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Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Projects that Benefit from Equipment Rental


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Strategies for Renting Light Construction Equipment

News & Views
Cordless Tillers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

News & Views
Avoiding On-the-Job Foot Pain

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What to Do with Expired PPE

Building Operating Management
Top 5 Challenges to Retrofitting for Electric Vehicle Charging

News & Views
How to Properly Store Grounds Equipment as Seasons Change

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tips for Purchasing Personal Protective Equipment

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Embracing MEWP Safety, Fatalities Decrease

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Safety First with Lift Equipment

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How to Successfully Integrate Electric Equipment

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How to Successfully Rent Equipment

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The Benefits of Battery Power Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Managers Weigh Options for Battery Powered Equipment

News & Views
Whitepaper Advises Managers on Lifts Maintenance

News & Views
From Gas to Electric: How Facilities are Converting Grounds Equipment

Building Operating Management
Practical Considerations for EV Charging Station Installation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Picking the Right Attachment Depends on Your Equipment

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Attachments Add Versatility to Equipment Fleets and Staffs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managing Rental Equipment Agreements

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Top Strategies for Rental Success

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How Sustainable Initiatives are Changing Grounds Management at University of Michigan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Top Mowing Strategies for Athletic Fields

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Electric Grounds Equipment Sees Sustainable Benefits

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Electric Grounds Equipment Goes Modern

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Personal Protective Equipment: How to Select Products That Maximize Worker Safety

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What You Need to Know to Get Short-Term Equipment Rental Right

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How to Build An Effective Drain Cleaning Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hand Tools Lift Landscapes From Average to Extraordinary

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Decide Whether to Rent or Buy Drain Cleaning Equipment

News & Views
Bill Would Allow Hospitals to Repair Own Medical Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
3 Key Questions on Mobile Elevating Work Platforms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Inspection, Training Key to Snow and Ice Management Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
3 Key Questions to Get the Right Portable Cooling Units

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3 Key Questions Managers Should Answer for Renting Generators

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Keep Drains Clean and Facilities Flowing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Handheld Grounds Equipment Puts Power in Technicians' Hands

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability and Effective Mower Specification

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Safety Considerations in Mower Specification

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Beyond Cost: Three Key Mower Considerations

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Equipment Spotlight: OSHA Violations

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Utility Vehicles Bring Versatility to Grounds Care

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Equipment Safety Training: Turning Training into Results

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Specifying Utility Vehicles: Understanding Needs and Options

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Understanding Equipment Training Needs To Maximize Safety

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Specifying Utility Vehicles: Recipe for Success

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Equipment Training Options To Minimize Risk, Maximize Safety

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Power in an Emergency with Generator Rental

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift Rental Expands the Reach of Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Options To Expand the Maintenance Arsenal

Building Operating Management
Arc Flash Analysis: Three Key Steps for Building Owners

News
Propane Powered Equipment Can Help Business Development

Building Operating Management
How to Apply Cold-Aisle Monitoring Strategies in Data Centers

Building Operating Management
Why Cold Aisle Air-Flow Management Works

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Rental Equipment: Planning for Successful Installation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Rental Equipment Effectively

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Identifying Rental Options and Finding Solutions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Determining Grounds Crew Needs

Building Operating Management
10 Most Common Building Design Phase Mistakes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers: Cost Considerations of Owning vs. Leasing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making the Most of Grounds Care Equipment

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Protecting and Extending the Performance Life of Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mitigating Risks Associated with Aging Grounds Equipment

News & Views
Creature Comfort Shines at GIE Expo

News & Views
Giving Electrical Equipment a Long, Healthy Life

News & Views
The Risk of Arc Flash: How to Design for a Safer Workplace

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Question: Buy or Rent?

