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.
Healthier Indoor Air Through Operations & Maintenance
Industry sources discuss operations and maintenance practices that can support your journey toward healthier indoor air in your facility.
Energy Standards To Perform
The Buildings Performance Standards Coalition, which includes 33 state and local governments, advances legislation in support of emission reductions in both new and existing buildings.
Planning For Winter Storms
The Alamo Colleges District, serving the Greater San Antonio metro area, builds facility resiliency after 2021 winter storm and power grid failure.
Facility Safety Is A 360° Task
During 2021, the National Fire Protection Association (NPFA) marked its 125th year of protecting people and property.
Delivering Disaster-Resilient Buildings
Building commissioning helps secure standards that help protect facilities physically and financially.
Microgrids For Facility Power
Look to ESCOs when evaluating feasibility of this distributed energy resource for your site.
Natural Hazards And Buildings
Whether hurricanes, wildfires, or earthquakes, threats from nature call for renewed look at emergency preparedness plans.
Sprinkler Systems And Freezing Weather
Proper maintenance and using available equipment can help facility management prevent flooding caused by frozen auxiliary drains.
Sprinkler Systems And Maintenance
Keeping up with regular inspections, testing and maintenance of sprinkler systems in buildings is vital to ensure proper operation.
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 And Tripping Hazards
Without proper maintenance, wheel stops, manhole covers, and even asphalt pose threats to pedestrians.
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 As First Line Of Defense
Assess risks and access resources to fortify your facilities to withstand threats and hazards.
Find The Opportunity In Your Building Water Systems
Strike a balance between water safety and efficiency with a comprehensive water management program.
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.
Advancements In Smoke Detectors
The updated UL 268, Standard for Smoke Detectors for Fire Alarm Systems will be in effect June 2021.
Leak Detection: For Safety’s Sake
Technology tools work to identify gas and water leakage before an event occurs.
Emerging Energy Services Opportunities
Recent research on Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) indicates commercial and industrial customers can benefit.
Water Systems And Legionella
Incidence of Legionnaires’ Disease in buildings could be reduced by practices and policy, states recent report.
Tackling The Task Of Drain Cleaning
Among the industrial drain cleaning tools, a recent development offers flexibility.
Facility Executive Featured Video
[VIDEO] Forward Thinkers Series | Creating Healthier Hospitals
Cathy Campbell discusses updates to hospital cleaning protocols and presents expert-developed disinfection solutions that keep your occupants safe.