Construction & Retrofits

Retrofit strategies often involve modifications to existing commercial buildings to improve energy efficiency, optimize performance, decrease energy demand and solve sustainability issues. Facility Executive magazine covers all aspects of construction projects, modernization and ongoing operations for commercial buildings & facilities.



Soldiers Memorial Military Museum

LEED Case Study: A Place Of Honor Sustained

Built in 1938, the Soldiers Memorial Military Museum in St. Louis, MO has earned LEED Gold certification.
Job Order Contracting from Gordian

Keeping Small Jobs Small With Alternative Project Delivery

From schools to parks to courthouses and beyond, Job Order Contracting from Gordian is a great tool to help the public sector finish high-quality construction work efficiently and keep small jobs small.
3M Architectural Finishes and Window Films

Simple Solutions For Impactful Renovations

3M has developed a portfolio of Architectural Finishes and Window Films that are designed to improve the renovation process and help extend the time between costly and impactful full remodels.
Zero Net Energy Buildings

Pursuing Zero Net Energy Buildings

Whether for new construction or renovation, early recognition of five key aspects is important.
exit trim

Yale nexTouch Keypad Exit Trim

The Yale nexTouch Keypad Exit Trim is available in touchscreen or pushbutton models and provides key-free convenience as an upgrade or retrofit solution for exit devices.
October 2019 Issue

Facility Executive | October 2019 Issue

The October 2019 Issue looks at sustainability for buildings and grounds. Plus sensor technology, keeping facility grounds safe, and lighting retrofits.
multi-site projects

For Your Multi-Site Projects, Are Contractors Part Of The Solution?

A new study explores critical success factors for multi-site projects, from the perspectives of both owners and contractors.
facility management technology

Tech Trends In Facility Management: The 2019 Total Geek’s Guide

If you’re looking to read more about the latest in facility management technology, you’ve come to the right place. Here are seven top tech trends to look out for this year.
LED Retrofit Strip

EVERLINE LED Retrofit Strip Assembly

The EVERLINE LED Retrofit Strip Assembly (LRA4P) has been upgraded to provide flexibility for application options ranging from industrial facilities to retail stores.

Fixing The Fish Bowl

In keeping with the architecture and engineering firm’s practice of using the latest products, CSHQA solved a small meeting room’s acoustic and lighting issues with Focal Point’s Seem 1 Acoustic system.
Montréal

Montréal’s Sun Life Building Earns LEED® Platinum Certification

The facility is the first century-old building in North America to obtain triple Platinum certification for excellence in environmental performance and digital connectivity.
Boston

Partnership Offers Boston Students Eco-Friendly, Live-Learn Environment

A public-private partnership between Northeastern University, the City of Boston, and American Campus Communities offers eco-friendly apartments to students while freeing up housing for local workers.
Kleinfeld

Kleinfeld Bridal Says “Yes” To Amerlux Lighting Retrofit

The NYC bridal shop and reality TV venue for TLC's “Say Yes To The Dress” show upgraded its lighting for better color rendering.
job order contracting

From Repairs To Construction, Job Order Contracting Improves Efficiencies

Employing this construction delivery method offers significant benefits for facility management leaders overseeing multiple projects over time. Listen to our talk with an expert from Gordian on how to streamline your project management.
Levine Children's Hospital

Children’s Hospital Opens New Bone Marrow Transplant And Cellular Therapies Unit

The eight-room unit at Atrium Health's Levine Children's Hospital features a specialized air filtration system that allows vulnerable patients to leave their rooms.
concrete construction

Kennedy Center Expands With The REACH

Highly efficient HVAC plays a significant role in the first-ever expansion of this premier performing arts venue in Washington, DC.
modular storage system

PACKOUT Modular Storage System

The PACKOUT Modular Storage System is designed to provide users with the ability to interchange and interlock a wide assortment of heavy duty tool boxes, organizers, and storage totes in different configurations.
Chicago Bears

Chicago Bears Headquarters Renovation Opens

The reimagined Halas Hall in Lake Forest, IL features state-of-the-art facilities for players and staff.
flushometer

Sloan Online Flushometer Finder

Online resource helps users specify the perfect Sloan flushometer without having to sort through thousands of options.
healthcare facilities

As 2020 Approaches, Five Healthcare Facilities Construction Trends

NYC- based real estate investment company Simone Health observes five factors shaping healthcare facilities construction in the United States.
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.