Special Reports

Bonus articles and features that cover industry events and issues.

Connected lighting

Next Steps In Cyber Secure Lighting

As connected lighting gains ground, “turning on the lights” increasingly means tapping into a network of advanced control technology. It also presents cybersecurity concerns.
Office Design

Design Directions For The Office

When it comes to office design, change has been a constant since 2020. Here are some solid trends emerging for the workplace.
lighting distribution centers

Do More With Warehouse Lighting

In distribution centers, LED lighting can help reduce energy costs and lead to better control and flexibility over operations.
furniture reuse

Rerouting Furniture From Landfill

As part of its facilities projects, General Motors donated a plethora of its office furniture to local schools.
power outages

Level Up Against Power Outages

Choose a sufficient backup power system based on critical facilities needs.
Remote Inspections

Remote Virtual Inspections For Facilities

With demand increasing, ICC and RESNET are developing an ANSI standard to inspect buildings remotely.
corporate sustainability

Sustaining Efforts In Sustainability

Corporate sustainability encompasses a broad range of strategies designed to create value for stakeholders, consumers, and employees.
pest management

Pest Management Prep For Winter

As seasonal changes approach, take a look around facilities to minimize potential pest impact.
door hardware

Builders Hardware That Makes The Grade

Find door hardware to meet performance requirements using BHMA’s new Certified Product Directory.
retail facilities

Controlling Retail Maintenance Costs

Keep retail facilities in top shape with proactive oversight and preventive measures.
Hospitality

Hospitality That Floors Guests

In Round Rock, TX, flooring installation at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions pivots to meet timeline — while delivering on client expectations.
infection prevention

Cleaning And COVID-19

As facilities maintenance teams move forward, the industry has learned several lessons.
monitoring-based commissioning

Persistent Energy Efficiency In Buildings

Monitoring-based commissioning (MBCx) and HVAC analytics provide facilities teams long-term tools.
lighting and wellness

Lighting A Way To Wellness

The impact of artificial lighting on human health remains a focus for the industry.
building documentation

Harnessing Building Documentation

Construction projects add to existing facility data, and technology helps with organization and retrieval.
Senior Living

COVID-19 Lessons Learned In Senior Living

Trilogy Health Services, owner and operator of more than 110 senior living communities, shares lessons learned from its pandemic experience.
health care infrastructure

Investing Into Health Care Infrastructure

A sector burdened by deferred facilities maintenance faces more challenges amid COVID-19.
Energy Benchmarking

A Look At Energy Benchmarking Options

For organizations that want sustained improvement in energy performance—and sustained cost savings—EPA recommends energy benchmarking as a first step.
ADA compliance

ADA Design Feature: Accessibility And Facilities

Finding ways to make a direct difference in the world can be a challenge, but the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) puts it within reach of every facility manager.
auxiliary drains

Sprinkler Systems And Freezing Weather

Proper maintenance and using available equipment can help facility management prevent flooding caused by frozen auxiliary drains.
Smart Buildings: Enabling Facility Control And Automation

Did You Miss Our “Smart Buildings: Enabling Facility Control And Automation” Webinar?

View this free video webinar to learn about different types of smart building solutions, how intelligent asset monitoring can save money with predictive maintenance, and more!
Air Curtains

Did You Miss Our “Air Curtains: Conserving Energy And Ambiance At The Door” Webinar?

View this free video webinar and learn how air curtains save energy and reduce CO2 emissions, support the indoor experience, and conserve ambiance.

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