FACILITIES MANAGEMENT The Scottish Rite Center in Wichita, Kansas recently ran into a common problem with its metal cooling tower that supported the HVAC system – it had completely rusted-out. When TempleLive took over the facility, the company was determined to make it a premier venue.

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The Flanders Hotel in Ocean City, NJ recently completed more than $10 million in renovations, revamping almost every portion of the hotel and adding 21 new suites and five penthouses. However, this expansion created major issues for the building’s HVAC system’s cooling tower, which was now both undersized and at the end of its service

life.

PREVENTIVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Back FM Articles Preventive Cleaning and Maintenance. When we talk about preventive maintenance, or as it is more formally referred to, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), we typically are addressing such things as machinery, computers and electronics, cars, buses, airplanes, etc. Planned preventive maintenance or PPM is performed while a piece of equipment is performing well. WINTER FACILITY PREPARATION CHECKLIST Sweep up debris and check tar seals. Keep roof drains clear and be prepared if necessary to pump water off roof. Check that flashings are flush and secure. Plan for emergency snow removal in event of heavy accumulation. Identify and supply proper equipment and check it in advance of predicted snows. WORK ORDERS: MANAGING MAINTENANCE BACKLOG Create, update, and manage work orders from a computer, Smartphone, or mobile device. Attach invoices, documents, schematics, diagrams, files, or photos to work orders. Access operation manuals, warranty details, images, and other documents. Attach notes and other special instructions. Provides real-time collaboration between team members. THE IN-HOUSE VS. OUTSOURCED CLEANING QUANDARY The In-House Vs. Outsourced Cleaning Quandary. It is very common for schools and universities to have their own staff attend to cleaning tasks for their facilities. This is referred to as in-house cleaning and, as we will discuss later, there can be very specific reasons HOW MANY MILS IS YOUR COATING? How Many Mils Is Your Coating? From the job shop to the robotic assembly floor, it is vital that the product be made well and correctly coated for protection, aesthetics, and performance. So, industries like automotive, aerospace, and those utilizing plating, anodizing, powder coating or other coatings need accurate coating thickness measurement. SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC Energy and water savings go hand in hand. If a facility’s cooling tower is using more than 3 gallons of water per ton-hour of cooling, the HVAC system is running inefficiently. Optimization can cut that usage to 2.5 to 2 gallons per ton-hour of cooling while reducing energy use and costs. The main factors determining a commercial

building’s

RIGID-FOAM INSULATION TO MEET FIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE Fire Test Procedures for Rigid-Foam Insulation. NFPA 285 testing involves construction of a two-story room, with the proposed wall assembly as the exterior wall. The lower room includes a window opening (non-glazed). To simulate a building fire, a gas burner is placed in the center of the lower room, and a second, portable gas

burner is placed

USING THE RIGHT PIPING MATERIAL FOR YOUR PLUMBING Hot water drains. Waste and water disposal pipes. Copper Pipe. Since the 1960s, copper piping has been the standard for most home plumbing applications. The long lifespan and durability of this piping makes it an excellent choice for many applications. It tolerates heat well and is extremely resistant to corrosion. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT The Scottish Rite Center in Wichita, Kansas recently ran into a common problem with its metal cooling tower that supported the HVAC system – it had completely rusted-out. When TempleLive took over the facility, the company was determined to make it a premier venue.

CASE STUDIES

The Flanders Hotel in Ocean City, NJ recently completed more than $10 million in renovations, revamping almost every portion of the hotel and adding 21 new suites and five penthouses. However, this expansion created major issues for the building’s HVAC system’s cooling tower, which was now both undersized and at the end of its service

life.

PREVENTIVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Back FM Articles Preventive Cleaning and Maintenance. When we talk about preventive maintenance, or as it is more formally referred to, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), we typically are addressing such things as machinery, computers and electronics, cars, buses, airplanes, etc. Planned preventive maintenance or PPM is performed while a piece of equipment is performing well. WINTER FACILITY PREPARATION CHECKLIST Sweep up debris and check tar seals. Keep roof drains clear and be prepared if necessary to pump water off roof. Check that flashings are flush and secure. Plan for emergency snow removal in event of heavy accumulation. Identify and supply proper equipment and check it in advance of predicted snows. WORK ORDERS: MANAGING MAINTENANCE BACKLOG Create, update, and manage work orders from a computer, Smartphone, or mobile device. Attach invoices, documents, schematics, diagrams, files, or photos to work orders. Access operation manuals, warranty details, images, and other documents. Attach notes and other special instructions. Provides real-time collaboration between team members. THE IN-HOUSE VS. OUTSOURCED CLEANING QUANDARY The In-House Vs. Outsourced Cleaning Quandary. It is very common for schools and universities to have their own staff attend to cleaning tasks for their facilities. This is referred to as in-house cleaning and, as we will discuss later, there can be very specific reasons HOW MANY MILS IS YOUR COATING? How Many Mils Is Your Coating? From the job shop to the robotic assembly floor, it is vital that the product be made well and correctly coated for protection, aesthetics, and performance. So, industries like automotive, aerospace, and those utilizing plating, anodizing, powder coating or other coatings need accurate coating thickness measurement. SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC Energy and water savings go hand in hand. If a facility’s cooling tower is using more than 3 gallons of water per ton-hour of cooling, the HVAC system is running inefficiently. Optimization can cut that usage to 2.5 to 2 gallons per ton-hour of cooling while reducing energy use and costs. The main factors determining a commercial

building’s

RIGID-FOAM INSULATION TO MEET FIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE Fire Test Procedures for Rigid-Foam Insulation. NFPA 285 testing involves construction of a two-story room, with the proposed wall assembly as the exterior wall. The lower room includes a window opening (non-glazed). To simulate a building fire, a gas burner is placed in the center of the lower room, and a second, portable gas

burner is placed

USING THE RIGHT PIPING MATERIAL FOR YOUR PLUMBING Hot water drains. Waste and water disposal pipes. Copper Pipe. Since the 1960s, copper piping has been the standard for most home plumbing applications. The long lifespan and durability of this piping makes it an excellent choice for many applications. It tolerates heat well and is extremely resistant to corrosion. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT The Scottish Rite Center in Wichita, Kansas recently ran into a common problem with its metal cooling tower that supported the HVAC system – it had completely rusted-out. When TempleLive took over the facility, the company was determined to make it a premier venue. WORK ORDERS: MANAGING MAINTENANCE BACKLOG Create, update, and manage work orders from a computer, Smartphone, or mobile device. Attach invoices, documents, schematics, diagrams, files, or photos to work orders. Access operation manuals, warranty details, images, and other documents. Attach notes and other special instructions. Provides real-time collaboration between team members.

