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Facilities management updates, insights, strategies & best practices

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Making the Case for Ground Source Heat Pumps


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The Robotic Evolution in Groundskeeping

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Sustainable Track Renovation for Louisiana High School

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Trimmers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

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3 Backup Power Solutions to Ensure Business Continuity

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A Gen Z Take on Technology and Trades

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How Market Uncertainty Impacts FM Purchasing

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'Truly Shameful': Dallas Faces Deferred Maintenance Crisis

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Sinking Land Spells Trouble for Facilities

Building Operating Management
Florida Magnet High School Forms Net-Zero Blueprint for K-12 Districts

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Fan and Athlete Experience Elevated at Kansas State's Dual-Purpose Arena

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Fayetteville State University New $40M Residence Hall for Freshmen and Sophomores

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Safely Store Hazardous Items

Building Operating Management
5 Steps to Achieving Sustainable Renovations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Properly Store Equipment During Off-Season Months

News & Views
Almost Half of U.S. Breathes Unhealthy Air

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Maintain Grounds Equipment Inventory

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Steps to Securing a Reliable Grounds Vendor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Overcoming Irrigation and Water Management Issues

News & Views
Keeping Emergency Communications Out of the 'Dead Zone'

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Stalled Billions Undermine University's Construction Plans

Building Operating Management
Behind the Scenes at the National Aquarium

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Coast Guard's Maintenance Backlog Jumps $4.5 Billion in Three Years

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How Los Angeles County Employees Prepare for Wildfires

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Tow Behind Mowers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

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UCLA Honored for Sustainable Grounds Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow Throwing or Snowing Blowing: What is the Difference?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Incoming Technology Trends in Groundskeeping

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Two Grounds Management Products Recalled

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Snow Throwers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Heater Upgrades Improve Energy Efficiency at Quinnipiac University 

Building Operating Management
Facilities Director Preserves Music History at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Upgrades Improve Sustainability, Efficiency at Quinnipiac University

News & Views
8 Reasons to Plan Landscaping Projects in the Winter

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Representing Women in Sports Field Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University Maximizes Utilities Projects to Benefit Grounds

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Amherst College Science Building Outfitted with Balanced Doors

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Washington D.C. Braces for Whirlwind Week of Security Challenges

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John Deere Mower Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

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K-12 Schools Face Funding Woes and Dropping Enrollments

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5 Popular Residence Hall Design Trends

Building Operating Management
Newly Constructed High School Centers on Multi-functional Spaces

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Facility Manager Charged with Fraud for Snow Removal Scheme

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How Tornadoes Produced Changes in Disaster Recovery Plan

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Fresno City College Selects Door Locks for Durability and Strength

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School of Rock Outfits Facilities with Ceiling Panels for Acoustic Needs

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Memorial Colonnade Rehabilitation Project Selects Anchors for Seismic Stability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Why is Fall the Best Time to Address Pavement Issues?

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Better Buildings Initiative is a Decarbonization Partner for Facilities Managers

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Maintenance Worker Sparks Brush Fire

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Doing More with Less for Snow Removal

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How Morehouse College Reduced Energy Consumption by 30 Percent

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintaining Healthy Buildings Through Technology and Communication

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McKean County Court House Updates Doors to Match Historical Look

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Three Injuries Reported from Recalled John Deere Utility Tractors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Alaska Schools Prepare for Upcoming Winter

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Funding Capital-Intensive Projects Through ESPCs and ESCOs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Why Water Bottle Filling Stations Are Healthier, Greener Options

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How to Store Summer Grounds Equipment

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Attracting and Retaining Younger Talent in Facilities Management

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Clear Communication is Key to Effective Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Expert Tips on Maintaining Kohler's Golf Courses

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Why Facilities are Choosing Bottle Fillers Over Fountains

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DeWALT Recalls Push Mowers

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Educational Opportunities Present Themselves for Women in FM

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Facility Workers at Cornell University Strike

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Jail Lighting Upgrade Pays Dividends for County

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Billions in Federal Funds Revamping National Parks

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Horticulture Management Inside Milwaukee's Historic Domes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Latest Best Practices and Regulations for Pest Control

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General Service Administration to Evaluate Sustainability Technologies

Building Operating Management
From Army to Healthcare Leadership: Steve Smith's Journey

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What to Know About Pesticide Use

Building Operating Management
5 Must-Have Skills Gen Z Needs for Facilities Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
From Law Enforcement to Grounds Management: Matthew Bailey

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Grounds Projects that Benefit from Equipment Rental

News & Views
Plumber Shortage Strikes Pittsburgh's Fountains 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies for Renting Light Construction Equipment

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College Athletic Program, Military Veterans Groups Debate Expansion Plans

Building Operating Management
3 Solar Strategies for Large Commercial Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cook County Hospital: New HVAC for Old Icon

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance: The Right Thing for the Environment 

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Cordless Tillers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

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US Swim Team Trials Taking Place in NFL Stadium

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renovations Bring New Life to Cook County Hospital

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Inside Grounds Crew Operations for the Milwaukee Brewers

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No Injuries After Chicago Building's Partial Roof Collapse

Building Operating Management
Accepting the Next Generation of Facility Professionals

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Walk-Behind Leaf Blowers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

Building Operating Management
Meet the Nation's First Zero Energy Outpatient Healthcare Facility

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Wisconsin School Pursues Net-Zero Operations

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Campus Buildings Vandalized as War Protests Continue

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Tennessee School Staff Can Carry Concealed Handguns in Class

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North American World Cup Presents Unique Turf Challenges

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Lead Dust Detected in Duke University Building

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Three Ways to Build Technician Pride

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Provide Versatility for Public Gardens

News & Views
How to Adjust Belt Tension on Rooftop Units

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Thunderstorms: How Facility Managers Can Prevent Potential Damage

Building Operating Management
Securing a Safer Campus

Building Operating Management
Navigating Campus-Wide Power Upgrades with Smart Solutions

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Fix, Sell, Repurpose or Raze? Aging Facilities Prompt Tough Decisions

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5 Ways to Safely Manage Snow Piles

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Frigid Football: Extreme Weather Grabs Spotlight in NFL

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Manager's Career Built on Responding to Change

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Over 60 Ohio School Districts Allow Staff to Carry Guns

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Unseen Challenges Grounds Managers Face

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University of Pittsburgh Grounds Goes Electric

Building Operating Management
Community Colleges May be Hot Spots for New Hires

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Plowing and Deicing Strategies for Parking Garages

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6 Steps to Prepare Your Commercial Facility Turf for Winter

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How to Properly Store Grounds Equipment as Seasons Change

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Bobcat Lawnmowers Recalled Due to Laceration and Crash Hazards

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MSU's Thurgood Marshall Hall Makes Use of Rockfon Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Revolutionize Grounds Management with Autonomous Mowers in 2023

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Government Facility Sustainability Challenges and Solutions

News & Views
Deferred Maintenance in Nation's Parks Gets Worse

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Morgan State University to Up Security, Build Wall After Shooting

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Indoor Air Quality Impacts Student Performance and Comfort

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Transforming Landscapes with Autonomous Mowing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managing Municipal Facilities: Adapting to Growth and Challenges

News & Views
Flooding Forces Part of Central Park to Close

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Team Success Secrets: Communication and Motivation Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
ADA-Compliant Snow and Ice Management Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Prepare Facilities for Winter

News & Views
Electrification and Sustainability: The Future of Grounds Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
It’s Never too Early to Prepare a Winter Treatment Plan

News & Views
Water Street Tampa Becomes First WELL Certified Community

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cold Truths About Facility Resilience

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Clemson University's December Freeze: Emergency Response Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Robots Making Impact in Snow & Ice Management Preparation

News & Views
Roadmap Targets Funding for Public Building Upgrades

Building Operating Management
What's the Buzz on Drones for Facility Management?

News & Views
7 Safety Tips to Help Outdoor Workers Beat the Heat

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Successfully Integrate Electric Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Proper Storage, Care, and Training for Extended Mower Lifespan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing Your Commercial Mowing Program

Building Operating Management
Water-saving Benefits of Smart Irrigation Systems

News & Views
More Leaf Blower Bans Take Effect Across the U.S.

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Georgia Utility Pollinating Areas Used for Solar Power Arrays

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OSHA Targets Risks in Landscape Maintenance

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Rethinking Grounds Care to Benefit the Environment

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Rutgers University Expands Solar Power Footprint

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OSHA Reminds Grounds Managers of Job Hazards

News & Views
Hedge Trimmers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Benefits of Battery Power Grounds Equipment

Building Operating Management
Protecting Your Workplace: 6 Essential Steps for Safety

News & Views
Debt Ceiling Deal Makes it Easier to Build New Clean Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Managers Weigh Options for Battery Powered Equipment

Building Operating Management
Beyond the Rooftop: Understanding Alternative Solar Options

News & Views
Advice for Grounds Managers About Taking Care of Sports Fields

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From Gas to Electric: How Facilities are Converting Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS Maintenance Checklist

News & Views
Oakland A's Playing Possum with Broadcasters

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Climate Change Contributes to Modest Rise in Home Runs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A New Era for Door Hardware and Access Control

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How Universities are Benefiting from Partnering with Utilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Metrics and Managers: Finding and Sharing Critical Data

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Turf Care Manager Keeps Central Park Looking Pristine

Facility Maintenance Decisions
First and Last Impression: Aesthetically Pleasing Landscapes

News & Views
Facility Managers at Universities Brace for Tornado Season

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Introducing Gen Z to Grounds Management Through TikTok

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Acoustical Strategies for Occupants’ Return to the Office

News & Views
How Can Grounds Managers Make the Switch from Gas to Electric Equipment?

