Exteriors
Commercial building and facilities management resources for corporate facility executives, building operators and facility managers in all industry and service sectors. Exteriors articles below.
An LED New Year's Eve
Philips Electronics has participated in lighting the Times Square Ball for 10 years, with a conversion of the numerals (2-0-1-0) to LED technology this year.
Winter Maintenance Can Be Eased With Heated Mats
Walt Neilson, maintenance team leader at Mercy Hospital in Grayling, MI, discussed with TFM his department’s use of electric snow melting mats
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Penetrations Through Standing Seam Metal Roofs
While penetrations on these roof types can sometimes be avoided, mounting essential rooftop equipment and ancillary mechanicals will be successful when certain guidelines are followed.
Sustainable Sites Rating System Released, Pilot Projects Sought
the Sustainable Sites Initiative has released the first rating system in the U.S. for the design, construction, and maintenance of sustainable landscapes, with or without buildings.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Ice-Away Snow Melt Mat
As winter approaches, this mat from Cozy Products is designed to protect against slip-and-fall accidents and workman's compensation claims.
EPA Looks At Airport Deicing
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a new rule that would make deicing practices on aircraft and at airport runways more environmentally friendly while maintaining operational safety.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: BHM Glazing Systems
Wausau Window and Wall Systems has introduced a line of blast hazard mitigation products.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Bird-B-Gone Mist
This hazing system releases a fine mist into the air to deter pest birds from large open spaces.
LED Lighting Chosen For Dallas Garage
A payback period of under two years was an important factor in the decision.
New Look In New Orleans
The city's Morial Convention Center exterior change follows up major interior renovations.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Lightline Canopies
These exterior structures shield people from the elements when entering and leaving a facility.
Milliken & Company Participates In Tree Plantings
The floor covering company is a member of the Georgia Forestry Commission's Making the Shade partnership.
Grants To Combat Graffiti
Eligible communities and groups can use the funds to address graffiti prevention and education, rapid removal, or help to enforce local anti-graffiti laws.
