Building Envelope & Exteriors

Building envelopes (roof, walls, windows) control indoor air pressure, climate control and overall IAQ. Here we cover many important aspects of building envelope design; as well as other exterior architectural components. Facility Executive magazine covers all aspects of construction projects, modernization and ongoing operations for commercial buildings.



Industrial Generators

How To Keep Industrial Generators In Peak Condition

Steps to help keep industrial generators in peak operational condition
outdoor lighting

Developing Tech Requirements For Outdoor Lighting Looks To The Night Sky

First draft of LUNA (Light Usage for Night Applications) requirements from DesignLights Consortium establishes performance thresholds for specific categories of outdoor lighting to minimize light pollution.
Digital Audio

AtlasIED Launches Digital Audio Platform

Atmosphere digital audio platform enables simple customization and control of music and messaging for hospitality applications.
roof maintenance

Get Roofs Ready For Winter

Farewell to summer, and hello to cool season commercial roof maintenance.
In-car Video

Panasonic i-PRO ICV4000 In-car Video System

Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions' in-car video system features an advanced video processor that speeds deployment and streamlines video reviewing and sharing.
Resilience

Resilience And The Built Environment

Much of the discussion in the construction community about how to withstand one-time devastating events as well as repeated lesser events that take a toll on the built environment have been centered around the concept of resilience.
August 2021 Issue

Facility Executive: August 2021 Issue

The August 2021 issue looks at health, safety and security. Plus, mobile technology, energy, and getting your facility ready for winter.
Campus

C.W. Driver Completes Temecula Valley Campus

C.W. Driver Companies completes 350,000-square-foot Temecula Valley Campus for Mt. San Jacinto College in California.
Fluid Applied Roof Systems

Garland Spotlights Fluid Applied Roof Systems

New Fluid Applied Roof Systems brochure spotlights the advantages of fluid applications as well as the features and benefits of Garland's fluid applied membranes.
Outdoor Fabrics

Fil Doux Textiles’ Outdoor Fabrics

Fil Doux Textiles introduces collection of premium, sustainably-minded outdoor fabrics geared toward hospitality and cruise markets.
Low-e Glass

Vitro’s Building Code Friendly Low-e Glass

Solarban R77 low-e glass reveals new design possibilities with its neutral-reflective, soft silver-blue aesthetic.
Porcelain Tile

Crossville Updates Porcelain Tile Collection

The Color Blox 2.0 porcelain tile collection is a new, concrete-inspired line that enlivens the original Color Blox collection's look.
Automatic Door Bottom

Extended Drop Automatic Door Bottom

The Extended Drop Automatic Door Bottom features a unique sloped top casing to slough off rainwater and prevent pooling on top of the housing, and also simplifies installation.
Parking App

Parking App Provides Contactless Experience

The Westfalia Parking App is an all-in-one consumer parking solution that will increase efficiency, safety, and convenience in automated parking facilities.
building inspection

Are Our Buildings Still Up To Code?

The Miami building collapse is another devastating wake-up call for all industry stakeholders.
Split DOAS

LG Introduces Two New Split DOAS

The 12-ton Split Rooftop DOAS and the 1500-2000 CFM Indoor Split DOAS enable facility managers to condition outside air for improved indoor air quality and comfort.
Touchfree Access

Website Helps Transition to Touchfree Access

dormakaba's Touchfree Access website is a self-audit tool that looks across product categories to support cleanliness, hygiene, safety, and security.

Improving Energy Efficiency And Comfort With Glass Coatings

A building's fenestration systems — curtain wall, storefront, windows, doors, skylights, and other glass and glazing — provide opportunity for efficiencies through low-e and other coatings.
tree care

OSHA Issues Updated Guidance For Tree Care Industry Inspections

A new memorandum from OSHA highlights some of the hazards faced by workers engaged in tree care and tree removal operations.
Entry Selection

Boon Edam Entry Selection Mapping Tool

BoonSelect is a mapping tool that breaks down the complex and important decisions around securing facilities from intrusion at the entry.
Workforce Shortages Webinar

Worried About Workforce Shortages? Effective Strategies To Stay Ahead

During this free webinar, you'll 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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AI powered data collection with AkitaBox Capture. Take a picture of the asset nameplate, touch the floor plan to locate the asset and move to the next asset. Save up to 90% of your time in the field with AkitaBox Capture AI.