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Smart building technology has the potential to deliver many operational benefits, but success ultimately depends on human understanding.
04/21/2019

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    The (Tech) Elephant In The Room

    Smart building technology has the potential to deliver many operational benefits, but success ultimately depends on human understanding.
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    The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recognize 183 ENERGY STAR partners for outstanding contributions to public health and the environment.
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    Honeywell will highlight its latest security and fire products at ISC West 2019 booth #12031 from April 10-12 in Las Vegas.
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    New Security Solutions at ISC West 2019

    Pelco by Schneider Electric will be exhibiting products, solutions, and services for several market segment applications at ISC West 2019.
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    ADA Compliance For Facilities

    Keep current with Americans with Disabilities Act developments to make better facilities decisions.
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    Emergency Lighting: Four Facts To Face

    Checking on emergency and exit lighting systems during the seasonal transition can help prepare a facility in the event of a power outage.
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    Facility Executive | April 2019 Issue

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    Enhancing School Security: What You Should Consider

    Budget, lighting, environments and other challenges to school security—and potential solutions for each.
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    Free Calculator Tools for ISSA Members

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    Victaulic Celebrates 100 Years

    In 1919, this provider of pipe joining and flow control solutions was granted its first patent for mechanical pipe joining, The Victory Joint.
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    Friday Funny: Dragons Fly In Las Vegas

    Blizzards, a burning lake, and dragons (of course) all make an appearance as Game of Thrones takes over the Fountains of Bellagio.
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    Network Cameras Play Part At Inclusive Training Facility

    Inclusive Sports and Fitness in Holbrook, NY uses Axis network cameras to help athletes with autism expand their physical, social and emotional skills.
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    Protect Smoke Detectors from Abuse

    Steel Web Stoppers incorporate a patented web-like octagon shape that simulates a spider’s web to protect smoke detectors where abuse is severe.
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    Duro-Last Expands With Duro-Shield Silicone Roof Coatings

    The new Duro-Shield Silicone line is a silicone-based roof coating designed to resist natural weathering while providing long-lasting watertight protection.
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    Pet Rescue Saves Energy Costs With Rooftop Solar System

    Dynamic Energy Solutions installed a 207-kilowatt rooftop system that’s expected save the Simon Foundation close to $1 million over the system's life.
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    EXTECH Glass Canopy System

    The SKYSHADE 2500 Series glass canopy system can be incorporated into freestanding structures, pavilions, walkways, and other covered entrances.
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    Process-Driven Facility Designed To Optimize Office, Fabrication Spaces

    H. Hendy Associates, an interior architecture and planning firm, designed a new Southern California manufacturing facility for MEP leader Southland Industries.
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    Technology

    Top Five Trends Driving POL Adoption For Smart Buildings

    Passive Optical Local Area Networks are the key to future-ready, cost-effective digital transformations in smart environments.
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    Security

    Partnership Addresses School Safety Challenges

    Through collaboration, Honeywell and NCS4 will work to enhance video and audio analytics technology capable of studying crowd behavior as well as identifying and locating guns, gunshots, and fights.
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    Hunter Douglas RB 500+ Automated Roller Shades Earn UL Certification

    Hunter Douglas Architectural Window Coverings' RB 500+ automated systems offer ultra-quiet technology, ADA compliance, and meets all child safety standards.
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    USGBC Launches LEED v4.1 For City, Community, Residential Projects

    This new version of the LEED green building program raises the bar for sustainable housing and cities.
    Interiors

    Ecore Launches Sanitary Base, Flash Cove Accessories For Commercial Surfaces

    Both accessories are ideal for healthcare applications that require sterility, such as operating rooms, intensive care units, and pharmacies among others.
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    Environment

    Three Green Solutions To Maximize Facility Usage, Profit

    Facilities that implement creative green solutions enjoy stronger constructions, lower costs, and more sustainable futures.
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    Safety

    Clear Comfort Pool Disinfection

    The Clear Comfort pool and spa disinfection system provides a healthier training environment for athletes and spectators.
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    Workplace Culture

    World Autism Awareness Day: Challenging Companies To Rethink Work Environments     

    Office design plays an essential role in reducing stress for adults with autism, who may have sensitivities to noise, bright lights, and social interactions common at work
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    Technology

    Smart Building Retrofits… What’s Holding You Back?

    As building owners and facilities teams consider upgrading to smart building infrastructure, here are three broad scenarios that may hold them back.
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    Energy Management & Lighting

    Here Comes The Sun: Motorized Window Treatments

    Motorized window treatments make more effective use of sunlight for commercial buildings.
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    Facility Management

    Aligning Facility Investment With Organizational Mission

    Facilities are often one of the most valuable assets for an organization, but developing a long-term facilities investment strategy the organization can rally around is a difficult task. This eBook discusses five steps for aligning facility investments with organizational mission.
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    Security

    LifeSafety Power “Outsmarts” Voltage Application Errors

    Now standard across the company’s product line, OutSmart™ Technology minimizes access control equipment installation errors by providing security integrators quick, visual notification of voltages with dual-color LED.
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    Security

    New Symmetry Intelligent Door Controller

    The Symmetry M4000 intelligent door controller is an open-source operating system that ensures complete system security, resilience, and reliability.
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    Interiors

    Linetec Introduces Two New Wood Grain Finishes

    Linetec has added two new patterns, Aged Light Oak and Aged Dark Oak, to its Gold Series Palette of wood grain finishes for architectural aluminum products.
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    Submerged 17 feet below sea level, Under — the world’s largest underwater restaurant — gives diners from around the world a look at Norway's diverse sea life.
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    Boon Edam Integrated Entry Solutions

    Integrated entry solutions will be on display at Boon Edam’s ISC West booth.
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    Technology

    Collaboration Provides Cloud-Based Advanced Energy Management Capabilities

    Carrier Connect Wi-Fi thermostats can now interface with Encycle’s cloud-based Swarm Logic energy savings technology, improving HVAC system efficiency using IoT-enabled services.
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