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Equipment Rental and Cost Considerations

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Equipment Rental: Lessons Learned

Building Operating Management
LEDs Illuminate Beautiful "Moving Room" At NYC Art Gallery

News
Fluke Connect Reliability Platform Now Offers Cloud-Based Condition Monitoring

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Primary Factors in Successful Paints and Coatings Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paint Coverage Depends on Nature of Substrate

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Condition and Preparation of Substrate Enhances Paint or Coating

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Test Paint or Coating to Ensure Finished Job Features Proper Look

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SIDEBAR: Before and After Paints and Coatings Considerations

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Roof Coatings: Planning Projects that Perform

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Roof Coatings Provide Cost-Effective Option to Complete Re-Roof Job

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Roof Assessment can Help Determine if Coatings can Deliver Results

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In-House or Outsourcing Roof Coatings Projects Among Managers' Decisions

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Aerial Work Platforms: Lifting Productivity

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Experience with Aerial Work Platforms Essential to Protect Workers

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Matching Aerial Lifts to Meet Job Requirements

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Equipment Rental: Strategies for Successful Program

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Ensure Aerial Work Platforms Match Project Needs

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Renting Specialized Construction Equipment Provides Managers With Flexibility

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Equipment Rental: Maintenance Matters

Building Operating Management
Using Planning, Checklists, Other Tools to Improve Resilience in Existing Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building an Arsenal of Grounds Equipment Attachments

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Specification Strategies for Determining Grounds Equipment Attachments

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Extended Warranty Recommendend for Grounds Attachments

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Going Green: Equipment Attachments With Sustainability in Mind

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Aerial Work Platforms: Making Safety a Top Priority

Facility Maintenance Decisions
OSHA: Falls Top List of Aerial Work Platform Incidents

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Manufacturers of Aerial Work Platforms Emphasize Safety

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Tips on Making the Case for Maintenance Investments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making the Case for Equipment Requests

News & Views
Rent or Buy? Grounds Equipment Decision

Building Operating Management
Other Building Resilience Issues Include Backup Power, Roofs, Preventive Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Drain-Cleaning to Extend Life of Plumbing and Piping Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Key Drain Cleaning Equipment to Consider

News & Views
Grounds Riddle: Rent or Own?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Special Report: Paving a Smooth Path to Equipment Rental Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Money Saving Strategies When Renting Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Preparation Essential Component of Equipment Rental Plans

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Savvy Specification for Grounds Equipment

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Managers Should Schedule Time to Test Grounds Equipment Before Purchasing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training, Inspections Important to Long-Term Grounds Equipment Care

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Trend Watch: Mower Efficiency Continues to Improve

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fleet Management Strategies for Mowers and Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Changing Fuel Technology Impacts Grounds Equipment Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renting an Option for Seldom-Used Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Fleet: Sustainability Issues for Mowers

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Noise Pollution Emerges as Important Mower Sustainability Factor

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Keeping an Eye on Emissions Important for Mower Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Changing Landscape of Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Managers, Manufacturers Work Closely Together

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Consider Lifecycle Costs When Purchasing Grounds Equipment

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Maximizing Mowers: Matching Equipment to Landscapes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Technology Trends Feature Comfort, Safety

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Spotlight on OPEI

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Preparing for Equipment Rental When Emergencies Strike

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Training an Essential Part of Disaster-Recovery Plan

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Contract Requirements for Emergency Preparedness Equipment Rentals

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Equipment Rental: Eye on Operators

News & Views
Biodiesel Puts University on Sustainable Ground

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care Equipment Comes of Age

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Effects of Sustainability Felt in Grounds Departments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Seek Durability, Versatility when Specifying Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds and Equipment Preparation for Winter Often Begins in Summer

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preparing Turf, Plants and Trees for Cold-Weather Conditions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Include Crew Preparation in Fall, Winter Planning

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Column: Evolving Strategies and Metrics for Data Center Cooling

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bio-Diesel Fuel Helps Put Arizona State University on Sustainable Path

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Alternative Fuels Essential Change for Arizona State Grounds Department

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Deeply Impacts Arizona State Campus

News & Views
The Light Construction-Grounds Care Link

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Equipment: Versatility Through Attachments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Product Focus: Matching Aerator Attachments to Turf Areas

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Product Focus: Specifying Spreader Attachments

News & Views
Grounds Care: Equipment Versatility Through Attachments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Mowers with Manufacturers as Partners

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Turf Considerations When Specifying Mowers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Versatility, Maintenance Factors Important Issues when Specifying Mowers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Staffing, Training Considerations When Specifying Mowers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spring Forward: Essential Steps for Warm-Weather Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Inspect Grounds Equipment, Irrigation Systems for Signs of Winter Damage