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Aspirating Smoke Detection Enhances Safety & More. For hotels and resorts, complying with fire safety codes such as NFPA 72 requires annual smoke detection inspection and testing. This can be costly and time consuming with traditional spot smoke detectors located in hard-to-access, high ceiling locations given that testing involves

introducing

FACILITY SERVICE QUALITY: WHY FOCUSING ON QUALITY OVER Back FM Articles Facility Service Quality: Why Focusing on Quality Over Cost Pays. For many companies, outsourcing facility services is a good way to reduce costs, improve the occupant experience, and free up time to focus on business growth. FLOOR CARE MAINTENANCE: FUNDAMENTALS OF A FINISHED FLOOR The built-in, anti-slip properties are most effective if a finished floor is maintained at high shine, and the built-in waxes in the finish are able to yield a higher coefficient of friction to make the floor less slippery and to: Add shine and beautify the floor. Make the floor easier to clean. Protect the floor, thus lowering the overall

cost

IS IT TIME TO MODERNIZE YOUR ELEVATORS? Timeline. The scope of your modernization will determine how long the process takes. A standard two to three-stop hydraulic elevator may have downtime of four weeks. A high-rise traction elevator would take longer, typically 10 to 12 weeks. SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC Energy and water savings go hand in hand. If a facility’s cooling tower is using more than 3 gallons of water per ton-hour of cooling, the HVAC system is running inefficiently. Optimization can cut that usage to 2.5 to 2 gallons per ton-hour of cooling while reducing energy use and costs. The main factors determining a commercial

building’s

HOW MANY MILS IS YOUR COATING? How Many Mils Is Your Coating? From the job shop to the robotic assembly floor, it is vital that the product be made well and correctly coated for protection, aesthetics, and performance. So, industries like automotive, aerospace, and those utilizing plating, anodizing, powder coating or other coatings need accurate coating thickness measurement. MEDICAL CENTER UPGRADES VISIBILITY AND DOWNGRADES ENERGY The Cree 304 Series ™ LED luminaires were selected to upgrade the parking structure with a versatile design that can be configured to achieve target efficacy and lumen maintenance for significant reduction in energy use. Said Dwight Hill, Director of Facilities Management at Advocate BroMenn, “Our metal halide lighting was expensive to operate and maintain, so I saw an opportunity for a THE GREAT DEBATE: PAPER TOWELS VS. AIR DRYERS According to the Westminster study, jet dryers, due to their speed and construction, spread an average of 60 times more of the tested virus than the warm air dryer, and 1,300 times more than paper towels. While the virus in the study was not dangerous, in reality, germs on hands often contain fecal matter, which can result in unpleasant and FACILITIES MANAGEMENT The Scottish Rite Center in Wichita, Kansas recently ran into a common problem with its metal cooling tower that supported the HVAC system – it had completely rusted-out. When TempleLive took over the facility, the company was determined to make it a premier venue.

CASE STUDIES

The Flanders Hotel in Ocean City, NJ recently completed more than $10 million in renovations, revamping almost every portion of the hotel and adding 21 new suites and five penthouses. However, this expansion created major issues for the building’s HVAC system’s cooling tower, which was now both undersized and at the end of its service

life.

PREVENTIVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Back FM Articles Preventive Cleaning and Maintenance. When we talk about preventive maintenance, or as it is more formally referred to, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), we typically are addressing such things as machinery, computers and electronics, cars, buses, airplanes, etc. Planned preventive maintenance or PPM is performed while a piece of equipment is performing well. WINTER FACILITY PREPARATION CHECKLIST Sweep up debris and check tar seals. Keep roof drains clear and be prepared if necessary to pump water off roof. Check that flashings are flush and secure. Plan for emergency snow removal in event of heavy accumulation. Identify and supply proper equipment and check it in advance of predicted snows. WORK ORDERS: MANAGING MAINTENANCE BACKLOG Create, update, and manage work orders from a computer, Smartphone, or mobile device. Attach invoices, documents, schematics, diagrams, files, or photos to work orders. Access operation manuals, warranty details, images, and other documents. Attach notes and other special instructions. Provides real-time collaboration between team members. THE IN-HOUSE VS. OUTSOURCED CLEANING QUANDARY The In-House Vs. Outsourced Cleaning Quandary. It is very common for schools and universities to have their own staff attend to cleaning tasks for their facilities. This is referred to as in-house cleaning and, as we will discuss later, there can be very specific reasons HOW MANY MILS IS YOUR COATING? How Many Mils Is Your Coating? From the job shop to the robotic assembly floor, it is vital that the product be made well and correctly coated for protection, aesthetics, and performance. So, industries like automotive, aerospace, and those utilizing plating, anodizing, powder coating or other coatings need accurate coating thickness measurement. SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC Energy and water savings go hand in hand. If a facility’s cooling tower is using more than 3 gallons of water per ton-hour of cooling, the HVAC system is running inefficiently. Optimization can cut that usage to 2.5 to 2 gallons per ton-hour of cooling while reducing energy use and costs. The main factors determining a commercial

building’s

RIGID-FOAM INSULATION TO MEET FIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE Fire Test Procedures for Rigid-Foam Insulation. NFPA 285 testing involves construction of a two-story room, with the proposed wall assembly as the exterior wall. The lower room includes a window opening (non-glazed). To simulate a building fire, a gas burner is placed in the center of the lower room, and a second, portable gas

burner is placed

USING THE RIGHT PIPING MATERIAL FOR YOUR PLUMBING Hot water drains. Waste and water disposal pipes. Copper Pipe. Since the 1960s, copper piping has been the standard for most home plumbing applications. The long lifespan and durability of this piping makes it an excellent choice for many applications. It tolerates heat well and is extremely resistant to corrosion. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT The Scottish Rite Center in Wichita, Kansas recently ran into a common problem with its metal cooling tower that supported the HVAC system – it had completely rusted-out. When TempleLive took over the facility, the company was determined to make it a premier venue.

CASE STUDIES

The Flanders Hotel in Ocean City, NJ recently completed more than $10 million in renovations, revamping almost every portion of the hotel and adding 21 new suites and five penthouses. However, this expansion created major issues for the building’s HVAC system’s cooling tower, which was now both undersized and at the end of its service

life.

PREVENTIVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Back FM Articles Preventive Cleaning and Maintenance. When we talk about preventive maintenance, or as it is more formally referred to, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), we typically are addressing such things as machinery, computers and electronics, cars, buses, airplanes, etc. Planned preventive maintenance or PPM is performed while a piece of equipment is performing well. WINTER FACILITY PREPARATION CHECKLIST Sweep up debris and check tar seals. Keep roof drains clear and be prepared if necessary to pump water off roof. Check that flashings are flush and secure. Plan for emergency snow removal in event of heavy accumulation. Identify and supply proper equipment and check it in advance of predicted snows. WORK ORDERS: MANAGING MAINTENANCE BACKLOG Create, update, and manage work orders from a computer, Smartphone, or mobile device. Attach invoices, documents, schematics, diagrams, files, or photos to work orders. Access operation manuals, warranty details, images, and other documents. Attach notes and other special instructions. Provides real-time collaboration between team members. THE IN-HOUSE VS. OUTSOURCED CLEANING QUANDARY The In-House Vs. Outsourced Cleaning Quandary. It is very common for schools and universities to have their own staff attend to cleaning tasks for their facilities. This is referred to as in-house cleaning and, as we will discuss later, there can be very specific reasons HOW MANY MILS IS YOUR COATING? How Many Mils Is Your Coating? From the job shop to the robotic assembly floor, it is vital that the product be made well and correctly coated for protection, aesthetics, and performance. So, industries like automotive, aerospace, and those utilizing plating, anodizing, powder coating or other coatings need accurate coating thickness measurement. SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC Energy and water savings go hand in hand. If a facility’s cooling tower is using more than 3 gallons of water per ton-hour of cooling, the HVAC system is running inefficiently. Optimization can cut that usage to 2.5 to 2 gallons per ton-hour of cooling while reducing energy use and costs. The main factors determining a commercial

building’s

RIGID-FOAM INSULATION TO MEET FIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE Fire Test Procedures for Rigid-Foam Insulation. NFPA 285 testing involves construction of a two-story room, with the proposed wall assembly as the exterior wall. The lower room includes a window opening (non-glazed). To simulate a building fire, a gas burner is placed in the center of the lower room, and a second, portable gas

burner is placed

USING THE RIGHT PIPING MATERIAL FOR YOUR PLUMBING Hot water drains. Waste and water disposal pipes. Copper Pipe. Since the 1960s, copper piping has been the standard for most home plumbing applications. The long lifespan and durability of this piping makes it an excellent choice for many applications. It tolerates heat well and is extremely resistant to corrosion. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT The Scottish Rite Center in Wichita, Kansas recently ran into a common problem with its metal cooling tower that supported the HVAC system – it had completely rusted-out. When TempleLive took over the facility, the company was determined to make it a premier venue. WORK ORDERS: MANAGING MAINTENANCE BACKLOG Create, update, and manage work orders from a computer, Smartphone, or mobile device. Attach invoices, documents, schematics, diagrams, files, or photos to work orders. Access operation manuals, warranty details, images, and other documents. Attach notes and other special instructions. Provides real-time collaboration between team members.

FM ARTICLES

Aspirating Smoke Detection Enhances Safety & More. For hotels and resorts, complying with fire safety codes such as NFPA 72 requires annual smoke detection inspection and testing. This can be costly and time consuming with traditional spot smoke detectors located in hard-to-access, high ceiling locations given that testing involves

introducing

FACILITY SERVICE QUALITY: WHY FOCUSING ON QUALITY OVER Back FM Articles Facility Service Quality: Why Focusing on Quality Over Cost Pays. For many companies, outsourcing facility services is a good way to reduce costs, improve the occupant experience, and free up time to focus on business growth. FLOOR CARE MAINTENANCE: FUNDAMENTALS OF A FINISHED FLOOR The built-in, anti-slip properties are most effective if a finished floor is maintained at high shine, and the built-in waxes in the finish are able to yield a higher coefficient of friction to make the floor less slippery and to: Add shine and beautify the floor. Make the floor easier to clean. Protect the floor, thus lowering the overall

cost

IS IT TIME TO MODERNIZE YOUR ELEVATORS? Timeline. The scope of your modernization will determine how long the process takes. A standard two to three-stop hydraulic elevator may have downtime of four weeks. A high-rise traction elevator would take longer, typically 10 to 12 weeks. SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC Energy and water savings go hand in hand. If a facility’s cooling tower is using more than 3 gallons of water per ton-hour of cooling, the HVAC system is running inefficiently. Optimization can cut that usage to 2.5 to 2 gallons per ton-hour of cooling while reducing energy use and costs. The main factors determining a commercial

building’s

HOW MANY MILS IS YOUR COATING? How Many Mils Is Your Coating? From the job shop to the robotic assembly floor, it is vital that the product be made well and correctly coated for protection, aesthetics, and performance. So, industries like automotive, aerospace, and those utilizing plating, anodizing, powder coating or other coatings need accurate coating thickness measurement. MEDICAL CENTER UPGRADES VISIBILITY AND DOWNGRADES ENERGY The Cree 304 Series ™ LED luminaires were selected to upgrade the parking structure with a versatile design that can be configured to achieve target efficacy and lumen maintenance for significant reduction in energy use. Said Dwight Hill, Director of Facilities Management at Advocate BroMenn, “Our metal halide lighting was expensive to operate and maintain, so I saw an opportunity for a THE GREAT DEBATE: PAPER TOWELS VS. AIR DRYERS According to the Westminster study, jet dryers, due to their speed and construction, spread an average of 60 times more of the tested virus than the warm air dryer, and 1,300 times more than paper towels. While the virus in the study was not dangerous, in reality, germs on hands often contain fecal matter, which can result in unpleasant and FACILITIES MANAGEMENT Looking for a New Cleaning Contractor? On the website of a 40-year-old contract cleaning company, the owner states that his company is “committed to preventing the spread of germs in workplaces and takes special care when disinfecting restrooms.”

CASE STUDIES

SubAir Puts Hydronics in Play at New Columbus Soccer Stadium. When the defending MLS Cup champion Columbus Crew SC opens its new downtown stadium and training complex this summer, they are sure to be the envy of Major League Soccer franchises everywhere. WINTER FACILITY PREPARATION CHECKLIST FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. PREVENTIVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Back FM Articles Preventive Cleaning and Maintenance. When we talk about preventive maintenance, or as it is more formally referred to, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), we typically are addressing such things as machinery, computers and electronics, cars, buses, airplanes, etc. Planned preventive maintenance or PPM is performed while a piece of equipment is performing well. WORK ORDERS: MANAGING MAINTENANCE BACKLOG FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. THE IN-HOUSE VS. OUTSOURCED CLEANING QUANDARY FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. MAINTAINING SAFETY AND SECURITY DURING MAJOR CONSTRUCTION FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. TODAY'S LEADING BUILDING AUTOMATION SYSTEMS (BAS Back FM Articles Today’s Leading Building Automation Systems (BAS) A building automation system (BAS) uses interlinked networks of software and hardware to monitor and control a building’s mechanical and electrical systems, including heating, ventilation and SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. RIGID-FOAM INSULATION TO MEET FIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE Back FM Articles Rigid-Foam Insulation to Meet Fire Requirements for Safe Schools & Hospitals. Some design professionals are responsible for a particularly important task: properly specifying rigid-foam insulation that meets fire requirements for safe school and hospital

facilities.

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT Looking for a New Cleaning Contractor? On the website of a 40-year-old contract cleaning company, the owner states that his company is “committed to preventing the spread of germs in workplaces and takes special care when disinfecting restrooms.”

