G-20 Summit Going To Pittsburgh This Fall
In preparation for the event, Smart City Networks will perform technology upgrades at the city's convention center.
Neverland Among The Tumbleweeds, Now That Peter Pan Is Gone Forever
Abandoned and tied up in legalities for many years, Neverland (which was sold in 2008) symbolized some of the financial turmoil and legal woes that swirled around the late Michael Jackson.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: FirstLine 924 UPS
This three-phase Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) from Staco Energy Products provides computer grade power quality for virtually any lighting system.
Senior Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Protect Chemical Facilities
This legislation makes CFATS permanent and enhances the program by making facilities, as a part of their vulnerability assessments, analyze how they can change their internal processes to reduce the consequences of a terrorist attack at their facility.
WEIRD WEDNESDAY: Off With His Head!
James Garfield is missing an important appendage.
Report Looks At Nanotech Loopholes
Potential asbestos-like litigation risks for nanotechnology companies and investors are hidden due to weak regulations governing disclosures of liabilities, according to a new report.
Clinton Climate Initiative Focuses on City Infrastructure
The program will support the development of large-scale urban projects that demonstrate cities can grow in ways that are “climate positive.”
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Natural Furniture Polish
Olive oil-based furniture polish from Earth Friendly Products cleans and conditions.
Phillies Go Greener
The MLB team's FM group has expanded its use of environmentally preferable cleaning products and practices at Citizens Bank Park.
OSHA Seeking Applicants for $7 million in Safety & Health Training Grants
OSHA is soliciting applications for nearly $7 million in Susan Harwood Training Grants available to nonprofit, community, and faith-based organizations. Applications are due July 24, 2009.
From Where I Sit: RIP Dilbert
TFM Columnist Dr. Tim Springer makes the case for eliminating Dilbert and Dilbertvilles.
Services & Maintenance: Avoiding The Landfill
Contributor Walt Munroe addresses how reuse and recycling are among the disposal strategies for surplus furniture.
The HVAC Factor: Ductless Mini-Splits
In certain spaces, this type of system can ease the demand on a facility manager
FM Issue: Effectively Resolving Construction Related Disputes
To encourage a successful outcome, teams should ensure that a construction project contractor exercises best practices.
Building Automation Trends: Integration Revolution
The next wave of building automation systems may help simplify operations while saving energy.
FM Frequency: There’s Something In The Air…Or Is There?
In this expanded FM Frequency offering, Jeff Crane explains how an indoor air quality complaint triggered this hypothetical investigation.
Twenty-Three Recognized For Energy Work
These industry members' induction into the new Energy Efficiency Hall of Fame was a prelude to the 20th Annual Energy Efficiency Forum.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Rover HVE Extractor From Dri-Eaz
The Rover is designed for water removal after flooding occurs in a facility.
Tulsa Chapter of IFMA Takes New Approach to Summer Internship Program
With the recent economic downturn, the prospect of finding employment this summer presents a challenge for students across the country, including those at Oklahoma State University. To one OSU student’s delight, the Tulsa Chapter of the International Facility Management Association has come to the rescue, offering her an internship with four local businesses whose employees are affiliated with the chapter.
ANSI Approved as Accreditation Body for EPA WaterSense Program
ANSI and the EPA have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to mark ANSI's acceptance as an Accreditation Body to participate in the EPA WaterSense Program.