News & Views
Snow and Ice Management: The Equipment Factor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Application Considerations Essential When Deciding Upon Light-Construction Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Financial Impact on Landscape Equipment Important Factor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Light-Construction Equipment Poses Buy or Rent Questions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding New Features and Functions of Light-Construction Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Delivery and Installation Considerations for Rental Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Terms of Payment Common Issue in Rental Contracts

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Hours of Operation Important for Pricing Rental Equipment

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Equipment Rental Success: Read the Contract

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Equipment Rental: Partnering for Success

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When Specifying Rental Equipment, Focus on Nature of Facility

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Successful Equipment Rental Experiences go Beyond Simple Business Transaction

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Get Terms of Rental Agreement in Writing

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Well-Made Rental Agreement Vital to Managers

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Get Terms of Return, Delivery of Rental Equipment in Writing

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Warranties Key Concern for Equipment Rental

News & Views
Weighing the Choices in the Aerial Work Arena

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Savings, From the Grounds Equipment Up

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Organic Chemicals Produce Positive Results in New York School District

Building Operating Management
Equipment vs. Operations: Greatest Opportunity for Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift Equipment Takes Maintenance to New Heights

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Budget Concerns Affect Decision to Rent or Purchase

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Safety Concerns Take Precedence Over Costs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Work Lifts Deliver Efficiency and Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Proper Training Essential for Safe Use of Lift Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift-Equipment Rental Projects Require Effective Staffing Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Beat the Heat: Identifying Proper Supplemental Cooling Device a Complex Process

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Computer Servers can Function as Heat Sources

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keep Cooling Needs in Mind for Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)

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Cooling Equipment Needs Vary by Client

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Repair or replace? Best Strategies to Reduce Maintenance Costs

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The Consequences of Equipment Failure

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lifetime Operation of Motor Costs More than Initial Purchase

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utah Community College Migrates Utility Vehicles from Gas to Electric

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Serve Many Purposes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Campus Fleet of Utility Vehicles Receives Workout

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Manufacturers Assist in Finding Appropriate Utility Vehicle

News & Views
Carefully prepare pitch for new equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University Uses Planning To Ensure Grounds Equipment Performance

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Key Factors in Successfully Specifying Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategic Maintenance of Grounds Care Equipment

News & Views
Equipment Rental Offers Managers Many Advantages

News & Views
Mower Maintenance Matters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Rental Offers Managers Many Advantages

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Guidelines for Proper Use of Rental Equipment Prevent Mistakes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lowering Equipment Rental Costs by Implementing Strategic Planning

News & Views
Specifying Effective Portable Cooling Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Effective Portable Cooling Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Determining Facility Cooling Needs

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Solving Cooling Challenges

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Challenges of Ensuring Reliable Supply of Spare Parts and Replacement Equipment

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Making Informed Decisions About Uninterruptible Power

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Power Source Alternatives for UPS Systems

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UPS Technology Matters

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Several Key Issues Can Spell Success in Equipment Rental

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Equipment Rental Discussions Must Cover Safety

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Avoiding Problems with Equipment Rental Contracts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Portable Cooling: Calculating Cooling Loads

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Portable Cooling: Tips for Renting Equipment

News & Views
How to Lower the Cost of Lift Rental

News & Views
A VFD Offers Energy Savings, Other Benefits from Part-Load HVAC Operation

Facility Focus
Worker Safety: Lost Productivity Helps Determine ROI

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Attachments: Assess Versatility, Dependability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care Attachments: Cost Not Most Important Factor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How To Calculate Temporary Cooling Loads

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Temporary Cooling Systems: Managers Have Many Options

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OSHA Guidelines for Personal Protective Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Rely on Guidelines When Specifying Personal Protective Equipment

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Personal Protective Equipment: Focus on Arc Flash

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training for Personal Protective Equipment

News & Views
Focus on Energy Efficiency: Sub-Metering Strategies

News & Views
Questions to Ask When Renting HVAC Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Preparedness: Common Hazards Facing Front-Line Workers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Planning: Steps to Worker Safety

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Personal Protective Equipment: OSHA's Stricter Enforcement

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Aerial Lifts: Direct Electric Drive Provides Longer Duty Cycles

News & Views
Aerial Work Platforms: Safety Tips

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Aerial Lifts: Safety, Training Reflect Company's Reputation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Integrated Pest Management: Sustainability and Training

News & Views
Equipment Rental: Ask These Eight Questions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Rental: Managers Need Answers on Costs, Contracts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Light-Construction Equipment, Attachments Fuel Grounds Projects

Building Operating Management
Elevator Upgrades: Repair or Full Modernization?