CASE STUDIES

SubAir Puts Hydronics in Play at New Columbus Soccer Stadium. When the defending MLS Cup champion Columbus Crew SC opens its new downtown stadium and training complex this summer, they are sure to be the envy of Major League Soccer franchises everywhere. WINTER FACILITY PREPARATION CHECKLIST FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. PREVENTIVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Back FM Articles Preventive Cleaning and Maintenance. When we talk about preventive maintenance, or as it is more formally referred to, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), we typically are addressing such things as machinery, computers and electronics, cars, buses, airplanes, etc. Planned preventive maintenance or PPM is performed while a piece of equipment is performing well. WORK ORDERS: MANAGING MAINTENANCE BACKLOG FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. THE IN-HOUSE VS. OUTSOURCED CLEANING QUANDARY FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. MAINTAINING SAFETY AND SECURITY DURING MAJOR CONSTRUCTION FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. TODAY'S LEADING BUILDING AUTOMATION SYSTEMS (BAS Back FM Articles Today’s Leading Building Automation Systems (BAS) A building automation system (BAS) uses interlinked networks of software and hardware to monitor and control a building’s mechanical and electrical systems, including heating, ventilation and SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. RIGID-FOAM INSULATION TO MEET FIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE Back FM Articles Rigid-Foam Insulation to Meet Fire Requirements for Safe Schools & Hospitals. Some design professionals are responsible for a particularly important task: properly specifying rigid-foam insulation that meets fire requirements for safe school and hospital

facilities.

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Looking for a New Cleaning Contractor? On the website of a 40-year-old contract cleaning company, the owner states that his company is “committed to preventing the spread of germs in workplaces and takes special care when disinfecting restrooms.” WORK ORDERS: MANAGING MAINTENANCE BACKLOG FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. TODAY'S LEADING BUILDING AUTOMATION SYSTEMS (BAS Back FM Articles Today’s Leading Building Automation Systems (BAS) A building automation system (BAS) uses interlinked networks of software and hardware to monitor and control a building’s mechanical and electrical systems, including heating, ventilation and FACILITY SERVICE QUALITY: WHY FOCUSING ON QUALITY OVER Back FM Articles Facility Service Quality: Why Focusing on Quality Over Cost Pays. For many companies, outsourcing facility services is a good way to reduce costs, improve the occupant experience, and free up time to focus on business growth. PREPARING YOUR FACILITY FOR THE WINTER WITH CMMS SOFTWARE Back FM Articles Preparing Your Facility for the Winter With CMMS Software. COVID-19 has had major impacts on businesses today. As businesses are starting to get back into operations, facility managers have a lot of challenges ahead of them. FLOOR CARE MAINTENANCE: FUNDAMENTALS OF A FINISHED FLOOR Back FM Articles Floor Care Maintenance: Fundamentals of a Finished Floor Care Program. Likely, the first thing someone sees when entering your facility are your floors, which, depending on how clean or dirty they look, can shape their perceptions of how clean and sanitary the

entire building is.

SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. HOW MANY MILS IS YOUR COATING? FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. THE GREAT DEBATE: PAPER TOWELS VS. AIR DRYERS FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. MEDICAL CENTER UPGRADES VISIBILITY AND DOWNGRADES ENERGY The Cree 304 Series ™ LED luminaires were selected to upgrade the parking structure with a versatile design that can be configured to achieve target efficacy and lumen maintenance for significant reduction in energy use. Said Dwight Hill, Director of Facilities Management at Advocate BroMenn, “Our metal halide lighting was expensive to operate and maintain, so I saw an opportunity for a

CASE STUDIES

The Flanders Hotel in Ocean City, NJ recently completed more than $10 million in renovations, revamping almost every portion of the hotel and adding 21 new suites and five penthouses. However, this expansion created major issues for the building’s HVAC system’s cooling tower, which was now both undersized and at the end of its service

life.

WORK ORDERS: MANAGING MAINTENANCE BACKLOG Create, update, and manage work orders from a computer, Smartphone, or mobile device. Attach invoices, documents, schematics, diagrams, files, or photos to work orders. Access operation manuals, warranty details, images, and other documents. Attach notes and other special instructions. Provides real-time collaboration between team members. WINTER FACILITY PREPARATION CHECKLIST Sweep up debris and check tar seals. Keep roof drains clear and be prepared if necessary to pump water off roof. Check that flashings are flush and secure. Plan for emergency snow removal in event of heavy accumulation. Identify and supply proper equipment and check it in advance of predicted snows. PREVENTIVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Back FM Articles Preventive Cleaning and Maintenance. When we talk about preventive maintenance, or as it is more formally referred to, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), we typically are addressing such things as machinery, computers and electronics, cars, buses, airplanes, etc. Planned preventive maintenance or PPM is performed while a piece of equipment is performing well. FACILITY SERVICE QUALITY: WHY FOCUSING ON QUALITY OVER Back FM Articles Facility Service Quality: Why Focusing on Quality Over Cost Pays. For many companies, outsourcing facility services is a good way to reduce costs, improve the occupant experience, and free up time to focus on business growth. TODAY'S LEADING BUILDING AUTOMATION SYSTEMS (BAS A building automation system (BAS) uses interlinked networks of software and hardware to monitor and control a building’s mechanical and electrical systems, including heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC), lighting, security and fire systems. This centralized computer-based control system enables these systems to

communicate on a

THE IN-HOUSE VS. OUTSOURCED CLEANING QUANDARY The In-House Vs. Outsourced Cleaning Quandary. It is very common for schools and universities to have their own staff attend to cleaning tasks for their facilities. This is referred to as in-house cleaning and, as we will discuss later, there can be very specific reasons MAINTAINING SAFETY AND SECURITY DURING MAJOR CONSTRUCTION Maintaining Safety and Security During Major Construction Projects. Construction projects in public spaces such as schools and hospitals are on the rise across the country. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, education construction is estimated to have exceeded $98.9 billion in 2018; and in that same year, 12 hospitals and health

systems

RIGID-FOAM INSULATION TO MEET FIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE Fire Test Procedures for Rigid-Foam Insulation. NFPA 285 testing involves construction of a two-story room, with the proposed wall assembly as the exterior wall. The lower room includes a window opening (non-glazed). To simulate a building fire, a gas burner is placed in the center of the lower room, and a second, portable gas

burner is placed

SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC Energy and water savings go hand in hand. If a facility’s cooling tower is using more than 3 gallons of water per ton-hour of cooling, the HVAC system is running inefficiently. Optimization can cut that usage to 2.5 to 2 gallons per ton-hour of cooling while reducing energy use and costs. The main factors determining a commercial

building’s

CASE STUDIES

The Flanders Hotel in Ocean City, NJ recently completed more than $10 million in renovations, revamping almost every portion of the hotel and adding 21 new suites and five penthouses. However, this expansion created major issues for the building’s HVAC system’s cooling tower, which was now both undersized and at the end of its service

life.