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New SmartWatt Boiler Installed at Wesleyan University

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Myths and Misconceptions Surrounding Electric Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Education Facilities Managers Work to Fight the Great Resignation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making the Move to Electric Utility Vehicles

Building Operating Management
University Creates Campus Hub for Health and Human Services Departments

News & Views
Wisconsin City Unveils Plans for Fully Electric City Bus Fleet

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Columbia Honored for Accessibility Project

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Leah Withrow Offers Sport Facility Grounds Care Tips

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Decisions: The Role of Safety and Ergonomics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hiring Challenges Lead to Apprenticeship Training Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Testing Amp Draws on Rooftop Units

Building Operating Management
4 Ways to Finance Energy Efficiency and Renewables

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Clean a Rooftop Unit Evaporator Coil

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Picking the Right Attachment Depends on Your Equipment

Building Operating Management
Designing Space for Labs in Higher Education

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Attachments Add Versatility to Equipment Fleets and Staffs

News & Views
Overcoming the Challenges of Stadium Grounds Care

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Common Safety Strategies for Keeping Student Residence Halls Safe

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University of Virginia Responds to Reports of Mold in Dorms

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Challenges to Maintaining the Bellagio Fountains

Building Operating Management
Improving Safety and Security for Outdoor Spaces on Campus

News & Views
What You Need to Know About Community Solar

News & Views
Ohio States Seeks New Sources of Facilities Funds

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Universities Respond to Problems as Students Return to Campuses

News & Views
Are Leaf Blowers Illegal?

Building Operating Management
How to Boost Commercial Office Value Using Water Features

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How Technology is Evolving Utility Vehicles

News & Views
Desks Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Ban

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Synthetic Turf Recycling Program Launched

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Supporting Maintenance Beyond Work Orders

Building Operating Management
SoFi Stadium Uses Sustainable Grounds to Also Be a Year-Round Park

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Introducing the Next Generation of Electric Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How Sustainable Initiatives are Changing Grounds Management at University of Michigan

News & Views
Food Delivery Robots are all the Rage on College Campuses

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology is the Future of Mower Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Next Stage: Electric, Autonomous Machines on Horizon

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electric Mowing Equipment Comes of Age

News & Views
Lawnmowers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Guidelines for Snow and Ice Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Top Mowing Strategies for Athletic Fields

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What to Plan for in a Hardscape Design Project

Building Operating Management
Best Way to Achieve Better ROI on Foodservice Acoustics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hardscape Design Requires Collaboration Between All Parties

News & Views
Golf Courses Show 29 Percent Reduction of Water Use in 2020

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John Deere Lawn Tractors Recalled Due to Crash Hazard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Using MEWPs

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York University Upgrades Gender Neutral Restrooms, Simplifies Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electric Grounds Equipment Sees Sustainable Benefits

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Department of Energy Aims to Protect Grid from Cyber Attacks

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electric Grounds Equipment Goes Modern

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Now's the Time to Start Planning Snow Services

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Wildfire in California Forces Stanford to Cancel Classes

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ICC Program Aims to Attract Entry-Level Technicians

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Former Toxic Waste Superfund Site to Become Solar Installation 

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New Certification Program Offered for Turf Equipment Managers

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Case Study: Huge D.C. Solar Installation Targeted for Community Solar

Building Operating Management
How to Solve Facility Challenges Due to Community Growth

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Face New Generation of Staffing Challenges

News & Views
Weather Keeps Orioles’ Head Groundskeeper Busy

Building Operating Management
Understanding How a Packaged Rooftop Unit Works

News & Views
Detroit School District Announces $700 Million Plan to Upgrade Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Desert Bloom: Sustainability Pays Dividends at UTEP

News & Views
Snow and Ice Treatment Tips for Parking Structures 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Help University Roll On to Greener Grounds

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Choose the Proper Filter for Packaged Rooftop Units

News & Views
California High School Earns Sustainable Grounds Care First

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Maximize Mowing for a Good First Impression

News & Views
Opinion: Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers Should Be Banned

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Case Study: Sound Resistant Partition Walls Spotlighted at The Mercury Store

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wildfire Resilience and the Role of Landscapes

News & Views
Did Active Shooter Drills Save Lives In Michigan School Shooting?

News & Views
Case Study: Battle Creek Regional Park Pavilion Gets New Roof

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Case Study: University Prioritizes Bird Friendly Glass in New Building

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow and Ice Management: Strategies to Prepare for Winter Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Amid the Pandemic, Shining a Spotlight on Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training, Good Maintenance Are Crucial to Snow and Ice Management

News & Views
U.S. Facing $85 Billion School Facility Funding Gap

Building Operating Management
Acoustic Performance: Best Practices Every Facility Manager Should Know

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Maintenance, Grounds Jobs Rank Among Most Dangerous

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Create Mower Specifications to Meet Different Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Blizzard of Challenges in Keeping Schools Open

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Management: Preparing for Certification

News & Views
U.S. Capitol Turns to Golfers for Turf Help

News & Views
University of Miami FM Helps Save Falling Cat During Football Game

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Extend Reach, Expand Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managing Mower Fleet Maintenance Challenges

Building Operating Management
School District to Install 170 Touchless, Self-Sanitizing Water Stations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Partnering with a Dealer Can Help Ensure Mower Selection Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Determine Whether to Repair or Replace Mowers

Building Operating Management
Right On the Mark: Success in STEM Facility Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Resilience: Are You Ready for the Next Crisis?

News & Views
Old HVAC Units, Poor IAQ, Budget Woes Create Problems for University

News & Views
Case Study: Floor Mats Reduce Maintenance, Improve Security

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Case Study: Upgrading an Elementary School’s Aging Heating System

Building Operating Management
A Real-World Acoustics Success Story

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Career and Industry Certifications in Grounds Management

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Sustainability in Grounds Care: One University's Success Story

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hand Tools Lift Landscapes From Average to Extraordinary

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cost, Installation, and Management Considerations for Successful Hardscapes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Get Hardscapes Right

Building Operating Management
Don’t Go With the Flow

Building Operating Management
Cafeteria Concepts in Action: A Case Study

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Weigh Utility Vehicle Options

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Specification Strategies for Utility Vehicles

News & Views
Facilities Roundtable: Occupant Health and Wellness

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Advanced Criteria for Mower Selection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Four Key Considerations for Mower Selection

Building Operating Management
Understanding Advanced Filtration in Air Handling Units

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Fine-Tune the Mower Specification Process

Building Operating Management
The Resilience Benefits of Cool Roofing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Considerations for Utility Vehicle Replacement

Building Operating Management
Simply Listening to Staff Concerns Helps Builds FM Team Accountability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: To Repair or Replace?

News & Views
Return-to-School Issues Can Offer Lessons For Healthcare Facilities

News & Views
Maintenance Tractor Causes Fire at Florida Gators’ Stadium

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Maximizing Performance, Minimizing Costs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies and Tactics for Effective Hardscape Management

Building Operating Management
FM Perspective: Bringing Your "A" Game to Customer Service

News & Views
COVID-19 and Working Outside: Are Your Facilities Ready?

Building Operating Management
Why FMs Must Be Communicators Par Excellence

Building Operating Management
Postal Service FMs Keep on Keeping on During Pandemic

News & Views
Higher Grounds: Landscapes in the Spotlight

News & Views
COVID-19 and Potential Benefits of Unused Facilities

Building Operating Management
How to Improve Acoustics in an Open Office

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing Investments in Light-Construction Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specification Strategies for Light-Construction Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Light-Construction Equipment: Training Pays Dividends

News & Views
5 Steps to Prepare Psychologically for Building Reopening

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Light-Construction Grounds Equipment Comes of Age

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

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hardscapes: Design and Guidelines for Success

Building Operating Management
How to Get Sound Masking Right

Building Operating Management
8 Steps to a Successful Emergency Communication System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hardscape Maintenance Pays Dividends for Facilities

Building Operating Management
Tunable White LED Lighting: Questions and Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Management: Easy Answers on Hardscapes

Building Operating Management
Should You Give Tunable White LED Lighting a Shot?

News & Views
Current Code Does Not Prevent Collapse in Some Fires

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability and Effective Mower Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Safety Considerations in Mower Specification

Building Operating Management
Communication, Responsiveness Are Keys for Successful Design Assist Projects

Building Operating Management
Philadelphia Mandates Building Energy Tune-Ups

News & Views
A Closer Look at Snow Removal: One Campus’s Story

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Beyond Cost: Three Key Mower Considerations

News & Views
The Cost of Maintenance: One Duke Greenspace

News & Views
How Do You Deal With Occupants' DIY Hot/Cold Solutions? 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Bring Versatility to Grounds Care

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Utility Vehicles: Understanding Needs and Options

News & Views
Playground Equipment Can Trap Children, Recalled

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Utility Vehicles: Recipe for Success

News & Views
Should FMs Hold Their Horses on Adopting 5G?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Irrigation Issues for Sustainable Grounds

News & Views
Bramble-Munching Goats Provide Grounds Maintenance Solution

Building Operating Management
How to Plan for Fire Alarm System Replacement

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Grounds: Spotlight on Mulching and Recycling

Building Operating Management
Securing Funding Remains Constant Challenge for Public School FM

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies and Tactics for Sustainable Grounds

News & Views
Curiosity is Key to Success in Facilities Management

News & Views
New $41.5 Million New York Library Fails Accessibility Tests

News & Views
How Sustainability Must Complement Accessibility in Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Post-Purchase Issues

News & Views
BOMA Chicago Sues City Over Fair Workweek Ordinance

News & Views
Should FMs Take Responsibility for Healthy Communities? 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Utility Vehicle Options

News & Views
Bird’s-Eye View: Drone Boosts Irrigation Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Equipment Replacement

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Deicer Use: A Sample Policy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Winter Equipment Preparation Checklist

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow and Ice Strategies: Assessing Needs and Resources

News & Views
As ADA Nears 30, Challenges to Accessibility Remain

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Deicer Strategies for Snow and Ice Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Training for Snow and Ice Management

News & Views
Kaiser Permanente Moves Joshua Trees on Site of New Calif. Facility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Avoiding Winter Equipment Woes

News & Views
UL Warns of Counterfeit Sprinklers

Building Operating Management
How to Implement New Technologies Into Emergency Communication

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Snow and Ice Strategies

News & Views
Runaway Utility Vehicles Prompt Recall

Building Operating Management
How Technology is Changing Emergency Communication

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers and Total Cost of Ownership

News & Views
Mowers Recalled Due to Injury Hazard

Building Operating Management
Listen Up! How to Improve Occupant Experience

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers: Understanding Options

News & Views
Fuel Line Problems Prompt Club Car Recall

Building Operating Management
How Soundmasking Leads to Better Acoustics, Pleasant Space

News & Views
Are Leaf Blower Bans Effective?

