Tag: Exteriors

Stormwater, Clean Water Act

It’s Raining Stormwater NOVs in California

For many California industrial facilities, above average rainfall brought 60-day notices of violation from private enforcers threatening to file federal Clean Water Act complaints.

Medical Arts Pavilion Models Future Of Healthcare Architecture

By embracing visually-stimulating aesthetics and biophilic elements without sacrificing durability and systems efficiency, the Toby and Leon Cooperman Medical Arts Pavilion exemplifies healthcare architecture and design standards.
Renovation Projects

Keep It “Business As Usual” During Renovations

Using new barrier technologies, planning, and some creative ingenuity, you can safely keep your facility open during renovation projects.
Parking Deck Solar

Georgia Solar Companies Unveil New Parking Deck Solar Array

At its Atlanta headquarters, Georgia Power joined with Georgia-based solar companies QCells, Quest Renewables, and Radiance Solar to create a 200 kW AC solar carport.
Excel Dryer workplace Expansion

Excel Dryer Creates Healthy, Sustainable Workplace Of The Future

Guided by the WELL Building Standard, Excel Dryer aimed to merge beauty, health, wellness and sustainability into its renewed workplace.
Prepare Your Facility For Spring

Four Steps To Prepare Your Facility For Spring

With spring 2024 expected to alternate between late snowfalls and severe weather events, your buildings must be well-prepared for a range of weather-related risks.
facility mat program, cintas

Renting vs. Purchasing Mats: What’s Best For Your Facility?

When deciding whether to rent or purchase mats for your organization’s facility, it’s important to consider your budget, customization preferences, and how much time your maintenance personnel can commit.
snow and ice

Got Snow? Here’s How To Handle It!

If you're dealing with a winter storm that's creating dangerous snow and ice conditions at your facility, here are some timely resources.
Stormwater, ESCS

Tackling Stormwater With Expanded Shale, Clay, And Slate

With expanded shale, clay, or slate (ESCS) in their arsenal, facility managers can mitigate stormwater damage while reducing their operation costs.
Sustainability In Groundskeeping

Sustainability In Groundskeeping

A sustainable groundskeeping management plan includes operations and maintenance, soil conditions, water requirements, wildlife, and climate.
Uline landscape

Uline Brings Landscape Beauty Beyond The Warehouse

Uline views landscape as an extension of company culture: Its 13 campuses are designed for the enjoyment of employees and visitors.
parking garage lighting

Lighting Maintenance: Under The Spotlight

Potawatomi Casino Hotel refreshed its parking garage lighting to enhance the visitor experience.
Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail

Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail Opens To The Public

The world’s longest elevated pedestrian loop, the Treetop Trail makes use of the zoo’s original monorail which was retired in 2013.
CODAawards

Community Artwork: Vote For Your Favorite!

You have until July 31 to cast a vote for your favorite community artwork in the 2023 People’s Choice CODAawards.
security threats

AI-Backed Security Monitoring Trailers Adopt Broader, More Proactive Approach

Machine learning and advanced analytics enable mobile CCTV security systems to proactively thwart security threats while also driving operational efficiencies
Office Construction

Dentist Duo Builds Customized Office Complex

Waterford Stone by Echelon was chosen to create an enduring, modern exterior for a new Georgia Dental Complex.
solar EV chargers

Unleashing The Potential Of Solar-Powered Parking

Off-grid solar-powered electric vehicle charging can alleviate the headaches of grid interconnection, while providing additional value to companies that support EV adoption.
Parking Lots

Preserving Parking Lots

Pavement for parking lots and structures must withstand the loads it will encounter to prevent premature failure.
Ponding Water

Roof Enemy #1: Ponding Water

Ponding water can cause significant damage to your roof and building as well as quicken deterioration of the membrane.
Folger Shakespeare Library Reopening

Shakespeare Library To Reopen After Three-Year Renovation

The Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, DC will reopen to the public in November, allowing visitors to experience the world's largest Shakespeare collection in new ways and reimagined spaces.
Workforce Shortages Webinar

Did You Miss Our Effective Strategies To Stay Ahead Of Workforce Shortages Webinar?

View this free video webinar and learn the top 5 strategies that facility maintenance pros are implementing to overcome workforce shortages.
Webinar, Facility Capital Improvements

View This Free Video Webinar: Maximizing Value For Facility Master Planning

A panel of Facility Management leaders discuss long-term planning challenges and answer questions about maximizing the value of conducting a Facility Condition Assessments (FCA).

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