Building Optimization

Commercial building and facilities management resources for corporate facility executives, building operators and facility managers in all industry and service sectors. Building Optimization articles below.

Energy Management & Lighting

The Big Growth Opportunity For Big Data In Smart Buildings

September 19, 2013

The economic climate is impacting investment in construction which has the potential to slow the growth of smart building deployments globally.

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Access Control & EAC

Introducing Seos®: The Next Generation of Credential Technology

October 29, 2018

Powered by highly advanced encryption and a software-based infrastructure, Seos secures trusted identities on any form factor and can be extended for applications beyond physical access control. Learn more at hidglobal.com/seos.

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Sustainable Commercial Roofs | Reduce, Recycle & Reimagine Sustainability

February 12, 2018

Duro-Last Roofing Systems offer proven chemistry and decades of sound performance. As the commercial roofing industry’s leader in manufacturing prefabricated PVC roofing systems, Duro-Last produces roofing membranes with a history of providing long-term durability and watertight protection.

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Jelly Bean Playground Rubber Mulch

Safety May 23, 2019

Jelly Bean Rubber Mulch is 100% non-tire playground rubber mulch manufactured from non-toxic, sterile, and latex-free rubber tiles originally produced for schools.

$500,000 Grant Will Help 15 U.S. Communities’ Sustainability Efforts

Environment May 22, 2019

The U.S. Green Building Council will use the Bank of America grant to support its LEED for Cities and Communities Program.

PPG Latex Wall and Ceiling Paint

Interiors May 22, 2019

Builder Performance (61 Line) is interior latex wall and ceiling paint available in flat ready-mix colors and tint bases.

Why VESDA? Leveraging Air Sampling Smoke Detection Within Your Fire Alarm System

Fire & Life Safety May 20, 2019

A VESDA “Aspirating Smoke Detector" alerts a facility’s fire safety system before an emergency unfolds, giving you time to evaluate and eliminate the potential hazard before it becomes a true safety issue.

In Pittsburgh, Phipps Conservatory And Botanical Gardens Hosts “Big Green Block Party”

Environment May 17, 2019

The adaptive reuse of an on-site public works garage facility at Phipps is aimed at achieving three rigorous green building standard certifications.

Unilever North America HQ Earns LEED Platinum Certification

Environment May 21, 2019

The sustainably-built, energy-efficient Unilever headquarters was also named Commercial LEED Project of the Year by the New Jersey chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council.

Site Selection

Business Facilities – Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions

Advanced Design Solutions Creating 180 Jobs In Tennessee May 22, 2019
The Canadian auto supplier will invest $10 million in Lawrenceburg, TN: the location was selected for its proximity to OEMs. - Read: Advanced Design Solutions Creating 180 Jobs In Tennessee at BusinessFacilities.com.
New Mexico: Development As A Recreational Activity May 22, 2019
New Mexico is moving to create a new Division of Outdoor Recreation, a unit the governor says will boost economic development. - Read: New Mexico: Development As A Recreational Activity at BusinessFacilities.com.
Medacta USA To Create Over 50 Jobs At New Tennessee HQ May 21, 2019
The orthopedic and medical device maker will invest $2.5 million to relocate its U.S. headquarters from Chicago to Franklin, TN. - Read: Medacta USA To Create Over 50 Jobs At New Tennessee HQ at BusinessFacilities.com.

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