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.



terne

Roofinox® Tin-Plated ( Terne )

Roofinox tin-plated (Terne) helps provide long-term durability for roofs.
Zika virus

Minimizing Mosquito Populations To Combat Zika Virus

Facility executives and their service providers can address this health threat with diligent inspection of buildings and grounds.
EIFS

ReVyvit by Dryvit Service

This new program helps facility managers address the critical issues associated with building envelope renovation, including financing options.
roof drain

SpeedTite Roof Drain by OMG Roofing Products

The SpeedTite Roof Drain is a fast way to install roof drains in new or retrofit applications.
building envelope

New School Construction Focused On Building Envelope Performance

In Columbia, MO, campus planning officials wanted an attractive, durable exterior that would mitigate rain, snow, and other environmental conditions.
LED luminaires

OSQ Series By Cree

Cree extends its groundbreaking OSQ Series to deliver 58 percent efficacy increase and new higher output LED luminaire.
building materials

FM Alert: USGBC Launches New LEED Pilot Credit For Building Materials

The pilot credit seeks to reward manufacturers who perform hazard and exposure assessments that can serve as a basis for developing products designed to minimize human health impacts.
window film

5 Ways Window Film Can Improve Your Facility

Window film as a building retrofit solution can be one of the quickest, simplest energy conservation measures available, as well as the most cost effective.
commercial glass

CrystalBlue Glass From Guardian

This new product expands the company's specialty float glass options for buildings.
Minnesota Vikings U.S. Bank Stadium

New Vikings Football Stadium First In U.S. With Transparent Roof

Thanks to lightweight ETFE film, 3M Science creates an enjoyable environment year round inside the stadium by permitting outdoor atmosphere without frigid temperatures.
public health

Workbook For Park Facility Planners, From NPS And CDC

This resource provides guidance to park staff and other stakeholders on areas including public access and usability, to ensure that facilities and amenities inspire activity.
commercial fire

ROXUL SAFE Insulation Focused On Fire-Stopping

This line of semi-rigid, stone wool insulation is designed to address the threat of commercial fire.
metal wall

New Patterns For PAC-CLAD Metal Wall Panels

Additions to the Precision Series combines bold visual effects with cost-effective installation for facilities.
metal retrofit

SeparatoR Board From Johns Manville

This polyisocyanurate board is designed for recover and metal retrofit roof systems.
TPO roofing

Mule-Hide TPO With CLEAN Film

This film protects the roof membrane during installation and then is easily removed by contractors.
masonry products

Oldcastle Unites Masonry Products Under Echelon Brand

The manufacturer of stone and masonry products and integrated performance systems launches the new brand later this month.

Four Types Of Concrete Damage And How To Address Them

The type of damage you see on your concrete is often a clue as to how it occurred in the first place. Proper diagnosing of the problem can help you determine how best to fix it, and how soon you need to address it.
LED spotlight

18 Watt LED Spotlight from Larson Electronics

The MLBLT-18W-LED-25 industrial LED spotlight from Larson Electronics is designed to provide a high output and ruggedly durable lighting solution for applications where corrosion resistance and waterproof lighting is required.
metal roofing

Presidio Metal Roofing From CertainTeed

Updated requirements have enhanced the safety and sustainability features of this metal roofing product line.
Fire Rated Flood Door

Fire Rated Flood Door from PS DOORS

The PD-522FFR is a dual-protection fire rated flood door, specifically engineered for interior and exterior openings requiring watertight flood protection and a 90-minute fire rating.
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).

[VIDEO] Collect Asset Data at the Speed of Walking a Building

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.