Building Operating Management
How to Set Your Construction Project Up for Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers That Meet User Demands

Building Operating Management
How to Get Good Acoustics from Floor to Ceiling

Building Operating Management
Success in a Male-Dominated Data Center Industry

Building Operating Management
Quality Sound: Office Acoustics Done Right

Building Operating Management
Beat the Heat: 4 Energy-Saving Design Tips for Hot Climates

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Getting The Most Out of Irrigation Systems

News
New Snow Pushers Introduced for Skid-Steers, Wheel Loaders, Backhoes and Tractors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscapes and Integrated Pest Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Environmentally Friendly Practices and Their Impact on Landscapes

Building Operating Management
How to Fit Campus Facilities into the Community

News & Views
Elevator Failures at Chicago High-Rise Rattle Passengers

Building Operating Management
Resilience: How to Make Campus Facilities Safer, More Sustainable

News & Views
University System Halts Use of a Pesticide

Building Operating Management
Go Green! Why Universities Are Prizing Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
PGMS: Grounds Accreditation Principles and Practices

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Cost of Utility Vehicle Ownership

News
Propane Powered Equipment Can Help Business Development

News & Views
Robocalls can disrupt hospital communication systems

News & Views
Malfunctioning Sensors Prompt Smoke Detector Recall

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Utility Vehicles Based on Facility Needs

News & Views
Two High Rise Elevators Trap Occupants In Inaccessible Shafts

Building Operating Management
Energy Star for Tenants Leads to Huge Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing the Investment of Utility Vehicles

News & Views
Disney Guest Sues Over Traumatic Brain Injury after Bird Attack

News & Views
Seattle Children's Hospital Operating Rooms Shut Down Because of Fungus

News & Views
Pixel Technology Could Bring Active Camouflage to Buildings

Building Operating Management
What Makes a Rooftop Unit High-Performance?

News & Views
Lawn Mower Rollover Results in Man’s Death

Building Operating Management
Understanding High-Efficiency Rooftop Air Conditioning Units

News & Views
Killer Fungus Continues to Spread Across the U.S.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Effective Project Management Helps University Reduce Energy Usage

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Manager's Role in Project Management Leads to Successful Renovations

News & Views
Healthcare Facilities Lack Emergency Generators as Hurricane Season Approaches

News & Views
Killer Fungus Spreading Across The United States

News & Views
Two Hospital Shootings in Two Days Bring Laws Under Scrutiny

News
Redesigned Pop-Up Floor Boxes Targets Aesthetics

News & Views
Gas Line Explosion Kills One, Injures Dozens

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Light Construction: Understanding Equipment Options

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC and Lighting Upgrades Help University Cut Costs

News & Views
Campground of The Future Heads to Facility Roofs

Building Operating Management
The Next Generation of Senior Living Facilities

News & Views
Silencer Might Benefit Built Environment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Using Budgets to Map Out Mower Performance Life

Building Operating Management
How to Stay Hip with Design Trends for Senior Living Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers: 6 Factors in Repair-or-Replace Decision

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Flooding on Campus Leads to Lessons in Emergency Preparedness

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Understanding Facility Needs

Building Operating Management
On Facilities Leadership: Leading By Example

Building Operating Management
How Soundmasking Can Help Improve Speech Privacy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Three Questions To Ask About Utility Vehicle Repairs

Building Operating Management
Managing People, Managing Conflicts: Key FM Skills

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Insights on Irrigation

News & Views
Virtual Reality Can Bolster Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Communication, Management Skills Are Invaluable for FMs

News & Views
Solar Spotlight: Airport Taps Alternative Energy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Repair or Replace?

Building Operating Management
Understanding the Value of Continuing Education for Facility Managers

Building Operating Management
Is A Hybrid Onsite Power Generation System In Your Future?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds: Successful Soil Strategy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds: The Graffiti Battle

Building Operating Management
How to Do an Energy Treasure Hunt

Building Operating Management
Open Ceiling Trend Drives Growth in Sound Masking

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds: Utility Vehicle, Water and Security Issues

Building Operating Management
How Common is Liquid Cooling for Computers?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
PGMS: Digging Into Assessments

News & Views
RECALL: Playground Equipment Poses Strangulation Hazard

Building Operating Management
Comparing Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Energy Storage Options

Building Operating Management
Liquid Cooling Offers Significant Savings for Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Management: Hardscape's Effect on Equipment Specification

Building Operating Management
Greenhouse Gas Inventory: How FMs Should Help

Facility Maintenance Decisions
College Ensures Grounds Management Efforts Are Sustainable

News & Views
ADA and Outdoor Public Spaces

News & Views
State to Reward University Energy Efficiency Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Growing Campus Offers Variety of Grounds Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight: GIE Expo

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Daylighting Benefits: Cost Savings, Occupant Health and Wellness

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ADA Issues Remain for University

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Bluetooth-Enabled Irrigation Controller Increases Versatility

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As Facility Needs Change, Ceiling Choices Multiply

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Mowers: Buying vs. Leasing

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Continuing the Energy Efficiency Conversation

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Mowers: New Generation of Performance and Innovation

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Outages and Shutdowns: Tips for Success

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Facility Adds Crows to Grounds Staff

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Outages and Shutdowns: 11 Steps to Survival

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From UPS to Fire Safety, Data Center Surprises Can Be Costly

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What's Next in Mass Notification Systems?

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Pesticide Verdict Offers Safety Reminder

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Computers To Battle Snow and Ice?

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A Look at Possible Future Mass Notification Capabilities

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5 Technologies Driving Future Mass Notification Developments

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Boilers: Understand the Full Picture on Energy Savings

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SITES Certification Targets Sustainable Public Spaces

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Systems Integration is Key for Emergency Communications

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Lessons in Security: Universities Rethink Protection

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Handheld Tools That Meet the Needs of Grounds Staff

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Proper Grounds Tools Can Lead to Greater Productivity

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Power at Hand: Specifying Handheld Ground Tools

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Emergency Communication: Getting the Right Message to the Right People

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PGMS: Digging Into Core Competencies

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Emergency Communication Codes and Standards: What's The Difference?

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Adhered PV Panels Keep Roofs Cool: Researchers

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HVAC Condensate Helps Community Garden Grow

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BIM Collaboration: How to Get All Parties on the Same Page

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Data Centers: Microsoft’s Underwater Project

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ADA: University Addresses Lawn Accessibility

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Types of Mowers: A Closer Look

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Considerations for Sustainable Mowing

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Outsourcing and the Cost-Quality Balance

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Key Decision Points for Mower Specification

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Mowers Evolve To Meet User Demands

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Maintenance Matters: University Tackles Repair Backlog

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Green Spaces and Facility Image

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Sound Effect: New Design Addresses Alarm Fatigue

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RECALL: Playground Slide Poses Entrapment Hazard

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Beyond Light: Trends Observed at #LFI2018

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Greener Cities: Expanding Parks Bring Change

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Turf Topic: Using Native Grasses in Landscapes

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Why Universal Design is Critical on College Campuses

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3 Best Practices To Get Acoustics Right

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Dead Body Found After Toilet Malfunction at Mall

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Commercial Solar Market Third-Party Ownership Growing

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Determining Grounds Crew Needs

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Best Practices For Incorporating Universal Design

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Learn The ABCs of Acoustics

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Understanding Handheld Grounds Equipment

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Buildings and Birds: Protecting the Wildlife

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RECALL: Smoke Alarms May Not Detect Smoke

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VA Faces Critics Over Management Practices

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Sacrificial Stories Preserve Building Integrity During Tsunami

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Water Woes: Challenges Loom for Western U.S.

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Shootings Increase Scrutiny of Facility Plans

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Utility Vehicles: Repair or Replace?

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Utility Vehicles: Purchase Considerations

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Utility Vehicles: Determining Department Needs

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PGMS: Attaining Proper Certifications

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Utility Vehicles: Products Diversify To Meet Facility Needs

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Utility Vehicles: Durability, Flexibility in the Spotlight

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Utility Vehicles: New Products Meet Competition, Demands

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3 Benefits of Lithium-Ion Batteries For UPS

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Financial Company Saves Space, Cash With Lithium-Ion Batteries

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VOCs Lead To Air Pollution Study Says

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Facility Operating Budget Benchmarks for Office, Education, Other Buildings

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Survey: Facility Capital Budget Changes for Nine Types of Buildings

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FM Department Staffing Levels for Office, Education, Other Building Types

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Tips to Better Understanding Your Audiences

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RECALL: Water Fountains Pose Shock Hazard

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HVAC: The ABCs of Upgrades

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How To Deal With Snow Management

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How to Improve Upon ADA Requirements

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Mower Maker Rolls Out Zero-Turn Model

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Mowers: Cost Considerations of Owning vs. Leasing

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Mowers: Factors in Specification Process

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Mowers: Focusing on Safety and Long-Term Performance

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How a Philosophy of "And" Creates Facilities Management Efficiencies

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Podcast: Interview With John D'Angelo

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Grounds: Tough Choice on Historic Tree

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Marina Pursues Net-Zero Energy After Hurricane Maria

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Dan Hounsell: Learning Lessons From Chaos

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Energy Storage: Workshop Explores Impact on U.S. Resilience

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Utility Vehicles: Knowing Facility Needs

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Utility Vehicles: Understanding Attachment Options

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Emergency Communication: 4 Steps to Success

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Facility Staffing Levels: Maintenance, Custodial, and Grounds Care

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Survey: Facility Staffing Levels for Office, Educational, Government, and Health Care Buildings

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Miami-Dade County Parks and Recreation Receives Green Leadership City Award

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With Advanced Features, Fan Coil Unit Systems Can Achieve Today’s Energy Efficiency Goals

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Four-pipe Fan Coil Unit Systems: Is It Right for Your Facility?

