Technology

Buildings can be smart, as technologically complex as computers, due to building automation, interoperability, wifi, HVAC, and other high tech components.



BIM: Digital Data To Enhance Facility Management

After being utilized during a construction project, Building Information Modeling (BIM) can be used to assist the operations and maintenance of the facility.
mobile credential

Expanded Mobile Credential App

Brivo added three new usability options for opening doors with its signature mobile credential application, Brivo Onair Pass.
USB charging

New Solar Charging Kit From Legrand

The Solar Charging Kit adds USB charging for mobile devices to commercial and hospitality outdoor spaces without the time or hassle of a full construction project.
facilities

Five Ways To Improve FM With Tech Tools

Gaining real-time visibility across locations can be accelerated by digitizing outdated manual workflows and deploying intelligent tools that connect granular data from the field.
remote monitoring

Sensaphone Remote Monitoring

LTE Cellular Modem with Battery Backup ensures continuous monitoring of critical equipment and environmental conditions where an Ethernet connection is inaccessible.
human-machine interface

IDEC Upgrades Human-Machine Interface Line

IDEC Corporation upgraded HG2G-V5 5.7", HG3G-V8 8.4", HG3G-VA 10.4", and HG4G-VC 12.1" HMI touchscreen models, which are a fit for both new and retrofit applications.
fire detection

Advanced Fire Detection Supports Super Bowl LIII

In 2019, aspirating smoke detection technology was selected as quick installation solution for temporary broadcast offices at biggest game of the year.
smart cards

FIDO2 Converged Smart Cards & Keys

HID Global has added FIDO2 authentication to its Crescendo smart cards, enabling them to support the FIDO Alliance industry initiative focused on standards-based “password-less” sign-in.
equipment maintenance

Proactive Equipment Maintenance, The Ben Franklin Way

In order to maximize efficiency and reduce costs, a balance between proactive measures and reactive maintenance must be made.
Managed Services Program

STANLEY’s Managed Services Program

STANLEY technology specialists deliver customized, intelligent automation solutions to resolve security vulnerabilities in near real time
facilities maintenance

Integrate CMMS And Engineering Data To Optimize Plant Maintenance

Efficiency of facilities maintenance teams improves with Engineering Information Management (EIM) — linking a CMMS with engineering schematics.
Visual Networking Platform

Userful Visual Networking Platform Control

A real-time interactive drag-and-drop control tool has been added to Userful's Visual Networking Platform.
work environments

Employee Well-Being Is Driving Workplace Design

The 2019 Workplace Report from Ted Moudis Associates indicates employee well-being is becoming a primary driver for tailored work environments.
SUMR HITS 5000 grill

Friday Funny: Pump Up The Grill

The SUMR HITS 5000 — a first-of-its kind artificial intelligence-powered grill — brings the heat, and the beat.
Building Automation Data

Did You Miss Our “Start The Journey To Unlock Building Automation Data” Webinar?

View this free video webinar sponsored by OSIsoft and take a journey through the building automation systems at the San Leandro Tech Campus.
pump cavitation

Armstrong Detects Pump Cavitation

A new capability on Pump Manager, an Active Performance Management Service, can detect and alert building managers about impending pump cavitation.
Building Automation Data

Webinar: Start The Journey To Unlock Building Automation Data

Join us for this free webinar sponsored by OSIsoft and take a journey through the building automation systems at the San Leandro Tech Campus.
HVAC

Question Of The Week: Are These Five HVACR Trends Impacting Your Facilities?

AHR Expo Expert Council convened to discuss and develop consensus views on five HVACR trends poised to be hot topics for the industry.
power and energy meters

Enercept Power and Energy Meters

Enercept series meters solve the challenges that organizations face in creating more efficient buildings in retrofit environments.
Epson Moverio Assist

Epson Announces Moverio Assist

Epson Moverio Assist is an easy-to-use, “see-what-I-see” remote assistance and inspection solution using Moverio smart glasses for difficult repairs or work tasks out in the field
Workforce Shortages Webinar

5 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).

[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.