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Commercial building and facilities management resources for corporate facility executives, building operators and facility managers in all industry and service sectors. Institute-for-Business-&-Home-Safety articles below.

Safety

Roofs And Winter Weather

February 10, 2010

The Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) offers guidance on how businesses can protect their property from winter weather-related perils, such as roof collapse due to heavy snow loads.

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Fire Prevention Week Oct. 4-10

October 7, 2009

This weeklong observance was established in 1922 to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire that occurred in 1871.

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Construction & Retrofits

Job Order Contracting (JOC): Stay On Time and On Budget

August 1, 2019

Job Order Contracting is a proven one-bid procurement method that helps get projects started faster than traditional procurement. But does that make it right for every project? Learn more.

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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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USGBC Announces New Board Chair

Environment August 21, 2019

U.S. Green Building Council welcomes Dr. Aaron Bernstein of Harvard University as new board chair, along with four new board members.

Safety With Energy Storage Systems

Renewable Energy Column August 21, 2019

The soon to be released NFPA 855, Standard on the Installation of Stationary Energy Storage Systems impacts facilities with on-site systems.

Bowtie App Controls Electrical Systems

Safety August 21, 2019

BowVue 2.0 is a patent-pending dashboard app that offers users clear visibility and control over their electrical systems from mobile devices or desktops.

ACEEE Energy Champions Announced

Energy Management & Lighting August 14, 2019

The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy revealed its “Champions of Energy Efficiency” at its summer event recognizing leadership in the industrial efficiency sector.

Vertical Transportation: Keep It Moving Through The Building

Bonus Features August 19, 2019

When it comes to vertical transportation, prevent downtime and foster safety with regular inspections of elevator and escalator systems.

Electrical Safety Before, During, And After A Disaster

Safety August 19, 2019

From hurricanes to wildfires to tornadoes, disasters can leave facilities exposed to a range of electrical safety issues. This roundtable with several industry experts provides insight.

Site Selection

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

Henkel And ALPLA Partner For $130M Investment In Kentucky August 20, 2019
The partnership's expansion project will enhance laundry detergent production in Bowling Green, KY and is expected to create up to 60 full-time jobs. - Read: Henkel And ALPLA Partner For $130M Investment In Kentucky at BusinessFacilities.com.
Rivacold Creating 140 Jobs In Georgia August 20, 2019
The Italian refrigeration systems manufacturer will create 140 jobs and invest $5 million at its first U.S. facility in Gwinnett County, GA. - Read: Rivacold Creating 140 Jobs In Georgia at BusinessFacilities.com.
Hoosier Logistics Doubling Indiana Workforce In Multi-City Expansion August 19, 2019
The logistics and supply chain management provider will invest more than $5.65 million to grow its operations and buy new equipment over the next five years. - Read: Hoosier Logistics Doubling Indiana Workforce In Multi-City Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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