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Texas shooting: Church in Sutherland Springs Will Be Demolished

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University Students and Staff Exposed to Lead Paint

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Making the Most of Grounds Care Equipment

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Protecting and Extending the Performance Life of Grounds Equipment

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Mitigating Risks Associated with Aging Grounds Equipment

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Creature Comfort Shines at GIE Expo

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Building Code Requirements for Haunted Houses

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Concert Security Experts Grapple With Lessons Of Las Vegas

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Benefits and Costs of Gunshot Detection Systems in Schools

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Northwestern University Releases First Strategic Sustainability Plan

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Greener Grounds: One University's Efforts

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Kresge Hall is Northwestern’s First LEED Platinum Building

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Yale University Law School Seeks Gender-Neutral Restrooms

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PGMS: Adapting Practices for Sustainability

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PGMS: 3 Key Principles on Sustainability

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PGMS: Conserving Water for Sustainability

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Understanding Three Sustainability Principles in Grounds Management

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Observed Benefits and Challenges of Tuning LEDs for Human Health

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University of Penn Reopens Renovated Midcentury Landmark Hill College House

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Trane: University of Florida Receives 2017 Energy Efficiency Leader Award

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National Water Use Benchmarks Provide Key Insight For Efficiency Efforts

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Roofing: University Finds Opportunity in Vegetative Roofs

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Roofing: Managing Vegetative Roofs After Installation

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Roofing: Maximizing Benefits of Vegetative Roofs

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Grounds Watch: Understanding Benefits of Trees

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Howard University Redevelops Campus Properties for $50 Million

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Tackling Acoustical Issues in Broadcast and Recording Facilities

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Leadership Lessons from Landscape Gardener at Ole Miss

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Grounds Watch: Understanding Benefits of Trees

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Arizona State University Invests in the Internet of Things

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Xfinity on Campus Surpasses 100-School-Milestone

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How To Prevent Poor Acoustics in Open Offices

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Good Workplace Design Can Solve Acoustical Challenges

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Central Michigan University Ready for Fall Classes After Extensive Repair on Flood Damages

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Data Centers: FM-IT Partnership Worth Millions to Healthcare Organization

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Veteran Groundskeeper Dies in Mowing Accident

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Campaign Focuses on Shrinking College Dorm Carbon Footprint

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Drones on Display: Show Explores Technology

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Why Strong, Diverse Communities Are More Resilient

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Uptime Survey: Enterprise Data Centers Carry Two-Thirds of IT Workload

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U.S. Open Grounds Crew Weathers Tough Conditions at Erin Hills

Facility Focus
Industry Outlook From Current FM Student

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Uptime Survey: Enterprise Data Centers Carry Two-Thirds of IT Workload

Facility Focus
How to Get Young People Interested in Facilities Management

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Two Innovations Poised to Have Big Impact on Facilities

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Utility Vehicles: Spotlight on Maintenance

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How To Leverage Existing Infrastructure For Data Center Efficiency

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8 Lighting Controls Technologies Offer Energy Efficiency, Smart Building Gains

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Hardscapes: Earning LEED Points-Materials and Resources

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Survey Documents Sustainability of Asphalt Pavements

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SIMA Research Shows that Removing Snow Under Private Contract is a $16.8 Billion Industry

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Mower Specification for Grounds Success

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Mower Specification: Focus on Features

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Mower Specification: The Deal Decision

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Riello UPS Opens North American Headquarters

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AMETEK Acquires Rauland-Borg Corporation

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Soundmasking Reduces Distractions for Occupants, Improves Speech Privacy

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QTS Chicago: Colocation Data Center Features Low Latency, High Reliablility, and Redundant Infrastructures

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Recall: Playground Slide Can Amputate Fingers

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Hospitality Group Discovers Trifecta of Synergistic Communication Solutions and Paves the Way for Other Industries

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Rural Telecom Central Offices Could Become Edge Data Centers

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Detailed, Thoughtful Integration of Security Systems Yields More Secure Facilities

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Advances in LEDs Bring Architectural Performance to Commercial Products

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Totem Unveils Design for the Future of Smart Power

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Maintenance Strategies for Irrigation Systems

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Haws Receives ISO 9001:2015 Certification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
California University Goes Green with Ambitious Sustainability Plan

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A Brighter Shade of Green for One University

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Understand The Legal Issues of Adding Data Center Backup Power

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NEMA Releases Standard that Tests Audio Quality in Emergency Call Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Winter Preparation Presents Staffing Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How University of Michigan Improved Sustainability of Snow and Ice Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preparing the Grounds Services Fleet for Winter Season

News
HLAC Marks 10 Years of Inspecting and Accrediting Healthcare Laundries

News & Views
Magazine Releases “Cool Schools” List: Where Does Your School Rank?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Commitment to Sustainability Drives Desire to Succeed

Facility Focus
Commitment to Sustainability Drives Arizona State Facilities Maintenance Director

News
Polaris Commercial Vehicles Take On What Mother Nature Dishes Out

News
22 Capital Partners Selects Avaya as a Foundation Technology Partner for its 22 CityLink Smart City In-a-Box Platform

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Pryme iPhone Compatible Bluetooth Accessories Optimize Kodiak Broadband Push-To-Talk Solutions for Industries Worldwide

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Report: Most Businesses Unprepared for Active Shooters

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HVAC Systems: To Centralize or Decentralize?

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National Park Service Turns 100, but Deferred Maintenance Woes Remain

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Emerson Network Power and Ponemon Institute Release New Benchmark Study on North America Data Center Costs

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9 Acoustical Considerations For Open Offices

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Sound Isolation and Sound Absorption Strategies for Open Offices

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Energy Lesson Plans: How Colleges Save Money on Lighting, HVAC, Water Heating

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Water Woes: Restrictions Hit Eastern U.S.

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What Facility Managers Need To Know About Data Center Redundancy

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N+1 Redundancy: Multiple Options

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Exploring The Value of 2N Redundancy

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2(N+1) and 3N/2 Redundancy: High Reliability Options

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Swing ATS and Catcher Redundancy Strategies

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DeWalt Boosts Battery Power with Lithium-Ion System

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Cambridge Sound Management Acquires Dynasound, Expands Market Share

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Four Wireless Technologies Set Standard For Building Internet of Things Systems

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Haws Introduces New Bottle Fillers to Extensive Hydration Line

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In Data Centers, Human Error Is Most Common Cause of Downtime

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Preparing Your Facility for Gun Violence

News
Dixie Chopper Named “Most Improved” Second Year in a Row

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Lux Features Cut From Over-budget Denver VA Hospital

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Bird Dogged: Volunteers Rescue Thousands After Building Collisions

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‘Bark Ranger’ Gives Grounds Managers a Safety Boost

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Birds and Buildings: A New Stadium’s Challenges

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Sustainability Success: University Attains 100 Percent Renewable Electricity Use

News & Views
Control Foot Traffic On The Roof

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Universities and Colleges Turning to Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Deliver Reliability that Grounds Managers Covet

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Match Needs for Increased Power, Performance

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Greener Grounds: GSA Adopts SITES System

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For University Housing, There's No One-Size-Fits-All Solution

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Success Story: New Approach To University Housing at Ohio State's Regional Campus

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University of San Francisco Director of Operations Creates Buzz on Campus

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Utility Vehicle Recalled Due to Crash Hazard

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Advances In Getting Funding For Energy Efficiency Projects

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PRODUCTS: Grounds Management

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FAA Considers Easing Drone Restrictions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Princeton University Lighting Program Embraces LEDs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Princeton Relies on Established Manufacturers for LED Retrofit Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Princeton Maintenance Teams Kept Schedule Fluid During LED Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
SIDEBAR: LED Upgrade at Princeton Gym Light-Years in the Making

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High-Performance HVAC Helps Bring LEED Platinum to 350 Mission

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Lacking Maintenance Reason for ‘Disgusting’ Buildings at LSU

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Social Media, Tenant Relations, and Customer Care

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Building Occupants Can Impede Energy Efficiency Efforts

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Restroom Updates Must Address ADA, OSHA, Water Requirements

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Unisex Toilets and ADA Requirements

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Water Conservation and Restroom Design

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Restroom Water Conservation Issues Related to Faucets, P-Traps, Signage

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Five Tips To Trim Energy Use

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Universities’ Response to Climate Change Impacts Students’ Decisions

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Concussion Study Focuses on Poorly Maintained Fields

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Repairing or Replacing Metal Roof and Wall Systems

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Weather Protection a Basic in Metal Roofing Repair or Replacement

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Proper Design of Joints and Other Sheet Metal Panel Challenges

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New Standard Drives Efficiency in Rooftop Units and Furnaces

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Data Center Facility Staff Salary Survey 2015: Market Background

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Mower Matters: Matching Needs to Product Options

5 Minutes With
Social Media Mavens in Maryland School District

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Drone Technology: A New Maintenance Frontier?