WORK ORDERS: MANAGING MAINTENANCE BACKLOG Create, update, and manage work orders from a computer, Smartphone, or mobile device. Attach invoices, documents, schematics, diagrams, files, or photos to work orders. Access operation manuals, warranty details, images, and other documents. Attach notes and other special instructions. Provides real-time collaboration between team members. WINTER FACILITY PREPARATION CHECKLIST Sweep up debris and check tar seals. Keep roof drains clear and be prepared if necessary to pump water off roof. Check that flashings are flush and secure. Plan for emergency snow removal in event of heavy accumulation. Identify and supply proper equipment and check it in advance of predicted snows. PREVENTIVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Back FM Articles Preventive Cleaning and Maintenance. When we talk about preventive maintenance, or as it is more formally referred to, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), we typically are addressing such things as machinery, computers and electronics, cars, buses, airplanes, etc. Planned preventive maintenance or PPM is performed while a piece of equipment is performing well. FACILITY SERVICE QUALITY: WHY FOCUSING ON QUALITY OVER Back FM Articles Facility Service Quality: Why Focusing on Quality Over Cost Pays. For many companies, outsourcing facility services is a good way to reduce costs, improve the occupant experience, and free up time to focus on business growth. TODAY'S LEADING BUILDING AUTOMATION SYSTEMS (BAS A building automation system (BAS) uses interlinked networks of software and hardware to monitor and control a building’s mechanical and electrical systems, including heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC), lighting, security and fire systems. This centralized computer-based control system enables these systems to

communicate on a

THE IN-HOUSE VS. OUTSOURCED CLEANING QUANDARY The In-House Vs. Outsourced Cleaning Quandary. It is very common for schools and universities to have their own staff attend to cleaning tasks for their facilities. This is referred to as in-house cleaning and, as we will discuss later, there can be very specific reasons MAINTAINING SAFETY AND SECURITY DURING MAJOR CONSTRUCTION Maintaining Safety and Security During Major Construction Projects. Construction projects in public spaces such as schools and hospitals are on the rise across the country. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, education construction is estimated to have exceeded $98.9 billion in 2018; and in that same year, 12 hospitals and health

systems

RIGID-FOAM INSULATION TO MEET FIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE Fire Test Procedures for Rigid-Foam Insulation. NFPA 285 testing involves construction of a two-story room, with the proposed wall assembly as the exterior wall. The lower room includes a window opening (non-glazed). To simulate a building fire, a gas burner is placed in the center of the lower room, and a second, portable gas

burner is placed

SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC Energy and water savings go hand in hand. If a facility’s cooling tower is using more than 3 gallons of water per ton-hour of cooling, the HVAC system is running inefficiently. Optimization can cut that usage to 2.5 to 2 gallons per ton-hour of cooling while reducing energy use and costs. The main factors determining a commercial

building’s

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT The Scottish Rite Center in Wichita, Kansas recently ran into a common problem with its metal cooling tower that supported the HVAC system – it had completely rusted-out. When TempleLive took over the facility, the company was determined to make it a premier venue.

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The Future of Electric Scissor Lifts is Here. JLG Industries, Inc., elevates the access industry once again with its now available all-electric DaVinci ™ AE1932 scissor lift. Featuring zero hydraulics to help eliminate job site leaks and zero emissions to help control job site pollution, this 19-ft scissor lift is purpose-built for applications where stringent environmental regulations must WORK ORDERS: MANAGING MAINTENANCE BACKLOG Create, update, and manage work orders from a computer, Smartphone, or mobile device. Attach invoices, documents, schematics, diagrams, files, or photos to work orders. Access operation manuals, warranty details, images, and other documents. Attach notes and other special instructions. Provides real-time collaboration between team members.

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introducing

FACILITY SERVICE QUALITY: WHY FOCUSING ON QUALITY OVER Back FM Articles Facility Service Quality: Why Focusing on Quality Over Cost Pays. For many companies, outsourcing facility services is a good way to reduce costs, improve the occupant experience, and free up time to focus on business growth. FLOOR CARE MAINTENANCE: FUNDAMENTALS OF A FINISHED FLOOR The built-in, anti-slip properties are most effective if a finished floor is maintained at high shine, and the built-in waxes in the finish are able to yield a higher coefficient of friction to make the floor less slippery and to: Add shine and beautify the floor. Make the floor easier to clean. Protect the floor, thus lowering the overall

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SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC Energy and water savings go hand in hand. If a facility’s cooling tower is using more than 3 gallons of water per ton-hour of cooling, the HVAC system is running inefficiently. Optimization can cut that usage to 2.5 to 2 gallons per ton-hour of cooling while reducing energy use and costs. The main factors determining a commercial

building’s

IS IT TIME TO MODERNIZE YOUR ELEVATORS? FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. WHAT SMART RESTROOM DATA WILL TELL YOU ABOUT YOUR VENUE Back FM Articles What Smart Restroom Data Will Tell You About Your Venue Efficiency. It’s a universal human experience. You’re at the airport, a ball game, or maybe you’re in a municipal building to challenge a parking ticket or renew your government ID. THE GREAT DEBATE: PAPER TOWELS VS. AIR DRYERS According to the Westminster study, jet dryers, due to their speed and construction, spread an average of 60 times more of the tested virus than the warm air dryer, and 1,300 times more than paper towels. While the virus in the study was not dangerous, in reality, germs on hands often contain fecal matter, which can result in unpleasant and FACILITIES MANAGEMENT The Scottish Rite Center in Wichita, Kansas recently ran into a common problem with its metal cooling tower that supported the HVAC system – it had completely rusted-out. When TempleLive took over the facility, the company was determined to make it a premier venue.

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The Flanders Hotel in Ocean City, NJ recently completed more than $10 million in renovations, revamping almost every portion of the hotel and adding 21 new suites and five penthouses. However, this expansion created major issues for the building’s HVAC system’s cooling tower, which was now both undersized and at the end of its service

life.

WINTER FACILITY PREPARATION CHECKLIST Sweep up debris and check tar seals. Keep roof drains clear and be prepared if necessary to pump water off roof. Check that flashings are flush and secure. Plan for emergency snow removal in event of heavy accumulation. Identify and supply proper equipment and check it in advance of predicted snows. PREVENTIVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Back FM Articles Preventive Cleaning and Maintenance. When we talk about preventive maintenance, or as it is more formally referred to, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), we typically are addressing such things as machinery, computers and electronics, cars, buses, airplanes, etc. Planned preventive maintenance or PPM is performed while a piece of equipment is performing well. THE IN-HOUSE VS. OUTSOURCED CLEANING QUANDARY The In-House Vs. Outsourced Cleaning Quandary. It is very common for schools and universities to have their own staff attend to cleaning tasks for their facilities. This is referred to as in-house cleaning and, as we will discuss later, there can be very specific reasons RELIABLE CONTROLS® RELEASES RC-ARCHIVE® VERSION 3 FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC Energy and water savings go hand in hand. If a facility’s cooling tower is using more than 3 gallons of water per ton-hour of cooling, the HVAC system is running inefficiently. Optimization can cut that usage to 2.5 to 2 gallons per ton-hour of cooling while reducing energy use and costs. The main factors determining a commercial