Building Operating Management
Elevator Modernization Also Can Affect Electrical, HVAC Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Seven Questions for Lift Specification

News & Views
Protecting Against Electrical Hazards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift Rental: How to Lower the Cost Per Job

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Infrared Imaging: Viewing Modes Expand

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Safe Infrared Scanning Starts with Personal Protective Equipment

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Worker Safety: The 10 Most Common OSHA Violations

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OSHA Regulations for Personal Protective Equipment

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Worker Safety: Protect Against Electrical Hazards

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Drain Cleaning: Training, PPE Important Tools for Technicians

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Temporary HVAC Equipment: The Rent-or-Buy Decision

News & Views
Equipment Rental: Asking the Right Questions

News & Views
Developing an Integrated Pest Management Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Drain Cleaning: Training Discusses Safety and PPE

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Equipment Rental: What Should Managers Ask Rental Companies?

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Equipment Rental: The Three Types of Training

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Equipment Rental: HVAC Equipment Integral to Disaster Planning

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Pest Management: What is Green Shield Certification?

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Pesticides: Applicators Must Meet EPA Requirements

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Pest Management: The Key Steps in an IPM Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Practices Can Resist Pests

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Rent or Buy Cooling Equipment? Three Considerations

News & Views
Four Steps for Controlling Pests

News & Views
Drain-Cleaning: Training Ensures Safe Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Drain Cleaning Safety Checklist

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Fleet Management: Budget Constraints Affect Repair-Replace Decision

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Equipment: Training Reinforces Safety Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fleet Management: Set Maintenance Priorities

News & Views
Implementing a Well-Designed Safety Program

News & Views
Light-Construction Equipment: Key Considerations

Facility Focus
Green Grounds Care: LEED Considerations

News & Views
Specifying Personnel Lifts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Four Key Questions When Specifying Light-Construction Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Attachments Ensure Versatility in Light-Construction Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
OSHA Requires PPE, Chemical Evaluations

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Grounds Managers Should Make a List of Safe Work Practices

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How To Develop an Integrated Pest Management Program

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How To Safeguard Workers From Falls

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Aerial Lift Rental: High-Level Maintenance

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Key Decision: Renting vs. Buying Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Necessary Supplies for Hazmat Emergencies

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Top Tools for UPS Maintenance

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Scheduling Complicates Rental Decisions

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Who Should Managers Consult Before Renting Equipment?

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Rent vs. Buy: Cost Considerations

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Boiler Maintenance: Steam-Trap Repair and Replacement

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Drain Cleaning Safety Considerations

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Drain Cleaning: Safety Checklist

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Engineering Controls Limit Contaminant Exposure

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Snow and Ice Removal: Preventive Maintenance

News & Views
Well-Grounded Equipment Rental

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Joint Commission Seeks Comment on Revised Standards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Rental: Grounds for Success

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MOP-19 Sets Accelerated Phaseout for HCFCs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Infrared Imaging Comes of Age

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Equipment Rental and the Bottom Line

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Utility Vehicles: A New Generation

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Equipment Rental: Difficult Decisions

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High-Level Maintenance

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Power (and Safety) in Hand

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A Closer Look at Equipment Rental

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When Pests Attack

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Hot Buttons for Colder Weather

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Equipment Issue: Rent or Buy?

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Training Spotlight: Diagnostic Equipment

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Cutting-Edge Mower Selection

Building Operating Management
Healing the Design Process

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Today’s Painting Arsenal

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Prescription for Training

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A Clear Path to Snow Removal

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Mowers: Choice Cuts

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Ground-level Strategies For Pesticide Application

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Linking PM To the Bottom Line

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ROI from Training

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Hands-On Cleaning Tools

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Cutting to the Choice

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Bridging the Gap

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Maximizing Mowers