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Mastering Unique Challenges of College Renovations

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Energy Curtailment Plan Is at the Heart of Demand Response

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Making Master Planning a Valuable Tool for Facilities

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Survey: Facility Water Conservation Measures In California

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Most Facilities use too much Salt During Snow and Ice Events

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building an Arsenal of Grounds Equipment Attachments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specification Strategies for Determining Grounds Equipment Attachments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Extended Warranty Recommendend for Grounds Attachments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Going Green: Equipment Attachments With Sustainability in Mind

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Various Types of Facility Master Plans Serve Different Purposes

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Using Master Plans to Address Funding Challenges in Facilities

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Translating a Facility Master Plan into Individual Projects

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Facility Management Survey: Master Plans

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Sustainability Spotlight: Mowers

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Mowers, Loaders, and Tractors Popular Theft Targets

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Savings and Sustainability: One Department’s Strategy

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Healthcare Restrooms Experiment with New Designs, Approaches, Materials

Building Operating Management
Universal Design Restrooms Avoid Tripping Hazard, Bacteria Seam

Building Operating Management
Location of Patient Restrooms Has Pros and Cons

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University of Texas Offers Mowing Sustainability Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Propane, Organic Soils Among University of Texas Sustainability Priorities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University of Texas Looks to Sustainable Future

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Report: Grounds Maintenance Profession Growing in Government

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Maximizing Space Utilization Efficiency in Higher Education

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Green Team: Cooperation in Landscape Management

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Public-Private Investment Proposed to Help National Park Service Out of Deferred Maintenance Hole

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Video: Best Practices Discussed by 2015 FMXcellence Award Winners

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Evolution of VAV Systems, and Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems as Alternative HVAC Strategy

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Understanding UPS Offline Design Trend, Redundancy Options

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Managing the Acoustics of Open, High-Performance Workplaces

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Understanding Displacement Ventilation, Underfloor Air Distribution as Alternative HVAC Strategies

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Understanding Radiant Heating/Cooling and Demand-Control Ventilation as Alternative HVAC Strategies

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Rent or Buy? Grounds Equipment Decision

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Honoree: Sheridan College, Oakville, Ontario
Project: A Vision of Energy Excellence


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Honoree: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle
Project: Excellence in Lean Staffing


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Honoree: University of Arizona
Project: Excellence in Succession Planning


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Honoree: adidas Group
Project: Excellence in Earmarked Budgeting


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2015 FMXcellence Awards Honor FMs Who Tackled Energy, Staffing Challenges with Proactive Planning, Analysis

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New UPS Options with Compact Designs, Batteries, Cooling Requirements

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Understanding UPS: Generators, Load Tests, Commissioning, Circuit Breakers

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5 Criteria to Guide Purchase of UPS

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Sharing Successful Deferred Maintenance Strategies

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Managing Transition to Open Workplaces and Drawing from ‘Toolkit’ of Acoustics Products

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Solving Acoustics With Design, Location, Planning

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Understanding Rooftop HVAC Units as an Energy-Saving Option

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Understanding Geothermal Systems as Energy-Saving Option

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Smart Budgeting, Good Communication Keep College Renovations Moving Smoothly

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Managing Scheduling Concerns During College Renovation

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Students Help LEED Schools Toward Energy Efficiency

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High Rises Can Post Particular Problem for Door Codes

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To Supervise Property Managers, Crucial Asset Managers Need Communication, Delegation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New-Generation Roof Coatings Offer Many Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Product Needs for Roof Coating Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Roof Coating Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight on Roof Coating Manufacturers Association

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California Campus Capitalizes on Versatility of Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Utility Vehicles for Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Impact of Staff on Utility Vehicle Decisions

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3 Options for Energy Savings in HVAC Systems

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Grounds Riddle: Rent or Own?

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Strategies for HVAC Projects in Existing Facilities

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Security Audits Build a Baseline of Knowledge

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Common Security Vulnerabilities in Facilities

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Tips on Getting Effective Security Audit

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Optimizing Air Handler Operations And Chiller Parasitic Loads

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What Facility Managers Need To Understand About Ice Dams

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Savvy Specification for Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
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

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Networking, Platform, Mentors Can Boost Women in Facility Management

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Grounds Equipment and the Fuel Technology Evolution

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Career Tips for Women in Facility Management: Don't Overstay; Build Credentials

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Women in Facility Management: To Grow Careers, Avoid Self-Defeating Attitudes and Take Charge

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Women in Facility Management: Role of Mentors, Sponsors, Gender-Based Assumptions

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Core Values, Communication Also Important in Advancing Women in Facility Management

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Sponsors, Career Strategy Can Help Women in Facility Management

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Another Ice Dam Option: Snow Melt Systems

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Stopping Ice Dams: Super-Insulated Roofs and Snow Melt Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies for Effective Irrigation Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Best Management Practices for Irrigation Issues

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Ice Dams: Underlayment and Metal Roofs Can Protect Against Problems

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Focus on Fleets: Success Specification Strategies

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Ventilated Roofs Can Prevent Ice Dams

Building Operating Management
Planning, Drills, Communication Can Combat Workplace Violence

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Grounds Equipment and Worker Safety

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

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Quality Management Principles Can Help Facility Managers Resolve Complaints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Solar Panels Add Challenging Dimension to Arizona State Re-Roofing Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Specifiers Take Weight Considerations Into Account

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Penetrations Slow Crews During Arizona State Project

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Landscape Service Departments at Michigan State University Streamline Operations

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Mowers: Longer Life, Peak Performance

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Data Center Facility Staff Salary Survey

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Data Center Salary Survey: N After Any Failure

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Data Center Salary Survey: N+1 And Concurrently Maintainable

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Data Center Salary Survey: N+1

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Data Center Salary Survey: No Redundancy (N)

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Data Center Salary Survey: Market Background

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Western Michigan University Relamping Team Brings Efficiency to Maintenance Department

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Relamping Team Cleans up University's Lighting Clutter

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Success of Lighting Team Leads to Program Expansion

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University Takes Another Step to Improving Lighting Efficiency

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Seven Tips To Make Building Renovations a Sucess

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Fleet: Sustainability Issues for Mowers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Noise Pollution Emerges as Important Mower Sustainability Factor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keeping an Eye on Emissions Important for Mower Maintenance

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Maximizing Mowers: Strategies for Successful Specification

Building Operating Management
Product Showcase: Ceiling and Sound Masking

Building Operating Management
Achieving Good Acoustical Performance in Open Space Designs

Building Operating Management
Sound Masking Pushes Toward Individualized, Centralized Control

Building Operating Management
Acoustics Driving the Ceiling and Sound Masking Field

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Changing Landscape of Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Managers, Manufacturers Work Closely Together

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Consider Lifecycle Costs When Purchasing Grounds Equipment

News & Views
Irrigation Systems: Focus on Controllers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Maintenance Plan Helps Extend Life of Fleet

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Follow Manufacturer's, Warranty Guidelines to Extend Mower Shelf Life

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keeping Employees Safe Top Priority of Mower Fleet Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Supporting the Mower Fleet With Additional Attachments and Accessories

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Maintenance: Solving the Staffing Issue

News & Views
Irrigation Systems: Looking for Trouble

Facility Maintenance Decisions
$188 Million Boiler Replacement Project Keeps University of Wisconsin Warm

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Upgrading University of Wisconsin Boilers for Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University of Wisconsin Utility Plant Staff Faces Challenges Learning New System

News & Views
Reduced Maintenance Costs Can Help Justify Large HVAC Upgrades

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Ignoring "Frivolous" Complaints Won't Make Problems Go Away For Facility Managers

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How To Deal With Wide Day-To-Day Temperature Variations

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Virtual Desktop Infrastructure and Near-Field Communication Offer Advantages For Facility Managers

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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Eliminates the use of Chemicals on Turf Areas as Part of Grounds Management Program

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Bundle Small Energy Measures With Large HVAC Projects

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Three Not-So-Good Reasons That Facility Managers Ignore Complaints

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Department's Mower Bio-Diesel Program Stalls

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Product Showcase: Fire/Life Safety

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Maximizing Mowers: Matching Equipment to Landscapes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Technology Trends Feature Comfort, Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight on OPEI

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Product Showcase: Ceilings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Michigan State Grounds Management Groups Find Benefits from Sharing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscape Service Departments at Michigan State University Streamline Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscape Management Team Tracks Users' Needs at University

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sharing Resources Results in Money-Saving Measures for Michigan State

Facility Maintenance Decisions
East Lansing, Michigan State Merge Some Grounds Operations to Save Money

Building Operating Management
Toolkit Of Leadership Skills For Facilities Managers

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Low- Or No-Cost Energy Measures Can Help Win Funds For Large HVAC Upgrades

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Handling "Frivolous" Complaints Is A Fine Art For Facility Managers

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Irrigation System Maintenance Strategies

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Safety Considerations for Mowing Efficiency

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Complaints To Facility Managers May Mask Hidden Issues

News & Views
Biodiesel Puts University on Sustainable Ground

Building Operating Management
Options Abound For Facility Managers Exploring Mass Notification Systems

Building Operating Management
Multiple Layers Help Colleges, Universities Maximize Effectiveness Of Mass Notification

Building Operating Management
Voice Messages Are Important Consideration In Mass Notification Planning

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lessons Learned from Flooding Chaos at University of Iowa

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Historic Flooding Teaches University of Iowa Tough Lessons

News & Views
ADA: Design for All

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Facility Managers Have To Know Where To Draw The Line About Complaints

Building Operating Management
Options for Occupant Communications Improve, But Message Clarity is Critical

News & Views
Fire Code Changes Informed By Outside Factors

News & Views
Temperature Complaints May Not Be Frivolous

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
Flooding Produces Campus Changes in Response Training

News & Views
Staffing Considerations for Colder Weather

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Looking Ahead to Winter Weather

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Savings from the Grounds Up

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Half of Americans Breathe Unhealthy Air

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

News & Views
Facility Managers Can Educate Tenants To Reduce Complaints

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Facility Managers Should Tackle Complaints Head-On

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

Building Operating Management
Pay Close Attention To Emergency Preparedness Plan When Specifying Fire/Life Safety Technology

Building Operating Management
Assess Current Technology, Expected Future Needs To Develop Good Fire/Life Safety Technology Plan

News & Views
Savings from Centralization for One University

News & Views
The Light Construction-Grounds Care Link

Building Operating Management
Net-Zero Water: Is It Realistic?