building’s

USING THE RIGHT PIPING MATERIAL FOR YOUR PLUMBING Hot water drains. Waste and water disposal pipes. Copper Pipe. Since the 1960s, copper piping has been the standard for most home plumbing applications. The long lifespan and durability of this piping makes it an excellent choice for many applications. It tolerates heat well and is extremely resistant to corrosion. RIGID-FOAM INSULATION TO MEET FIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE Fire Test Procedures for Rigid-Foam Insulation. NFPA 285 testing involves construction of a two-story room, with the proposed wall assembly as the exterior wall. The lower room includes a window opening (non-glazed). To simulate a building fire, a gas burner is placed in the center of the lower room, and a second, portable gas

burner is placed

HOW MANY MILS IS YOUR COATING? How Many Mils Is Your Coating? From the job shop to the robotic assembly floor, it is vital that the product be made well and correctly coated for protection, aesthetics, and performance. So, industries like automotive, aerospace, and those utilizing plating, anodizing, powder coating or other coatings need accurate coating thickness measurement. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT The Scottish Rite Center in Wichita, Kansas recently ran into a common problem with its metal cooling tower that supported the HVAC system – it had completely rusted-out. When TempleLive took over the facility, the company was determined to make it a premier venue.

CASE STUDIES

The Flanders Hotel in Ocean City, NJ recently completed more than $10 million in renovations, revamping almost every portion of the hotel and adding 21 new suites and five penthouses. However, this expansion created major issues for the building’s HVAC system’s cooling tower, which was now both undersized and at the end of its service

life.

WINTER FACILITY PREPARATION CHECKLIST Sweep up debris and check tar seals. Keep roof drains clear and be prepared if necessary to pump water off roof. Check that flashings are flush and secure. Plan for emergency snow removal in event of heavy accumulation. Identify and supply proper equipment and check it in advance of predicted snows. PREVENTIVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Back FM Articles Preventive Cleaning and Maintenance. When we talk about preventive maintenance, or as it is more formally referred to, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), we typically are addressing such things as machinery, computers and electronics, cars, buses, airplanes, etc. Planned preventive maintenance or PPM is performed while a piece of equipment is performing well. THE IN-HOUSE VS. OUTSOURCED CLEANING QUANDARY The In-House Vs. Outsourced Cleaning Quandary. It is very common for schools and universities to have their own staff attend to cleaning tasks for their facilities. This is referred to as in-house cleaning and, as we will discuss later, there can be very specific reasons RELIABLE CONTROLS® RELEASES RC-ARCHIVE® VERSION 3 FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC Energy and water savings go hand in hand. If a facility’s cooling tower is using more than 3 gallons of water per ton-hour of cooling, the HVAC system is running inefficiently. Optimization can cut that usage to 2.5 to 2 gallons per ton-hour of cooling while reducing energy use and costs. The main factors determining a commercial

building’s

USING THE RIGHT PIPING MATERIAL FOR YOUR PLUMBING Hot water drains. Waste and water disposal pipes. Copper Pipe. Since the 1960s, copper piping has been the standard for most home plumbing applications. The long lifespan and durability of this piping makes it an excellent choice for many applications. It tolerates heat well and is extremely resistant to corrosion. RIGID-FOAM INSULATION TO MEET FIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE Fire Test Procedures for Rigid-Foam Insulation. NFPA 285 testing involves construction of a two-story room, with the proposed wall assembly as the exterior wall. The lower room includes a window opening (non-glazed). To simulate a building fire, a gas burner is placed in the center of the lower room, and a second, portable gas

burner is placed

HOW MANY MILS IS YOUR COATING? How Many Mils Is Your Coating? From the job shop to the robotic assembly floor, it is vital that the product be made well and correctly coated for protection, aesthetics, and performance. So, industries like automotive, aerospace, and those utilizing plating, anodizing, powder coating or other coatings need accurate coating thickness measurement. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT The Scottish Rite Center in Wichita, Kansas recently ran into a common problem with its metal cooling tower that supported the HVAC system – it had completely rusted-out. When TempleLive took over the facility, the company was determined to make it a premier venue.

CASE STUDIES

The Flanders Hotel in Ocean City, NJ recently completed more than $10 million in renovations, revamping almost every portion of the hotel and adding 21 new suites and five penthouses. However, this expansion created major issues for the building’s HVAC system’s cooling tower, which was now both undersized and at the end of its service

life.

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communicate on a

PREPARING YOUR FACILITY FOR THE WINTER WITH CMMS SOFTWARE Using a web-based software solution, such as a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) you can create, assign resources and manage checklists to streamline these tasks and ensure that procedures are followed and tasks are completed. Below are some tips to help facility managers prepare for the cold winter weather. Minimize Heat

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR CARPET LIFE CYCLE A properly maintained carpet may be able to last 10, 15, or even 20 years. To develop better maintenance practices for your flooring, embrace these best practices for each stage of your carpet’s life cycle: At installation, prepare for long-term success. As soon as your carpet is installed and properly vacuumed, apply proper fiber

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MAINTAINING SAFETY AND SECURITY DURING MAJOR CONSTRUCTION Maintaining Safety and Security During Major Construction Projects. Construction projects in public spaces such as schools and hospitals are on the rise across the country. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, education construction is estimated to have exceeded $98.9 billion in 2018; and in that same year, 12 hospitals and health

systems

MEDICAL CENTER UPGRADES VISIBILITY AND DOWNGRADES ENERGY The Cree 304 Series ™ LED luminaires were selected to upgrade the parking structure with a versatile design that can be configured to achieve target efficacy and lumen maintenance for significant reduction in energy use. Said Dwight Hill, Director of Facilities Management at Advocate BroMenn, “Our metal halide lighting was expensive to operate and maintain, so I saw an opportunity for a THE GREAT DEBATE: PAPER TOWELS VS. AIR DRYERS According to the Westminster study, jet dryers, due to their speed and construction, spread an average of 60 times more of the tested virus than the warm air dryer, and 1,300 times more than paper towels. While the virus in the study was not dangerous, in reality, germs on hands often contain fecal matter, which can result in unpleasant and

