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Tech And FM: In Case Of Emergency…
Not just for wireless convenience, a robust Distributed Antenna System (DAS) increases occupant safety and reduces liability.
Look, Listen, And Learn To Find Leaks
Establishing an ongoing maintenance program to detect and address leaks in facilities is an important part of water management.
Facility Retrofit: Light It Up!
Several facilities in UCLA’s athletics department were part of beta testing for a new wireless lighting controls system.
Is Greener Cleaning Just A Tap Away?
Professionals in the cleaning industry are taking a closer look at “engineered water,” regular tap water that has been transformed into an effective cleaning solution.
Considerations For Green Cleaning
Specific facility factors are important, and pilot programs can help evaluate green cleaning options.
Energy Storage At Alcatraz
In place since 2012, a microgrid system on this island operated by the National Park Service provides reliable power 24/7.
Resilient Facilities: Strong And Sustainable
Facility management executives can create resilient facilities by employing green strategies to combat extreme weather.
Video Intercom Enhances Security At Co-op
Located adjacent to the United Nations, this high-rise management team improved security for its tenants.
Keep Cool, With Proper Cool Roof Maintenance
Proper maintenance plays a significant role in maximizing the energy benefits of a reflective roof.
Data Center Maintenance: 5 Tips
Consider these simple strategies to increase the efficiency and extend the life of data centers.
Restroom Hygiene In Foodservice
On a global level, restroom hygiene is a major point of concern when promoting public and personal health—especially in high traffic areas where customers and employees are closely interacting.
Biophilic Design For Buildings: 3 Things To Know
A heightened focus on wellness in facilities highlights the impact of the indoor environment on occupants.
FM Issue: Flywheel-based UPS Systems
Due to continuing advances in power electronics, the flywheel is now a mature energy storage technology used in UPS applications to support a critical load during main power interruption.
FM Issue: Powered For Performance
Five electrical design principles help to integrate and optimize systems in demanding facilities.
Facility Retrofit: Eradicating Bird Mess
Managers at a restored lighthouse in MIchigan found success using sonics to prevent seagulls from landing on its decks.
Streamlining The Facility Management Function
At Broward College in South Florida, dispersed capabilities were brought into a centralized system.
Professional Development: Facility Executive As Polymath
As facility executives' responsibilities evolve and expand, communication is but one skill that should be honed.
Trends Bonus Article: Effective Exterior Surveillance
When it comes to exterior surveillance, the interaction of lighting and security cameras plays an important role in facility protection.
Trends: Multi-Site Security
With safety paramount, additional aspects to consider with multi-site security include simplifying infrastructure and keeping costs in check.
Services & Maintenance: Retail Maintenance
Analysis and tech tools strengthen facility management in an increasingly competitive marketplace.