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

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Roofs, Paved Areas Emerge as Sustainable Design Components

News & Views
Ensuring Adequate UPS Redundancy

Building Operating Management
NFPA 72's Low Frequency Sounders Requirement Takes Effect

Building Operating Management
Outside Factors Influence Planning For Data Center Emergencies

Building Operating Management
Paul Lupica's Energy Efficiency Efforts Have Led To Big Improvement For Munich Re

Building Operating Management
Energy Star's Portfolio Manager Is Important Tool For Munich Re's Energy Efficiency Efforts

Building Operating Management
Careful Consideration Of Technology Helps Munich Re Avoid Costly Mistakes

Building Operating Management
Munich Reinsurance America's Sustainability Efforts Are Part Of Larger Corporate Goals

News & Views
Landscaping Projects: Matching Equipment Options to Project Needs

News & Views
How To Minimize HVAC Energy Used For Cooling

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable and Maintainable: Achieving Two Goals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Systems Common Target of Sustainability Projects

Building Operating Management
Noise Control Principles For HVAC Design

Building Operating Management
Six Steps Help Justify Building Energy Upgrades

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
Application Considerations Essential When Deciding Upon Light-Construction Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Financial Impact on Landscape Equipment Important Factor

Building Operating Management
How Bundling Energy Efficiency Projects Helps Justify Large Capital Upgrades

News & Views
Snow and Ice Management: Focus on Equipment

News & Views
Custom Design For Emergency Communication Systems

News & Views
Outsourced Security Can Augment Campus Police Department

News & Views
Code Guidelines on Mass Notification Available, Not Required

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowing Practices and Their Sustainability Connection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Drought Impacts Sustainable Mowing Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cut Height Crucial to Maintain Root Systems

News & Views
Fire Alarm Systems Requirements For Use In Emergency Communications

News & Views
Grounds Management: Eye on Irrigation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Five Minutes With Podcast: Hospital Says no to Pesticides for Turf Management

5 Minutes With
Hospital Says no to Pesticides for Turf Management

News & Views
Bird Control: Spotlight on Geese

Building Operating Management
HIPAA Regulations, Affordable Care Act Requirements Are Driving Improvement In Hospital Acoustics, Privacy

Building Operating Management
Sound-absorbing Ceiling Tile Can Help Improve Hospital Acoustics

Building Operating Management
Preparing Fenway Park For Game Day

News & Views
A Closer Look At Pavement Maintenance

News & Views
Open Office Plans Create Acoustical Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Must Spread Message of Needed Maintenance Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Shop Bulletin Board Interesting Place to Plant Seeds of Support

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Change Happen not Always Easy

News & Views
Asphalt Repair Strategies and Tactics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Smart Choices for Mowers Boosts Grounds Care Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Quality Customer Service Following Mower Purchase Important

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Turf Issues to Consider Beyond Purchasing Mower

Building Operating Management
Deep Energy Retrofits Offer Cost Savings As Well As Health, Productivity, And Risk Mitigation Benefits

Building Operating Management
Rocky Mountain Institute's VBECS Metric Helps Calculate Value Of Deep Energy Retrofits

Building Operating Management
How To Present The Business Case For The Value Of Energy Retrofits

Building Operating Management
Property Assessed Clean Energy Emerges As Capital Source For Deep Energy Retrofits

Building Operating Management
In Miami, Brickell World Plaza Combines Connectivity, Sustainability To Provide Green Class A Office Space

Building Operating Management
ICT, Uptime And Direct Internet Connection Are Some Of Brickell World Plaza's Selling Points

Building Operating Management
Internet Connectivity, Security Are Critical Elements of 600 Brickell's Building Intelligence

Building Operating Management
Water Demands, Energy Management Are Among Lessons Learned From Early Days of 600 Brickell

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dan Hounsell column: Can We Talk? Changing Organizations and the Need for Clear Communications

News & Views
Irrigation Issues: Upgrading for Savings

News & Views
The Importance of UPS Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Savings, From the Grounds Equipment Up

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

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Clearing the Air on VOC, Paints and Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paint Specifications Changes Offer Challenge to Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Choice of Paints and Coatings Key for Successful Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Backup UPS System Maintenance Matters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Testing, Proper PM Program Essential to Power System Reliability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Consider Emergency Response Factors in Backup Power Systems Issues

News & Views
Concrete Inspections for Long-Term Performance

News & Views
What To Think About When You

News & Views
Grounds: Preparing for Mowing

News & Views
Replacing HVAC Equipment Before It Fails Pays Off

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Meet Needs of Georgetown Campus

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electric Utility Vehicles in Demand as People Movers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Financial Considerations Factor Into Utility Vehicle Purchases

Building Operating Management
A Community College Library for the 21st Century

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Space Jam: Pennsylvania school factors storage issues into equipment purchase plans

News & Views
Focus On Communication With Facility Management Staff When Costs Have To Be Cut

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
Newsletter Can Help Facility Managers Reach Key Audiences

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Facility Manager's Guide to LEED-EB O&M Rating System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Overview of Points System for LEED-EB O&M

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful LEED EB O&M Certification May Take Years to Achieve

News & Views
Talk With Tenants About Security Needs

News & Views
Account For Disabilities In Emergency Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Project Delivers Benefits to Grounds Care Department

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Department Identifies Savings from Centralization

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Revamped Grounds Operations Brings Savings, Synergy and Jobs

News & Views
Portable Cooling Units Important For Servers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University Uses Planning To Ensure Grounds Equipment Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Key Factors in Successfully Specifying Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategic Maintenance of Grounds Care Equipment

News & Views
Facility Policy Practices for Good IAQ

News & Views
Design and Construction IAQ Considerations

Building Operating Management
Why Drexel University Chose Green Globes Over LEED

Building Operating Management
Drexel University Relies On RECs As Part Of Energy Strategy

Building Operating Management
Drexel University Continues To Be On Lookout For Ways To Cut Carbon

Building Operating Management
Robert Francis Focuses on Sustainability Amid Drexel University's Massive Growth

News & Views
Facility Managers Should Not Be Invisible Within The Organization

News & Views
Concrete and Asphalt: Effective Maintenance

News & Views
Equipment Rental Offers Managers Many Advantages

News & Views
Mower Maintenance Matters

News & Views
With HVAC Upgrades, Look at the Entire System

News & Views
Good Communication Is Essential to Facility Management Success

News & Views
Irrigation Spotlight: Water Conservation

News & Views
Considering Electric Utility Vehicles

News & Views
Water Conservation: Focus on Irrigation

News & Views
ADA: Communication for Success

5 Minutes With
5 minutes with Ana K. Thiemer Project Manager - Renovation and Renewal Program, Facilities Services, University of Texas Austin

News & Views
Extending the performance life of paved surfaces

News & Views
Improving Motor Efficiency

News & Views
Bird Control Application Considerations

News & Views
Manage Interior Systems for Healthy Indoor Air

News & Views
Capitalize on Fire Alarm Systems Advanced Communications Capabilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Considering Electric Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Weighing Benefits and Drawbacks to Electrical Utility Vehicle Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Gauging Electrical Utility Vehicle Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Adapting for Utility Vehicle Success

News & Views
Six Steps To LEED-EBOM

Building Operating Management
How Facility Managers Can Effectively Use Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn

Building Operating Management
Why Facility Managers Are Not Adopting Social Media

Building Operating Management
How Facility Managers Can Benefit From Using Social Media

Building Operating Management
How Facility Management Can Use Social Media in Emergency Situations

Building Operating Management
How Facility Managers Can Avoid Social Media Traps

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bird Control: Meeting the Challenge Sustainably

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bird Control: Application Considerations

Building Operating Management
Cool Roofs an Option For Almost Any Facility

Building Operating Management
Cool Roofs Can Provide Big Savings in Conjunction With Other Systems

Building Operating Management
Cool Roof Rebates, Incentives Can Vary By Region, Political Climate

Building Operating Management
Aging Infrastructure Can Drive Cool Roof Rebates

News & Views
Underfloor Air Distribution Can Benefit High Performance Buildings

News & Views
Reduce IAQ Complaints Through Communication

5 Minutes With
5 minutes with Rick Storlie Director of Administrative Services, Facilities Management University of Nevada, Las Vegas

News & Views
Water-Efficient Irrigation

News & Views
Facility Manager Do's and Don'ts for Email Communication

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Paint Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Paints for Performance and Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Developing Paint and Coating Policies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Important Painting Project Considerations

News & Views
Sustainability: Integrated pest management

News & Views
Grounds Care on a National Scale

News & Views
For the Birds: Controlling the Threats

5 Minutes With
Energy efficiency project results in significant campus improvements

News & Views
Effective Concrete Maintenance Strategies

Building Operating Management
International Green Construction Code Approved with Energy Efficiency, Metering Requirements

Building Operating Management
IgCC Adopted in Scottsdale, Ariz.; Lessons Learned

Building Operating Management
International Green Construction Code Sets Energy Efficiency Measures for Buildings

News & Views
How to Create a Two Way Facility Management Communication Strategy

News & Views
Anti-Icing and Sustainability

News & Views
Water Conservation and Grounds Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Informed Decisions About Uninterruptible Power

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Power Source Alternatives for UPS Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS Technology Matters

