grade Tubular Mortise Locks
Codelocks announced the U.S. launch of two Marine Grade Tubular Mortise Locks—the CL510 and CL515—specially enhanced to withstand outdoor and maritime environments.
COVID-19: HVACR Organizations Promote Essential Status
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, the HVACR industry has requested "essential business" status for its technicians and engineers.
BOMI International Opens Applications For J. Bradley Kennedy Scholarship
Applicants should be currently entering, pursuing, or engaged in a career in the property or facility management industries. Deadline is April 8, 2020.
