Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Where Facility Professionals and FMs will find the latest news related to commercial HVAC systems for residential, commercial and industrial buildings.



hotel guests

Do Hotel Guests Care More About IAQ Than Other Amenities?

Ahead of the holidays, a new study from Fellowes highlights the top considerations hotel guests have when selecting accommodations.

New Consortium Aims To Advance Heat Pump Research

LG Electronics, University Of Alaska created the consortium to advance research and push heat pump limits for extreme climates.
Office Environment

Optimizing The Office Environment For Efficiency, Workforce Health

Researchers from Hosei University examined the economic benefits of enhancing various elements in Tokyo office spaces for improved work efficiency and health.
K-12 Schools

ESG And HVAC: Improving K-12 Schools

Facility managers at K-12 schools can create a better indoor experience through system efficiency and clean air.
Legionella

Preventing A Legionella Outbreak

Found in 50% of all large buildings, Legionella, which causes Legionnaires’ disease, is still the largest threat in America’s water systems.
Facility Executive October 2023 Issue

Facility Executive: October 2023 Issue

The October 2023 issue of Facility Executive explores facility resilience, risk management, the path to net zero, EV adoption, Legionella prevention, and more.
REI Co-op

New Distribution Center Prioritizes Employee Experience, Climate Crisis

REI Co-op's new distribution facility in Tennessee serves 5.6 million members and more than 60 stores in Midwest and Southeast.
thermal energy storage

New Commercial Buildings Must Incorporate Sustainability-Minded Approach 

Thermal energy storage provides practical benefits in terms of load management and cost reduction, contributes to sustainability goals, and enhances a facility’s overall prestige.

An Air Cleaning Alternative For The 21st Century

North Carolina State University researchers have developed an air filtration technology that catches and kills pathogens with up to 99.9% efficiency.
Energy Auditing, GridPoint

Energy Auditing 101: Rebounding From The Effects Of Extreme Weather

As we emerge from a scorching summer filled with record-breaking heat waves, the importance of managing energy consumption in commercial buildings is more evident than ever. See how an energy audit can help.
SARSCOV2 virus

A Layered Approach To Clean Air

In the pursuit of improved indoor air quality and infection mitigation, combining UVC and MERV 8 filters exceeds MERV 13 pathogen removal performance.
Indoor Air Quality

Clean Air Survey Focuses On IAQ In The Workplace

Only 29% of workers describe their workplace air as very clean, according to a survey for the International Day Of Clean Air.
HVAC Oil Additives

Restoring Lost Efficiency In An Aging HVAC System

In HVAC systems, the use of oil additives and new nano-technology solutions offers a promising solution for recovering lost efficiency.
August 2023 Issue

Facility Executive: August 2023 Issue

The August 2023 issue explores the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in building operations, cyber attacks, workplace violence, extreme weather, and more.
indoor air pollution lampshade

Can This Lampshade Destroy Indoor Air Pollution?

Scientists at Yonsei University have designed a clever coating that turns lampshades into indoor air purifiers.
Maintaining Buildings

Did You Miss Our Webinar? Maintaining Buildings In A Modern Age

View this free video webinar and learn tips for maintaining buildings, so you can take custody of your building knowledge and information.
skilled trades

Lowe’s Foundation Commits $8M To Support Skilled Trades Training

Training programs at community and technical colleges in nine states will benefit from Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants, a $50M commitment to skilled trades workforce development.
Air Quality

Three Tips To Keep IAQ Safer When Outdoor Air Is Unhealthy

From wildfire smoke to air pollution-ridden cities, facility managers must focus on healthier indoor air quality amidst outdoor air crisis fueled by climate change. Honeywell provides tips for keeping IAQ safer. 
Electric Boilers

Transitioning To Eco-Friendly Electric Boilers: 4 Key Considerations

When converting to electric boilers, consider power availability, how equipment fits, installation costs, and system reliability.
Healthy Facility

Summer Cleaning: Ensuring A Healthy Facility For 2023 & Beyond

Summer is a great time to conduct an internal audit of your facility's health and safety protocols, formalize best practices, and begin preparation for the rest of the year.
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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