Building Operating Management
Facility Funding is Step by Step Process

News & Views
For Good Facility Management Communication, Keep Three Points in Mind

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Focus on Life-Cycle Costs Can Deliver Big Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Components of a Mower's Life-Cycle Cost

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscape Changing for Mower Specification

News & Views
Anti-Icing and Sustainability

News & Views
How Five Steps Can Help Facility Managers Improve Communication

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Incorporate New Communications Technology into Existing Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Department Updates Operations for Green, Financial Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Conservation Focus of Grounds Department's Efforts

News & Views
Anti-Icing Chemicals: Stopping Ice Before it Starts

5 Minutes With
Making a Successful Transition to Zone Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Product Focus: Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicle Manufacturers Suggest Buyers Focus on Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New-Generation Utility Vehicles Offer Sustainability Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electric Utility Vehicles Generate Interest

News & Views
Find Out How the Facility Staff Can Help Other Departments

Building Operating Management
Proven Tactics Facility Managers Use to Get Funding Approved

Building Operating Management
Working With Financial Department Will Show How to Get Funding Approved

Building Operating Management
Emphasize Benefits When Making Pitch for Facility Projects

Building Operating Management
How to Prepare Better Proposals for Facility Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Versatile Equipment Helps Managers Maintain Landscapes Cost-Effectively

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Alternative-Fuel Mowers Offer Benefits for Grounds Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology Advances Streamline Grounds Care Tasks

News & Views
Four Steps To Keep Energy Efficiency a Priority

Building Operating Management
FMs Can Roll Out LEED-EBOM Across the Campus

Building Operating Management
LEED-EBOM 'Master Site' Credits Categorized in Three General Groups

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Can Use LEED-EBOM Categories as Conceptual Tools

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers: Versatile Equipment for Snow, Leaf Removal

News & Views
Replacing Rooftop Units Before They Fail Can Bring Significant Benefits

News & Views
Snow and Ice Removal: Pre-Treatment Strategies

News & Views
Seven Alternatives to Rock Salt

News & Views
Five Steps Can Help Win Acceptance for New Workplace Designs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Department Works To Secure Turf, Landscape Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
IAQ: Review Specification Documents, Seal HVAC Systems

Facility Focus
FMXcellence: How to Be a Leader

Facility Focus
FMXcellence: How to Maintain Enthusiasm

Facility Focus
FMXcellence: How to Get Buy In

News & Views
MSCA Star Certifies Non-Residential Mechanical Service Contractors

News & Views
Propane: A Viable Choice for Alternative Fuels

News & Views
Outsourced Service Providers Want to Be on the Team

Building Operating Management
Trained Immediate Responders Can Provide Swift In-House Action When Trouble Strikes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow and Ice Management: Seven Alternatives to Rock Salt

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow and Ice Management: Pretreatment Makes Crews More Productive

Building Operating Management
Code Green: New Standards Cover More Than Just Energy

Building Operating Management
Efficient Operation Big Part of New Energy Standards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Evening Painting, VOC-Free Products Reduce Complaints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Irrigation: How to Reduce Potable Water Use

News & Views
Grounds Care: Irrigation Practices to Save Water

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Need to Keep up with Changing Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Irrigation Systems: Design Should Incorporate Smart Controllers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care: What Plants Work Best for Xeriscaping

News & Views
Geothermal Heating and Cooling Can Save 60 Percent on Energy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Attachments: Assess Versatility, Dependability

News & Views
Geothermal Heating & Cooling Can Save 60 Percent on Energy

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Plan: Use Checklists for Most Important Steps

Facility Focus
What Do Facility Managers Need in Business Continuity Plans?

Facility Focus
Emergency Planning: Develop a Communications Strategy

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Strategy: Keep a Plan Up to Date

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Planning: Drilling and Tabletop Exercises

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Strategy: Implement a Shelter-In-Place Plan

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Planning: Develop a Chain of Command

Building Operating Management
For Facility Managers, Gaining Influence Means Communicating Effectively

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care: Bioswales Offer Water-Management Benefits

Building Operating Management
Effective Communication Takes More Than the Loudest Voice

Facility Focus
The Evolution of Communication Expectations

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

Building Operating Management
Best Practices for Good Communications

Building Operating Management
Finding the Right Communication Channel

Building Operating Management
Listen: Podcasts on Communications

News & Views
Therapy for Broken Outsourced Service Relationships

Facility Focus
Five Questions to Answer When Communicating Change

News & Views
Build Trust with Outsourced Service Providers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care: Resources for Sustainable Strategies

News & Views
Lessons Learned from Educational Building Renovations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand Response: Communication is Critical

Facility Maintenance Decisions
City of Springfield (Mo.) Public Grounds Faces Adversity

Building Operating Management
Developing an Effective Emergency Communication Program

Building Operating Management
Funding an Emergency Communication System

Building Operating Management
Integrating Emergency Communications Systems

News & Views
Concrete Coatings: Successful Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Department Employs Zone-Maintenance Approach

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Freeze in Hiring, Pay Increases Impacts Productivity

Building Operating Management
Health Care Friendly Rubber

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers: Purchasing Includes Product Research, Hands-On Evaluations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Specification: Consider Performance, Operator Training

Facility Maintenance Decisions
PRODUCT FOCUS: Mowers

Building Operating Management
Funding and Contractor Instability Pose Construction Challenges

Building Operating Management
Innovative HVAC Elements to Consider

News & Views
Snow and Ice Removal: Questions for Contractors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Audit: Create a Fixture Inventory

News & Views
Snow and Ice Removal: How to Price Services

News & Views
Concrete Coatings: Avoid Unexpected Costs

News & Views
Facility Managers Can Help To Lessen Stress Of Elevator Stranding

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Management: Crews Revamp Park's Landscapes, Hardscapes

News & Views
Facility Managers Should Seek Allies in Other Departments

News & Views
Condensate Line Maintenance for Good IAQ

News & Views
In Change Management, Allies Are Crucial

News & Views
Snow & Ice Removal: Contracts and Recordkeeping

5 Minutes With
Grounds Care: Designing, Maintaining Athletic Fields with Michael Tarantino

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers, Staff Team Up When Purchasing Mowers, Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plant Specification: What is the Impact on Maintenance?

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Focus Transforms NYC Schools

Building Operating Management
Coordination Across City Organizations Drives Sustainability Success

Building Operating Management
Finding the Funding for Energy Education and Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: LEED, Energy Star and the Cool Roof Rating Council

News & Views
UPS: A Maintenance Checklist

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Uninterruptible Power Supplies: Implementing a Protection Plan

News & Views
Power Management: Common UPS Technology

News & Views
Communicating During an Emergency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Department Experiments with Bio-Diesel Fuel

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Checklist for Testing, Maintaining Uninterruptible Power Supplies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS Replacement: Analyze Payback, Life-Cycle Costs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Power Management: Four Common UPS Technologies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Management: Making Cost-Effective Equipment Purchases

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Purchases: Create a Specification Package

Building Operating Management
Optimize the Acoustics of Open Offices

Building Operating Management
Block and Cover Sound

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care: Special Events Threaten Landscape Health

News & Views
Making the Facility Department More Visible in the Organization

News & Views
Grounds and Landscape Management

Facility Focus
Tips of the Trade - Gaining Clout With Communication

Facility Focus
Tackling Big Challenges Pays Off with Clout

Facility Focus
Networking Helping FMs Get Things Done

News & Views
Snow and Ice Management: Safety Tips

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Smithsonian Gardens: Roof Garden Poses Maintenance Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Integrated Pest Management: Sustainability and Training

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscapes Play Role in Building Security Perimeter

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bio-Diesel: Lack of Reliable Supply Prevents Widespread Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers: 11-Foot Deck Vastly Improves Operator Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bio-Diesel: Use of Alternative Fuel Boosts University's Image

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sub-Meters Assess Performance of Water-Using Systems

News & Views
Lighting Controls: Punch Lists & Commissioning

News & Views
Even with Change Management Efforts, Change Takes Time

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Controls: Punch Lists, Commissioning, Recommissioning

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Architects, Managers Join Forces in Buildings, Grounds Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow & Ice Removal: Common Safety Precautions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow & Ice Removal: Managing Anti-Icing and Deicing Materials

News & Views
Restrooms and ADA

News & Views
Talking about ADA

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Project Planning: Grounds, Utilities, and Facility Managers Work Together

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Project Profile: Garden Features Native Plants, Hardscape Elements

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Guidelines for Outsourcing Contracts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy-Efficient Chillers, Air-Handling Units Demand More Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Codes, Standards Influence Lighting Retrofits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers Fuel Grounds Departments' Sustainability Initiatives

News & Views
Facility Managers Should Keep Resumes Up to Date

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Management: Utility Vehicles Replacing Pick-Up Trucks

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Grounds Care: Managers Focus on Irrigation Systems, Hand-Held Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers: Mulching Decks Improve Turf Health

News & Views
Communication Is Essential to Change Management

Facility Focus
What Comes After LEED Certification?

Facility Focus
Getting Good Carpet Specifications

Facility Focus
Growing with Your Organization: Strategic Planning

Facility Focus
On-the-Job Education in FM

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS: The Differences Between Centralized, Distributed Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Performance of Alternative Fuels

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Mowing: Taller Grass Resists Weeds

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What are the Main Types of Portable-Cooling Units?

