Quiet Mark Launches In U.S. To Combat Noise Pollution
Proprietary testing program from the Noise Abatement Society offers support for nation’s health and well-being by helping to find the quietest solutions in over 50 product categories.
OSHA To Kick Off Safe + Sound Week
Over 200 organizations and businesses will partner with OSHA to promote the importance of workplace safety and health programs August 13-19.
IWBI Launches Global Network Of Concept Advisories
Experts from around the world will share their insights on the impact of 10 WELL concepts on human health.
IFMA Foundation Welcomes New Executive Director
Diane Coles Levine, a driver of workplace strategy within the facility management community for more than 25 years, has taken this role beginning July 2, 2018.
IFMA 2018-19 Executive Committee, Board Of Directors
The International Facility Management Association has announced member-elected executive committee and new appointees of its global board of directors for the 2018-19 fiscal year.
2018 Green Lease Leaders Recognized
Now in its fifth year, the Green Lease Leaders program administered by IMT and DOE increases visibility for real estate leaders who are implementing high-performance or energy-aligned leases.
ASHRAE Introduces 2018-2019 President, Officers, Directors
ASHRAE’s 2018-2019 president, Shelia J. Hayter, P.E., announced her term’s theme will be “Building Our New Energy Future.”
Protect Outdoor Workers From Heat Illness
As temperatures rise throughout California, Cal/OSHA is reminding employers to protect outdoor workers from heat illness and encourage them to take cool-down breaks in the shade.
UL, Center For Active Safety Design Form Partnership
Initial focus is to expand the Center's Fitwel Certification System in China, while providing facility and building professionals more access to products that foster healthy buildings.
What Issues Are Impacting Real Estate In 2018-19?
The Counselors of Real Estate released its annual Top Ten Issues Affecting Real Estate List, focusing on the current and long-term impact of each.
Five Trends In Healthcare Affecting Facility Management
JLL Healthcare Solutions offers insights on how hospitals and health systems can stay ahead of these five disruptors shaping the healthcare industry.
How To Make Buildings Truly Smart—And Keep Them From Losing Their Minds
We hear so much about intelligent buildings, you’d think they were everywhere. But when you look at the data, it seems that most buildings are as dull-witted as ever.
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC Formed, Providing Ductless And VRF
The joint venture of Ingersoll Rand and Mitsubishi Electric now provides ductless and VRF systems in the U.S. and select countries in Latin America.
Hurricane Season Disaster, Recovery Tips For Data Centers
Early forecasts from storm prediction analysts indicate 2018 will be above average for hurricane season. Here’s how to protect data centers from significant downtime.
Facility Managers, It’s Your Week!
IFMA is rolling out a week-long celebration of facility management in honor of World FM Day May 16.
CARE Names 2017 Person, Recycler of the Year
Mike Tinney and CarpetCycle accepted their awards at the Carpet America Recovery Effort's 16th annual conference in Orlando, FL.
Top 10 Causes Of Serious Workplace Injuries Ranked By Cost
Workplaces are getting safer, but the cost of the most serious workplace injuries is rising, costing U.S. companies over $1 billion per week, according to the 2018 Liberty Mutual Workplace Safety Index.
Green Schools Efforts Recognized At Conference
The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council, in collaboration with the Green Schools National Network (GSNN), announced recipients of the 2018 Best of Green Schools Awards in Denver this week.
General Motors And L’Oréal USA SWAP Energy Advice
The U.S. DOE has released the fourth installment of its Better Buildings Challenge SWAP program, with this edition sharing insight into two industrial facilities.
IFMA, RICS Release First Edition Of Strategic FM Framework
Released this week at a joint event in Dubai, the document sets out a holistic approach to FM by providing strategic best practice for managers and practitioners around the world.
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).
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