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Facility Maintenance Decisions
Why Fire Safety Systems Need to Stay on Code NFPA standards emphasize maintenance for fire sprinklers and alarm systems – but sometimes the systems are overlooked.

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Framing Nailers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard The framing nailer can discharge a nail when just the trigger is pulled, rather than when the work piece contact element and the trigger are engaged together.

Building Operating Management
Planning Electric Vehicle Charging for Employee Parking What began as an amenity is quickly becoming an expectation, and in some jurisdictions, even a building code requirement.

Building Operating Management
Strategic Planning Can Combat Legionnaire’s Disease A water management program can equip building owners with the critical actions designed to prevent Legionella growth, ensure water quality and keep occupants safe.


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HEMCO: Canopy Hoods

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A.O. Smith: Cyclone FLEX



Facility Maintenance Decisions
Learning to Communicate Well Communication probably wasn’t part of the education or training before most managers began their facilities careers.


Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology’s Role in Grounds Equipment Evolution From automation and electrification to safety and ergonomics, new technologies are transforming how facility teams maintain their landscapes.

Building Operating Management
Risk Assessment: What Facility Managers Must Consider Unforeseen circumstances happen, and facility executives need to be prepared for them.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Why Facility Managers Must Prioritize Indoor Air Quality During Disasters Wildfires, storms and other emergencies can silently compromise indoor air even from miles away.




Building Operating Management
Funding Freezes? Staffing Struggles? Elevate Has Answers From budget pressures to workforce challenges, the Elevate facility leadership summit tackles today’s toughest issues while offering inspiration, innovation and community in the heart of Boston.


Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wake Forest University’s Chiller Plant Project Delivers Benefits Driven by an expanding campus, Wake Forest University’s chiller plant renovation enhances operational efficiency, equipment reliability and overall resilience

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St. Paul Catholic Church Future-Proofs Comfort with Energy-Efficient HVAC Overhaul Facing aging equipment and the risk of failure, the church installed a high-efficiency, low-refrigerant chiller system that cuts energy use and avoids service disruptions.

Building Operating Management
Des Moines Public Schools Embraces HVAC Upgrades HVAC upgrades help Des Moines Public Schools save millions on energy bills despite its many older buildings.




Facility Maintenance Decisions
Stephen Course Navigates Facilities Management Through Empathy Stephen Course believes facilities management is an ideal industry as it encourages people to be more empathetic when it comes to problem solving and working with people.


Building Operating Management
The State of ESG in 2025 Energy management and AI are sustainability trends still relevant to facility executives.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Lighting Systems Take Center Stage in Occupant Safety Once out of sight and out of mind, emergency lighting systems have become essential components in ensuring occupant safety in a crisis

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Pennsylvania Convention Center Sets a National Example with Smart, Sustainable Upgrades Case study: Through a $15 million modernization led by Siemens, the Pennsylvania Convention Center cuts energy use, boosts resilience and enhances visitor experience.


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Studio TK: Minuta

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Samuelson Furniture: Reid Rocking Chair



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More People Want Clean Air in Public Facilities People are judging facilities on clean air the same way they judge public restrooms for cleanliness.


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