News & Views
IAQ: Keep Communication Lines Open

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Assess Payload, Towing Capacity

News & Views
Grounds Equipment: The Benefits of Propane

News & Views
Costs Versus Benefits of Soundmasking Systems

5 Minutes With
HVAC Management Strategies with Mike Holzkamper

5 Minutes With
Developing a Business Continuity Plan with Sean Nelson

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS: Standby Systems Ideal for Small Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Application Helps Determine Attachments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electric Utility Vehicles Bring Benefits, Questions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Training and Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
PRODUCTS: Utility Vehicles

News & Views
BAS Start/Stop Optimization Offers Savings

Building Operating Management
Understanding the Metrics for Chilled Air in Data Centers

5 Minutes With
Developing a Plan for Snow and Ice Removal with Tim Holysz

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Line-Interactive UPS Offer Higher Reliability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
True Online UPS Offer Higher Power Quality, Compact Size

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Flywheel UPS Require Less Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Requirements for Uninterruptible Power Supplies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Turf Conversions Generate Rebates, Conserve Water

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Turf Conversions Require Construction, Horticultural Knowledge

Building Operating Management
Advances in Sound Masking System Technology Improve Office Acoustics

News & Views
Snow and Ice: Contractor or In-House Staff

Facility Maintenance Decisions
High-Speed Jetter Headlines University's Drain-Cleaning Arsenal

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care Equipment: Assess Department Needs Before Purchasing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Equipment: Rent, Lease or Buy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Equipment Specification: Manufacturers Consult with Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care Attachment Directory

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Manufacturers, Community Colleges Offer Boiler Operator Training

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscape Services Department Acts as On-Campus Contractor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building Construction or Renovations Include Landscape Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facility, Grounds Managers Join Forces for Renovation Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Consider Climate, Disease Resistance When Specifying Plants

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Supervisors, Teams Maintain Key Landscape, Hardscape Items

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Initiative Releases Sustainable Landscapes Rating System

Building Operating Management
Designing a More Energy Efficient Data Center

News & Views
Developing an Integrated Pest Management Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Practices Can Resist Pests

5 Minutes With
Lessons in Educational Funding with Tim Woodley

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Report Analyzes Real Estate Accounting Changes’ Impact on Corporate Financial Results

News & Views
Guidelines for Choosing a UPS

News & Views
The Benefits of Propane Power

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand-Response Program Leads to Potential Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Resort Retrofits Wastewater-Treatment System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints: Third-Party Organizations Develop Standards, Certification Programs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Master Painters Institute Develops Application Guidelines

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: The Impact of VOCs on Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Crews Can Operate Propane-Powered Mowers on High-Ozone Days

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West Can Help Meet Its Water Needs With Low Impact Development Approach

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Upgrades: Opportunities in Existing Buildings

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Commercial Real Estate Woes Far From Over, Survey Shows

Building Operating Management
Commissioning: Best Way to Ensure Data Center Reliability

Building Operating Management
Evaluating Ceiling Acoustics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Flood Emergency Response Plans: Lessons Learned

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Uninterruptible Power Supplies: Flywheels Can Replace Batteries

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Uninterruptible Power Supplies: Specification Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Backup Power Requirements Depend on Facility's Function

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Secure Ice-Melt Chemicals, Equipment Before Snow Falls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Flood Recovery: Cleaning and Rebuilding Mechanical, Electrical Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Data Centers: Design Principles for Providing Critical Cooling

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Calculating Cooling: Load-Factor Definitions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Healthy IAQ: Control Contaminants

News & Views
How to Properly Apply Grounds Chemicals

News & Views
Landscapes and Water Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Application Checklist

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscape Design: Establish a Definition, Goals for Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Managers Reduce Chemical Use on Landscaped Areas

News & Views
Checklist for UPS Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care: Specify Plants that Resist Pests, Disease

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managing Storm Water Reduces Irrigation Requirements

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Landscapes Include Organic Fertilizers, Irrigation Controls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Tools Include Brushes, Rollers, Spray Guns

News & Views
Four Steps for Controlling Pests

Building Operating Management
Making Small Data Centers Green

Building Operating Management
Small Steps Lead to Big Data Center Efficiency Gains

News & Views
Improving Campus Emergency Notifications

News & Views
Know Where to Put Soundmasking

News & Views
Grounds Care Safety Considerations

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New Report Offers Guide To Green Product Certification And Standards Programs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Equipment: Third-Party Certification Ensures Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
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

Building Operating Management
Factors that Impact Office Funiture Design

Facility Focus
Green Grounds Care: LEED Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers' Roles Expand into Light Construction

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

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Attachments Ensure Versatility in Light-Construction Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Identify Hazards to Keep Workers Safe

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Safety Programs Start with Hazard Assessment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Managers Should Make a List of Safe Work Practices

Building Operating Management
Ten Tips To Make A Legacy Data Center More Energy Efficient

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Podcast: Bottom-Line Grounds Management

5 Minutes With
Bottom-Line Grounds Management with John Burns

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Communications Critical in Preparing for Storms

Building Operating Management
Adding LEED Certification After Project Planning Has Begun

Building Operating Management
Does Concealed Carry Make Sense In Schools And On Campus?

Building Operating Management
Two States Reject Concealed Carry

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Podcast: Snow and Ice Management

Building Operating Management
Shootings Call For New Security, Response Plans on Campus

Building Operating Management
Report Identifies Best Security Practices at Northern Illinois University

News & Views
Landscape Management: Solutions for Irrigation and Soil

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EPA Tightens Engine Standards for Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Chiller Upgrades: Drives, Cooling Towers and Air-Handling Units

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Justify Budgets with a CMMS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ceiling-Mounted AC Units Solve Space Issues

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Selecting Coverage Patterns and Planning Layouts for Sensors

News & Views
Costs Versus Benefits of Soundmasking Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ground-Source Heat Pump Improves School's Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable School Specifies Bio-Swale, Daylighting System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS: Preventive Maintenance Ensures Power Supply

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Top Tools for UPS Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Defining Green Roofs: Go Beyond Vegetative Systems

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Retrocommissioning: Calibrating HVAC Controls Saves Energy

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Lift Specification: Ask the Right Questions

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Hazmat: Common Waste Streams

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Specifying UPS: A Critical Decision

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Ground Source Heat Pumps Harness Earth Energy

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Facilities Bill Would Fund School Renovations

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Improving the Indoor Environment

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Technology Powers Bottom-Line Benefits

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Candor Gives Facility Executives Credibility

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Planning for Power

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Demountable Walls: Moving on Up

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Emergency Power: The ABCs of UPS

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Get with the Plan

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California Updating Irrigation Rules

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Roofs: A New Frontier for Green

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Research: Green Products Can Release Chemicals

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Show, Don’t Tell

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New Technology Leads to Increased Energy Efficiency

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Speech Privacy Levels are an Important Consideration in Office Spaces

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Hot Button: Effective Boiler Maintenance

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EPA, District of Columbia Agree to Go Green

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Abandoned Cabling Increases Fire Risk

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NEMA Publishes Installation Guide for Nurse Call Systems

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New Collaboration Between the Construction Specifications Institute and U.S. Green Building Council Announced

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AASHE Seeks Feedback on STARS

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ADA: Ask the Real Experts

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Spot Cooling in a Crunch

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Painting Facilities 'Green'

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What Quiet Offices Sound Like

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Largest Counterterrorism Exercise Focuses on Communication, Coordination

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Taking Control of Bothersome Birds

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USGBC Opens Public Comment on LEED For High Performance Operations

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Grounds Attachments: The Tools of Productivity

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Paints Set a New Green Standard

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Cold-Weather Challenge, Hot-Button Issues

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Putting More Green in Grounds

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China Urged to Tap Benefits of Green Buildings

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Utility Vehicles: A New Generation

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EPA Targets Colleges and Universities in Southeast

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Grounds Management Comes of Age

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School Fined for Underground Tank Leaks

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…And Access for All

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Report: Unhealthy Conditions Common in Schools

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Large-Scale Grounds Care

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LEED Deadline Extended

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BOMA, Green Building Council Agreed to Promote Energy Efficiency

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Adobe Earns Additional LEED Platinum Certification

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The Return of Rebates

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Making Landscapes Shine

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U.S. Green Building Council Proposes LEED Requirement to Slash Carbon Dioxide Emissions

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Huge Penalty Targets Underground Fuel Tanks

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New Non-Profit Aims to Raise Awareness About Green Cleaning

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DOE Agrees to Tighten Energy Efficiency Standards for Appliances

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Air Force Base Settles with EPA on Fuel Tanks

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Accessibility for One and All

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Power (and Safety) in Hand

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Seismic Codes Help Prevent Serious Damage in Hawaiian Quake, ICC says

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New Tool Will Help Colleges Improve Environmental Compliance and Results

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Winter-Preparation Equipment Strategies

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Grounds Care: Designing for Maintenance

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Turf Tactics: Planning for Cooler Weather

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Equipment Options to Maximize Mowers

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Outlook

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Equipment options: A closer look

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Grass-Roots Turf Management

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A New Generation of Grounds Care Equipment

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Making the Most of Mowers

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Air Distribution Turned Upside Down

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When Pests Attack

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Hot Buttons for Colder Weather

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Power

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REPORT PREPARED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE U.S. GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL
LEED-EB: Focus on Operations

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Riding the New Waves of Wireless Communication

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Crash Course in Security

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Utility Vehicle Musts

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The Case for In-House Management

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Outlook

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Taking Control of Birds

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Going Deeper Into ‘Green’

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Greening the Grounds

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Outlook

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Versatile Vehicles: Snapshots of Success

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Putting Open Systems To Work

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Cutting-Edge Mower Selection

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Not a Drop?

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UN-common Challenge

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Going From ’Disaster’ to ‘Fantastic’

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Maximizing Melters

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Texas A&M-sized Savings

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Utility Vehicles’ Growing Versatility

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Fine-Tuning Grounds Care

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Spring into Mowing

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Sound Remedies For Medical Facilities

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Focusing on Fleets

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Spring into Grounds Care

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Maintenance Bulletin

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Staying In Touch

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Grounds for Efficiency

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Outsourcing: Too close to home?

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Place at the Table

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Grounds for Safety

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A Closer Look at Paint-Spray Technology

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From Accessory To Workhorse

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Sounding off on acoustics

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Getting the Green Light