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SubAir Puts Hydronics in Play at New Columbus Soccer Stadium. When the defending MLS Cup champion Columbus Crew SC opens its new downtown stadium and training complex this summer, they are sure to be the envy of Major League Soccer franchises everywhere. WINTER FACILITY PREPARATION CHECKLIST FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. PREVENTIVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Back FM Articles Preventive Cleaning and Maintenance. When we talk about preventive maintenance, or as it is more formally referred to, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), we typically are addressing such things as machinery, computers and electronics, cars, buses, airplanes, etc. Planned preventive maintenance or PPM is performed while a piece of equipment is performing well. THE IN-HOUSE VS. OUTSOURCED CLEANING QUANDARY FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. MAINTAINING SAFETY AND SECURITY DURING MAJOR CONSTRUCTION FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. FACILITY SERVICE QUALITY: WHY FOCUSING ON QUALITY OVER Back FM Articles Facility Service Quality: Why Focusing on Quality Over Cost Pays. For many companies, outsourcing facility services is a good way to reduce costs, improve the occupant experience, and free up time to focus on business growth. SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. HOW MANY MILS IS YOUR COATING? FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. USING THE RIGHT PIPING MATERIAL FOR YOUR PLUMBING Back FM Articles Using the Right Piping Material for Your Plumbing Application. Tackling a plumbing project can be overwhelming, especially when you start to shop for piping and realize all of the different options available for you. RIGID-FOAM INSULATION TO MEET FIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE Back FM Articles Rigid-Foam Insulation to Meet Fire Requirements for Safe Schools & Hospitals. Some design professionals are responsible for a particularly important task: properly specifying rigid-foam insulation that meets fire requirements for safe school and hospital

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SubAir Puts Hydronics in Play at New Columbus Soccer Stadium. When the defending MLS Cup champion Columbus Crew SC opens its new downtown stadium and training complex this summer, they are sure to be the envy of Major League Soccer franchises everywhere. WINTER FACILITY PREPARATION CHECKLIST FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. PREVENTIVE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Back FM Articles Preventive Cleaning and Maintenance. When we talk about preventive maintenance, or as it is more formally referred to, planned preventive maintenance (PPM), we typically are addressing such things as machinery, computers and electronics, cars, buses, airplanes, etc. Planned preventive maintenance or PPM is performed while a piece of equipment is performing well. THE IN-HOUSE VS. OUTSOURCED CLEANING QUANDARY FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. MAINTAINING SAFETY AND SECURITY DURING MAJOR CONSTRUCTION FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. FACILITY SERVICE QUALITY: WHY FOCUSING ON QUALITY OVER Back FM Articles Facility Service Quality: Why Focusing on Quality Over Cost Pays. For many companies, outsourcing facility services is a good way to reduce costs, improve the occupant experience, and free up time to focus on business growth. SAVING WATER BY REDUCING ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR HVAC FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. HOW MANY MILS IS YOUR COATING? FacilityManagement.com is a leading industry resource and an educational tool that teaches facility managers and the building team to operate, maintain and design facilities efficiently, economically, safely, securely and green. USING THE RIGHT PIPING MATERIAL FOR YOUR PLUMBING Back FM Articles Using the Right Piping Material for Your Plumbing Application. Tackling a plumbing project can be overwhelming, especially when you start to shop for piping and realize all of the different options available for you. RIGID-FOAM INSULATION TO MEET FIRE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE Back FM Articles Rigid-Foam Insulation to Meet Fire Requirements for Safe Schools & Hospitals. Some design professionals are responsible for a particularly important task: properly specifying rigid-foam insulation that meets fire requirements for safe school and hospital

facilities.

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facilities.

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FACILITY MANAGEMENT ARTICLES RESTORING DORMANT FACILITIES As we are slowly approaching the reopening of our economy and the reopening of buildings that have been dormant for a while, we are now starting the painful tasks of getting facilities operational and safe for employees and preparing for more aggressive inspections.

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LOOKING FOR A NEW CLEANING CONTRACTOR? On the website of a 40-year-old contract cleaning company, the owner states that his company is “committed to preventing the spread of germs in workplaces and takes special care when disinfecting restrooms.” It would not be surprising today that a comment such as this would be found on just about any cleaning contractor’s website.

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ASPIRATING SMOKE DETECTION ENHANCES SAFETY & MORE For hotels and resorts, complying with fire safety codes such as NFPA 72 requires annual smoke detection inspection and testing. This can be costly and time consuming with traditional spot smoke detectors located in hard-to-access, high ceiling locations given that testing involves introducing canned smoke into the chamber of each unit.

READ MORE

RESTORING DORMANT FACILITIES As we are slowly approaching the reopening of our economy and the reopening of buildings that have been dormant for a while, we are now starting the painful tasks of getting facilities operational and safe for employees and preparing for more aggressive inspections.

READ MORE

LOOKING FOR A NEW CLEANING CONTRACTOR? On the website of a 40-year-old contract cleaning company, the owner states that his company is “committed to preventing the spread of germs in workplaces and takes special care when disinfecting restrooms.” It would not be surprising today that a comment such as this would be found on just about any cleaning contractor’s website.

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ASPIRATING SMOKE DETECTION ENHANCES SAFETY & MORE For hotels and resorts, complying with fire safety codes such as NFPA 72 requires annual smoke detection inspection and testing. This can be costly and time consuming with traditional spot smoke detectors located in hard-to-access, high ceiling locations given that testing involves introducing canned smoke into the chamber of each unit.

READ MORE

RESTORING DORMANT FACILITIES As we are slowly approaching the reopening of our economy and the reopening of buildings that have been dormant for a while, we are now starting the painful tasks of getting facilities operational and safe for employees and preparing for more aggressive inspections.

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CARRIER SAFEGUARDS PRICELESS PAPERS WITH OPTIMAL EFFICIENCY AT MOUNT

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The Fred W. Smith National Library for the Study of George Washington was built in 2010-2013 to extend education about Washington’s life. The designers anticipated that the library would require a state of the art HVAC system in order to protect the thousands of eighteenth and nineteenth century books and papers in the collection. Carrier provided a solution.

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TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATORS MERGE IT AT HOSPITAL WITH PHYSICAL SECURITY

SYSTEMS

Traditionally, security systems were installed as independent systems by security integrators. However, the continuing advancement of IP-based technology now place that task squarely at the feet of technology integrators with an extensive knowledge and background in IT. BTI Communications Group is an integrator that provided a needed

upgrade solution.

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INSULFOAM WALL SYSTEM INSULATION AT PIKES PEAK SUMMIT REACHES NEW

HEIGHTS

When ground broke at the Pikes Peak Summit Complex Project the general contractor was immediately met with a wave of design challenges, from treacherous weather to complicated logistics. Knowing that a lot would be asked of the new Summit House’s exterior, the producer of the precast wall panels selected EPS insulation from Insulfoam to satisfy the project’s requirements.

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REUSABLE ACOUSTIC BLANKETS REDUCE CHILLER NOISE FOR COLLEGE CLASSES Just as thermal insulation keeps in heat, acoustic insulation blankets keep in sound. Just covering a compressor isn’t enough to reduce chiller noise unless an insulation maker also pays attention to equipment geometry. The State University of New York at Oneonta learned about the benefits of covering compressors thanks to Shannon Global Energy Solutions.

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SCOTTISH RITE CENTER SIZES UP COOLING TOWER TECHNOLOGY OPTIONS The Scottish Rite Center in Wichita, Kansas recently ran into a common problem with its metal cooling tower that supported the HVAC system – it had completely rusted-out. When TempleLive took over the facility, the company was determined to make it a premier venue. Part of that strategy was to preserve the facility’s architectural elegance from all sides.

