Maintenance
Commercial building and facilities management resources for corporate facility executives, building operators and facility managers in all industry and service sectors. Maintenance articles below.
Cortec EcoAir Biobased CLP
EcoAir Biobased CLP is a non-toxic, “green” multifunctional cleaner/lubricant/protectant packaged in an environmentally friendly spray can.
Question Of The Week: How Can I Prepare My Facility For Winter?
Fall is the ideal time to prepare your facility for winter weather. Routine inspections of your building from roof to foundation now can prevent costly repairs in the future
Getting A Grip On Floor Maintenance Costs And Safety Risks
Keeping dirt and grime out of your facility starts with installing the right entrance mat. Here's why having the proper walk-off is critical to safety and savings.
5 Steps To A Successful Facility Condition Assessment
Facility managers should use an FCA as part of a technical investigation, to review assets or systems looking into the root causes of deterioration, and as a source for determining a building's replacement value.
Applying Insulation To HVAC Equipment
The University of Maryland Medical Center garners operational benefits by installing reusable HVAC insulation in its central plant facilities.
Utility Vehicles Are Multi-Faceted Tools
With new options, UTVs serve many practical purposes in a facility landscape management fleet.
Sustainable Winter Management Guidelines
For snow and ice management, environmental concerns join the long-held focus on cost, efficiency, and safety.
New Clorox® Disinfecting Bio Stain & Odor Remover
One-step product cleans, disinfects, and deodorizes surfaces and can be used for accidents involving the toughest bio soils such as blood, feces, vomit, and urine on both hard and soft surfaces.
What Is An Elevator Maintenance Agreement?
There’s a lot riding on the reliability and effectiveness of your elevator maintenance plan. Make sure you thoroughly understand what the agreement states and how much liability you have.
Field Service Management Solution
Predix ServiceMax FSM 18.3 cloud-based field service management solution introduces new capabilities enabling technician autonomy, dispatcher empowerment and complex work execution
Elevator Preparations Essential During Hurricane Season
With Hurricane Florence threatening the southeastern U.S., Schindler Elevator offers safety guidelines for before, during, and after inclement weather.
Question Of The Week: Communication To Improve Facilities Maintenance?
When pressed to spend an inordinate amount of time communicating about the status of facilities maintenance jobs, staff has less time to get the actual work done.
Deep Cleaning The Winter Blues Out Of Schools
The school year has just started, but it's never too early to plan ahead: Deep cleaning over the winter break can help create a healthy and safe learning environment.
Is Hand Washing Happening In Your Workplace?
The Healthy Hand Washing Survey by Bradley Corporation reveals that 56% of workers have seen colleagues leave the restroom without washing their hands.
Technology In Restroom Maintenance
Data driven upkeep for facility restrooms helps to reduce costs related to labor and supplies.
Watch For Roofing Risks
Ensure the safety of those who perform roof maintenance by satisfying OSHA requirements, and more.
The More You Know About Bird Control…
When facility conditions are ripe for attracting pest birds, the end game is all about results.
Sooner Or Later: Electrical System Failures
Invest in preventive maintenance, rather than a “run it till it fails” approach for electrical equipment.
Hospitality Case Study: Hospitality, California Style
In the heart of the UCLA campus, a LEED Platinum conference center inspires collaboration and innovation.
Friday Funny: Time To Share Your Potty Opinion
As summer winds down, it’s time to vote for your favorite of the top 10 public restrooms that made a splash in this year’s America’s Best Restroom contest.
Facility Executive | August 2018 Issue
The August 2018 issue features facility security, including biometrics, school security, and stopping hackers. Plus, HVAC, roofing, restroom maintenance, lighting, and more.
NSPF Endorses Model Aquatic Health Code Adoption
A five-state study of inspection data showed that 12.3% of routine aquatic facilities inspections resulted in immediate closure due to violations seriously threatening public health.
Eight Tips For Effectively Spray Buffing A Floor
Something of a lost art, spray buffing has resurfaced as a key to stretching floor refinishing cycles, removing stains, and leaving floors with a high-gloss shine.
Cool Air Products Announces Line of Purifying ‘Tabs’
Tabs were created to clean and purify AC evaporator and condenser coils and are available in three distinct types.
Three Technology Trends In Facility Management This Year
Technology should make it easier to implement preventative maintenance plans and keep your workers and facility occupants safe. Learn about three technology trends in facility management and grab your free copy of the facility manager’s software comparison guide.
New enMotion® Flex Paper Towel System From GP PRO
Innovative new system, winner of a 2017 ISSA Innovation Award, is designed to help facility managers reduce waste, improve productivity, and enhance customer satisfaction.
Branch Creek Launches Safer Play Turf And Lawn Products
Safer Play’s new products help lawn care professionals protect lawns and turf fields from weeds and insects, without the use of EPA-registered pesticides.
Protecting Facilities Against The Elements
Shield the building envelope from damaging exterior forces with routine, preventive maintenance.
Six Tips For A Green Cleaning Program
Look at both products and processes when evaluating this initiative for healthy buildings.
Eight Lessons On Legionella Prevention Policy
Why state officials hold the keys to preventing Legionnaires’ Disease and ASHRAE Standard 188 is their best option for the next five years.
Cleaning In Long-Term Care Facilities
Consistent, effective processes help to ensure a healthy environment for occupants and employees alike.
Healthcare Case Study: Preserving The Past, Caring For The Future
At Pennsylvania Hospital, the nation’s first, facility upgrades help to steer 21st century operations.
Reducing Disaster Risk
Natural disasters can be sudden and unpredictable in the damage they inflict on facilities.
Facility Executive | June 2018 Issue
The June 2018 issue features a look at workplace design, including productivity, breakrooms, furniture, and natural light. Plus, green cleaning, energy efficiency, healthcare facilities, and more.
