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.



switch mounting posts

Stainless Steel Mounting Posts by Camden Door Controls

Camden Door Controls has introduced new stainless steel versions of its popular 42” tall and 48” tall switch mounting posts (bollards).
spray foam insulation

Demilec Closed Cell Spray System Insulates Farm-To-Fork Restaurant

Closed-cell spray foam insulation system designed to enhance application process by requiring minimal temperature adjustments, along with other benefits.
window retrofit

Energy Upgrades And Renovations: What To Know About Windows

Modern, high-performance window systems can have a very noticeable impact on existing buildings’ operational energy costs and their associated HVAC and lighting capacity.
drone

SkyBEAM UAV From Tremco FAA Approved For Nighttime Operation

In partnership with Tremco Roofing, Industrial SkyWorks has been operating SkyBEAM drones for building inspections in Canada. Now, the technology can be applied in the U.S.
metal roof

Metshield High Temp Underlayment From Drexel Metals

Designed to protect metal roof structures from ice dams and wind driven rain, this product has been issued a Product Control Notice of Acceptance for use in Miami-Dade County and its municipalities.
San Francisco

Friday Funny: Park Pissoir Prompts Lawsuit

The San Francisco neighborhood's residents successfully advocated to build the facility, which has been described as an open-air urination hole, to stop people from urinating on local walls, bushes, and sidewalks.
pool safety

Pool Safety, Beyond The Water

One pool safety issue to consider is foot traffic, especially around pool and spa areas and especially for young children.
landscape

Seven Ways To “Green” The Landscape For Earth Day

Seven practical ways facility executives can make their landscapes even “greener” this Earth Day, and throughout the year.
daylight harvesting

Daylight Harvesting Brightens The Day, And The Bottom Line

The payback of daylight harvesting is significant when leveraging skylights in conjunction with LED luminaires and lighting controls.
sprinkler removal

Easy Out™ Sprinkler Removal Tool by Underhill

Easy Out by Underhill is a spray sprinkler removal tool that requires no digging.
recycled rubber

Refined Permeable Paving From Porous Pave

Made of recycled rubber, this flexible pour-in-place permeable paving product now offers a fine-cut option.
roll up doors

Enhanced Roll Up Doors From Rytec Corp.

The high speed Spiral RV roll up doors now feature tinted windows with durable LEXAN sheets.
outdoor power

Outdoor Power Charging Stations From Legrand

Available in three models, these pedestals combine charging outlets with lighting to support demand for connectivity in outdoor spaces.
property upgrades

Repositioning Older Properties, For A Changing Workforce

Aging properties increase competitiveness by repositioning facilities with moderate investment in renovation and rebranding.
water systems

Water Systems Strategies

Over the last two decades, extreme drought events in the U.S. have vividly illustrated the imperative for technologies that increase water usage efficiency as well as strategies and methods to reduce demand.
March / April 2016

Facility Executive | March / April 2016 Issue

This issue looks at smart lighting trends, how to choose carpet and flooring, physical security planning, and energy efficiency for data centers. Plus, wellness and water conservation.
facility repair

Question Of The Week: Design Leads To Tricky Facility Repair?

At UConn's Gampel Pavilion, an intricate ceiling design calls for an equally intricate approach to facility repair. Have you encountered a design in one of your buildings that added complexity to facility repair plans? What opportunities have you had to provide the facility management and repair perspective during the design process?
CLT

First CLT Constructed Hotel In U.S. Opens

The new Candlewood Suites at Redstone Arsenal represents a partnership of the U.S. Army, Lendlease, and IHG Army Hotels.
wellness

Alliance Promotes Health And Well-being In The Workplace

Delos™ and Lendlease have announced their collaboration to advance the WELL Core & Shell Certification and pre-Certification programs as a pathway to WELL ready workplaces.
Aon Center

Aon Center Sealant Replacement Project Wins National Award

The facade sealant replacement project took Western Specialty Contractors four years and 100 miles of silicone sealant to complete.
Workforce Shortages Webinar

Effective Strategies To Stay Ahead Of Workforce Shortages

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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