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Steel-to-steel structural thermal breaks provide requisite structural integrity, while reducing heat energy transfer by up to 75 percent.

Saving time is one way using a drone for inspections benefit facility management.

This article provides insight on the use of drones for roof and facade inspections, and points out key advantages and shortcomings.

Here is a look at the installation of self-regulating electrical heating cables within conduit embedded in the substructure to prevent this potential threat to cold storage facilities.

The International Building Code (IBC) for 2021 mandates the inclusion of automatic doors for entrances to public buildings.

At secure facilities, building envelope rehabilitation projects don’t have to mean temporary relocation of building users, equipment, or collections.

This software as a service (SaaS) platform uses artificial intelligence to identify and assess damage and deterioration to building envelopes and structures through images.

StoVentec Rainscreen Systems deliver a seamless air and moisture barrier, intuitive adjustable sub-construction, continuous insulation, and multiple cladding options.

The HZ700 is a double frame extreme performance louver with a two-piece blade design that provides protection from wind-driven rain penetration.

Understanding the current state of the building envelope means knowing the useful life of each aspect.

Over time, monuments and memorials are subject to weathering and damage. Here is a look at five notable restoration and construction projects.

In this annual survey of Facility Executive readers, votes were cast for product and service suppliers preferred during 2019.

Celebrating 125 years in business, the roofing and building envelope manufacturer will make a $125 donation to the charity of each employee’s choice as part of its charitable giving.

Over its long history, the Cleveland, OH-based roofing and building envelope systems manufacturer has developed waterproofing technologies that have helped redefine performance expectations.

Building or improving these outdoor spaces requires attention to safety and performance.

Examine facilities inside and out when investigating building envelope intrusions.

The DensDefy Accessories take the company's DensElement's moisture management further, elevating the building envelope finish and ensuring performance compatibility.

The road to a more sustainable future for building materials and products is multi-faceted.

A trio of experts discuss roofing issues their facility management customers are most concerned about, and questions they ask about maintaining their roofs.

The February 2019 issue features this year's Facility Executive of the Year. Plus, a look drones and FM, building envelope and energy, and our annual Readers' Choice Awards.