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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. safety standards articles below.

HVAC Factor Column

Updated Legionella Guidance On The Way

June 11, 2019

A supplement to ASHRAE Standard 188, the revised Guideline 12-2000R is expected to be published later this year.

Safety

Online Tool Identifies NFPA Codes & Standards

June 14, 2018

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has released CodeFinder, a new interactive online tool that identifies the NFPA codes and standards that are in effect in U.S. municipalities or counties, as well as in regions of Canada, South America, Latin America, and the Middle East.

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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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Armstrong Detects Pump Cavitation

Technology June 26, 2019

A new capability on Pump Manager, an Active Performance Management Service, can detect and alert building managers about impending pump cavitation.

EPA Recognizes 2018 WasteWise Winners

Environment June 25, 2019

The 10 winning organizations collectively prevented and diverted over 356,000 tons of waste from entering landfills, saving them over $19.6 million in landfill fees.

PitMaster V Dock Face Sealing System

Building Envelope & Exteriors June 25, 2019

The PitMaster V Dock Face Sealing System seals open gaps on the dock face and pit floor in vertical leveler applications, saving energy, improving pit cleanliness, and helping reduce infiltration of weather and contaminants.

Question Of The Week: Are These Five HVACR Trends Impacting Your Facilities?

HVAC June 24, 2019

AHR Expo Expert Council convened to discuss and develop consensus views on five HVACR trends poised to be hot topics for the industry.

Four Tips To Protect Outdoor Workers From Heat Illness

Safety June 19, 2019

With temperatures in California predicted to remain over 90 degrees for the next two weeks, Cal/OSHA shares effective procedures to protect all outdoor workers from heat illness.

American Concrete Institute Releases New Concrete Repair Guide

FM Alert June 24, 2019

ACI 562-19 gives building officials increased confidence that concrete repairs are performed in a way that provides an acceptable level of protection for the public.

Site Selection

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

Derichebourg Atis Aéronautique Picks Montréal For Canadian HQ June 26, 2019
Over the next three years, the French company will create 130 jobs in Montréal to be closer to the city’s aerospace ecosystem and consolidate its North American operations. - Read: Derichebourg Atis Aéronautique Picks Montréal For Canadian HQ at BusinessFacilities.com.
GM Will Invest Another $20M In Arlington, Texas June 25, 2019
General Motors Co. is investing an additional $20 million at its Arlington Assembly to upgrade plant conveyors in preparation for the launch of GM’s all-new full-size SUVs. - Read: GM Will Invest Another $20M In Arlington, Texas at BusinessFacilities.com.
Mitsubishi Motors Relocating U.S. HQ To Tennessee June 25, 2019
Mitsubishi Motors North America will invest $18.25 million to move its U.S. headquarters to Tennessee, bringing 200 jobs to Franklin. - Read: Mitsubishi Motors Relocating U.S. HQ To Tennessee at BusinessFacilities.com.

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