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.



remote collaboration

Remote Collaboration Service for Electrical Equipment

New service offers access to experienced field technicians virtually, like telehealth for electrical equipment, to help facility executives maintain business continuity, comply with new safety precautions, and maintain operations.
parking lots

Maintaining Parking Lots In Late Summer Months

This time of year, facility managers in warmer regions may face parking lot damage from heavy rains, standing water, and intense sun.
roof safety rails

The Advantages of Mobile Roof Safety Rails

Mobile roof safety rails are convenient, non-penetrating guardrails that can help prevent accidents.
Greek Theatre

A Historic Restoration: L.A.’s Landmark Greek Theatre

Los Angeles’ iconic Greek Theatre, a 5,900-seat outdoor music venue built 90 years ago, was recently rehabilitated and restored by the architects and historic preservation experts at Page & Turnbull.
healthcare facility

Are Trees A Focus For Your Healthcare Facility?

For the second year, the Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree Campus Healthcare program will recognize healthcare facility campuses fostering community wellness through tree planting, education, and engagement.
alternative energy vehicles

Pitt Leases Alternative Energy Vehicles

The University of Pittsburgh is entering into an agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management to upgrade its fleet with alternative energy vehicles, supporting the university’s commitment to making the campus carbon neutral by 2037.
temporary office space

ootBox Movable, Temporary Office Space

ootBox is a comfortable, leasable office that is delivered straight to any property on-demand for just about any application.
building exteriors

Tips To Plan For Building Exteriors Projects In 2021

Understanding the current state of the building envelope means knowing the useful life of each aspect.
electric vehicles

Electric Vehicles Solve Food Service Challenges

Gallery has partnered with AYRO, Inc. and Club Car to launch a new line of electric vehicles to help bring food, beverage, and retail merchandising safely to consumers.
outdoor spaces

How To Create Welcoming Outdoor Spaces At Your Facility

In welcoming back employees and customers against the backdrop of COVID-19, take advantage of outdoor spaces on your site for people to recharge and reconnect.
shrink film

Cortec Shrink Film Preserves Outdoor Assets

MilCorr VpCI Shrink Film is a heavy-duty film with multi-metal Vapor phase Corrosion Inhibitors for preservation and corrosion protection of assets of all sizes.
bird control

Laser Focused On Pest Birds

A new laser technology is suited to keep away pest birds from flat roofs and open spaces.
flood barriers

Flood Barriers Flood Resistant Up To 6′

The Flood Panel Super Flood Log is a modular system that can withstand water levels up to 6'.
hurricane preparedness

Hurricane Preparedness Guide For Buildings Available From IBHS

The Insurance Institute For Business & Home Safety offers a free guide for facility management and small business owners, covering readiness, improvement options, and last minute prep.
Drones And Roof Maintenance

Drones And Roof Maintenance

Commercial roofing inspections can be made easier and more effective with this technology.
bird friendly

First Bird-Friendly Building Ordinance In Wisconsin Passed

The city-wide ordinance in Madison, WI will require new large construction and expansion projects to use modern strategies and materials that allow birds to see glass.
Hyatt

Chicago’s First Public Hospital Transformed In Historic Rehab

Closed in 2002, the former hospital and medical college has been repurposed to a dual branded Hyatt House and Hyatt Place hotel, plus other spaces.
Crary Bear Cat

ECHO Bear Cat® Is Now Crary® Bear Cat

Customers can expect the same world class outdoor power equipment and support as ECHO Bear Cat transitions to Crary Bear Cat.
LG

Trex Commercial Products Clear Choice For LG North American HQ

Design elements chosen to complement the glass exterior building included more than 1,300 linear feet of Trex Commercial Products’ frameless glass Track Rail, inside and out.
Boston

Iconic Milk Bottle Outside Boston Children’s Museum Gets Facelift

The last renovation of this 40-foot tall structure was completed in 2007.
Workforce Shortages Webinar

Did You Miss Our Effective Strategies To Stay Ahead Of Workforce Shortages Webinar?

View this free video webinar and 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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