FM (Facility Management) Issue

Whether hurricanes, wildfires, or earthquakes, threats from nature call for renewed look at emergency preparedness plans.


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Whether hurricanes, wildfires, or earthquakes, threats from nature call for renewed look at emergency preparedness plans.
08/3/2021
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FM Issue

Facility management related issues are often in the news. This monthly feature examines some of the more abstract, non-product concepts and challenges facility managers face in that regard.

    Latest: Natural Hazards And Buildings - Whether hurricanes, wildfires, or earthquakes, threats from nature call for renewed look at emergency preparedness plans.

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    FM Issue

    Natural Hazards And Buildings

    Whether hurricanes, wildfires, or earthquakes, threats from nature call for renewed look at emergency preparedness plans.
    auxiliary drains
    FM Issue

    Sprinkler Systems And Freezing Weather

    Proper maintenance and using available equipment can help facility management prevent flooding caused by frozen auxiliary drains.
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    FM Issue

    Sprinkler Systems And Maintenance

    Keeping up with regular inspections, testing and maintenance of sprinkler systems in buildings is vital to ensure proper operation.
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    Security

    A Look At Touchless Security Options

    Facility executives are looking at where and how to implement solutions for a touch-free security experience, and this includes mobile credentials.
    Parking Lots
    FM Issue

    Parking Lots And Tripping Hazards

    Without proper maintenance, wheel stops, manhole covers, and even asphalt pose threats to pedestrians.
    manufacturing facilities
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    Safety In Manufacturing Plants During COVID-19

    Effective cleaning and communication are crucial across manufacturing facilities, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only magnified the need.
    resilient buildings
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    Resilient Buildings As First Line Of Defense

    Assess risks and access resources to fortify your facilities to withstand threats and hazards.
    water management
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    Find The Opportunity In Your Building Water Systems

    Strike a balance between water safety and efficiency with a comprehensive water management program.
    electronic access control
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    Future Proof Access Control

    Electronic access control manufacturers are working overtime to create products that will continue to work in tomorrow’s advanced, high-security environment.
    Smoke Detectors
    FM Issue

    Advancements In Smoke Detectors

    The updated UL 268, Standard for Smoke Detectors for Fire Alarm Systems will be in effect June 2021.
    Leak Detection
    FM Issue

    Leak Detection: For Safety’s Sake

    Technology tools work to identify gas and water leakage before an event occurs.
    Energy-as-a-Service
    FM Issue

    Emerging Energy Services Opportunities

    Recent research on Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) indicates commercial and industrial customers can benefit.
    Legionnaires’ Disease
    FM Issue

    Water Systems And Legionella

    Incidence of Legionnaires’ Disease in buildings could be reduced by practices and policy, states recent report.
    Drain Cleaning
    FM Issue

    Tackling The Task Of Drain Cleaning

    Among the industrial drain cleaning tools, a recent development offers flexibility.
    office fit outs
    FM Issue

    Office Fit Outs And Connectivity

    Here are five ways to help reduce IT spend when setting up new office space. Plus, 10 trends shaping the digital workplace.
    ADA Compliance
    FM Issue

    ADA Compliance For Facilities

    Keep current with Americans with Disabilities Act developments to make better facilities decisions.
    waste management
    FM Issue

    Impact Occupant Behavior To Increase Recycling Rates

    Facilities teams are a key to encouraging and easing this waste management effort.
    false alarms
    FM Issue

    Fighting False Fire Alarms In Facilities

    More than just an annoyance, false alarms and nuisance alarms can pose dangers to building occupants.
    green building
    FM Issue

    Building Envelope Renovations To Enhance Sustainability

    Consider these green building strategies, inside and out, when planning facility upgrades.
    electrical system
    FM Issue

    Sooner Or Later: Electrical System Failures

    Invest in preventive maintenance, rather than a “run it till it fails” approach for electrical equipment.
    natural disasters
    FM Issue

    Reducing Disaster Risk

    Natural disasters can be sudden and unpredictable in the damage they inflict on facilities.
    operational excellence
    FM Issue

    Hidden Threats To Facility Operations

    Gaps in operational excellence are linked to hampered productivity, unnecessary repair costs, and retiring staff.
    Electronic sprinkler systems
    FM Issue

    Electronic Sprinkler Systems For Warehouse Facilities

    Electronic sprinkler systems provide enhanced fire protection to support business needs and future proof a facility for the needs of tomorrow.
    fire detection
    FM Issue

    Beyond Traditional Fire Detection

    Video fire detection employs surveillance cameras and software analytics to detect smoke and flames.
    access control system
    FM Issue

    Choosing An Access Control System

    Whether standalone or integrated with other equipment, this security function is on the frontline.
    building automation
    FM Issue

    When Building Controls Veer Off Course

    Here’s a look at why today’s building automation delivery process often yields inefficient results.
    plumbing systems
    FM Issue

    In Pursuit Of “Lead-Free” Plumbing Systems

    Finding potential sources of lead contamination in potable water systems calls for a multi-pronged approach.
    restroom cleaning
    Cleaning & Maintenance

    Restroom Management Meets The Modern Age

    Take note of several developments aimed at making commercial restroom cleaning more effective.
    access control
    Security

    Who Is In The Facility?

    Effective integration of access control and visitor management is one tool in tracking building occupants.
    Water Stewardship
    FM Issue

    International Water Stewardship Standard In Use

    This standard from the Alliance for Water Stewardship takes a holistic approach to water management.
    Emergency Preparedness
    Safety

    Developing Emergency Preparedness Plans

    For life safety, establish and practice procedures for facility management, occupants, and first responders.
    roofing maintenance
    FM Issue

    Investigating Moisture Intrusion In Roofs

    Systematic, preventive roofing maintenance helps to identify and address any chinks in the building envelope armor.
    metal walls
    Building Envelope & Exteriors

    Exterior Metal Walls: Moisture And Thermal Management

    Choosing ideal components for this type of building envelope depends on local climate and other factors.
    stormwater
    Building Envelope & Exteriors

    Stormwater Discharge: Avoid Enforcement Actions

    Constantly changing federal, state, and local rules governing stormwater discharges often increase both the complexity of compliance and cost of noncompliance.
    water conservation

    Water Conservation, In And Around Facilities

    Reducing consumption and improving quality of this natural resource calls for a holistic, if measured, approach.
    IoT Internet of Things
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    FM Issue: Power Protection For IoT Connection

    When depending on Internet of Things technology, assess facility power strategies to retain important data during an outage.
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    FM Issue Bonus: Powering The Evolving Facility

    Delivering an infrastructure to meet operational needs calls for a holistic approach and attention to technology trends.
    Fire And Life Safety Codes
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    Keeping Up With Fire And Life Safety Codes

    Facility leaders work to maintain compliance as fire and life safety codes change to reflect new technologies or lessons learned.
    data center management
    FM Issue

    Best Practices For Data Center Management

    Conditions have never been better for data center operators to reduce their power consumption and enjoy a healthier bottom line.
    Retrocommissioning HVAC
    FM Issue

    Retrocommissioning HVAC

    Deferred maintenance directly affects the physical condition of a facility which has a significant impact on the asset value.
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