READ MORE

SUBAIR PUTS HYDRONICS IN PLAY AT NEW COLUMBUS SOCCER STADIUM When the defending MLS Cup champion Columbus Crew SC opens its new downtown stadium and training complex this summer, they are sure to be the envy of Major League Soccer franchises everywhere. The stadium will have first-in-class amenities and training facilities for its athletes, and will also have the most advanced, state-of-the-art technology in its field.

READ MORE

CARRIER SAFEGUARDS PRICELESS PAPERS WITH OPTIMAL EFFICIENCY AT MOUNT

VERNON

The Fred W. Smith National Library for the Study of George Washington was built in 2010-2013 to extend education about Washington’s life. The designers anticipated that the library would require a state of the art HVAC system in order to protect the thousands of eighteenth and nineteenth century books and papers in the collection. Carrier provided a solution.

READ MORE

TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATORS MERGE IT AT HOSPITAL WITH PHYSICAL SECURITY

SYSTEMS

Traditionally, security systems were installed as independent systems by security integrators. However, the continuing advancement of IP-based technology now place that task squarely at the feet of technology integrators with an extensive knowledge and background in IT. BTI Communications Group is an integrator that provided a needed

upgrade solution.

READ MORE

INSULFOAM WALL SYSTEM INSULATION AT PIKES PEAK SUMMIT REACHES NEW

HEIGHTS

When ground broke at the Pikes Peak Summit Complex Project the general contractor was immediately met with a wave of design challenges, from treacherous weather to complicated logistics. Knowing that a lot would be asked of the new Summit House’s exterior, the producer of the precast wall panels selected EPS insulation from Insulfoam to satisfy the project’s requirements.

READ MORE

REUSABLE ACOUSTIC BLANKETS REDUCE CHILLER NOISE FOR COLLEGE CLASSES Just as thermal insulation keeps in heat, acoustic insulation blankets keep in sound. Just covering a compressor isn’t enough to reduce chiller noise unless an insulation maker also pays attention to equipment geometry. The State University of New York at Oneonta learned about the benefits of covering compressors thanks to Shannon Global Energy Solutions.

READ MORE

SCOTTISH RITE CENTER SIZES UP COOLING TOWER TECHNOLOGY OPTIONS The Scottish Rite Center in Wichita, Kansas recently ran into a common problem with its metal cooling tower that supported the HVAC system – it had completely rusted-out. When TempleLive took over the facility, the company was determined to make it a premier venue. Part of that strategy was to preserve the facility’s architectural elegance from all sides.

READ MORE

SUBAIR PUTS HYDRONICS IN PLAY AT NEW COLUMBUS SOCCER STADIUM When the defending MLS Cup champion Columbus Crew SC opens its new downtown stadium and training complex this summer, they are sure to be the envy of Major League Soccer franchises everywhere. The stadium will have first-in-class amenities and training facilities for its athletes, and will also have the most advanced, state-of-the-art technology in its field.

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ASK THE DRAIN BRAINS: HOW TO CLEAR GREASE CLOGS – FAST! Nothing clears a clog for good, but the best tool to clear grease clogs quickly and easily is a Water Jet. Grease sticks to the walls of a pipe. So, when your snake punches a hole in grease to get the water flowing, you haven’t really cleared the clog completely.

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OPTIONS ADDED TO A. O. SMITH MOBILE APP A. O. Smith, a leader in water heating and treatment, recently announced the launch of its newly upgraded A. O. Smith Mobile App, featuring demand response and time-of-use capabilities. The app allows service professionals and homeowners to remotely monitor and control their water heater to improve performance, increase savings and reduce

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ASK THE DRAIN BRAINS: FINDING WATER LEAKS A water leak in your building can be very costly. Yet even a very small leak can be found through trying a few simple techniques and can save you from a nasty surprise from your utility company. Here are a few steps you can do before calling a plumber. The more you do now, the less it will cost you in the long run!

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HOW CAN YOU PREVENT FALSE FIRE ALARMS? Malicious false fire alarm calls are unacceptable and put fire personnel, security officers, and citizens at risk. A proactive approach is needed to help reduce false fire alarms – and sometimes completely eliminate them – and the answer is STI’s Universal Stopper® Low Profile protective cover.

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GENERAL’S TYPHOON®TRAILER JET STORMS THROUGH BIG LINE CLOGS Great for a wide range of heavy-duty plumbing, drain cleaning, maintenance, and rental applications, the Typhoon® trailer jet from General Pipe Cleaners blows away blockages in big lines and long runs.

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THE FUTURE OF ELECTRIC SCISSOR LIFTS IS HERE JLG Industries, Inc., elevates the access industry once again with its now available all-electric DaVinci™ AE1932 scissor lift. Featuring zero hydraulics to help eliminate job site leaks and zero emissions to help control job site pollution, this 19-ft scissor lift is purpose-built for applications where stringent environmental regulations must be met.

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ASK THE DRAIN BRAINS: HOW TO CLEAR GREASE CLOGS – FAST! Nothing clears a clog for good, but the best tool to clear grease clogs quickly and easily is a Water Jet. Grease sticks to the walls of a pipe. So, when your snake punches a hole in grease to get the water flowing, you haven’t really cleared the clog completely.

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OPTIONS ADDED TO A. O. SMITH MOBILE APP A. O. Smith, a leader in water heating and treatment, recently announced the launch of its newly upgraded A. O. Smith Mobile App, featuring demand response and time-of-use capabilities. The app allows service professionals and homeowners to remotely monitor and control their water heater to improve performance, increase savings and reduce

downtime.

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ASK THE DRAIN BRAINS: FINDING WATER LEAKS A water leak in your building can be very costly. Yet even a very small leak can be found through trying a few simple techniques and can save you from a nasty surprise from your utility company. Here are a few steps you can do before calling a plumber. The more you do now, the less it will cost you in the long run!

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HOW CAN YOU PREVENT FALSE FIRE ALARMS? Malicious false fire alarm calls are unacceptable and put fire personnel, security officers, and citizens at risk. A proactive approach is needed to help reduce false fire alarms – and sometimes completely eliminate them – and the answer is STI’s Universal Stopper® Low Profile protective cover.

READ MORE

GENERAL’S TYPHOON®TRAILER JET STORMS THROUGH BIG LINE CLOGS Great for a wide range of heavy-duty plumbing, drain cleaning, maintenance, and rental applications, the Typhoon® trailer jet from General Pipe Cleaners blows away blockages in big lines and long runs.

READ MORE

THE FUTURE OF ELECTRIC SCISSOR LIFTS IS HERE JLG Industries, Inc., elevates the access industry once again with its now available all-electric DaVinci™ AE1932 scissor lift. Featuring zero hydraulics to help eliminate job site leaks and zero emissions to help control job site pollution, this 19-ft scissor lift is purpose-built for applications where stringent environmental regulations must be met.

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