Building Envelope & Exteriors

Building envelopes (roof, walls, windows) control indoor air pressure, climate control and overall IAQ. Here we cover many important aspects of building envelope design; as well as other exterior architectural components. Facility Executive magazine covers all aspects of construction projects, modernization and ongoing operations for commercial buildings.



Safety Procedures During Roof Maintenance

Safety Procedures During Roof Maintenance, Repair Or Replacement

Facility managers have a duty to maintain a safe environment for contractors, building occupants, and passersby while roof maintenance is taking place.
Outdoor Workers

Which States Are Safest For Outdoor Workers?

With OSHA's recently proposed rule for federal heat protections, Lawn Love ranked 2024's Safest States for Outdoor Workers.
Facility Executive August 2024 Issue: To Protect And Serve

Facility Executive August 2024 Issue: To Protect And Serve

The August 2024 issue explores workplace security, AI in fire and life safety, safety training programs, roof maintenance, and more.
snow removal equipment

The Mandate for Snow Removal This Winter: Do More With Less

Innovations in snow removal equipment are helping a New England company clear more snow with significantly less equipment, labor, maintenance, and repair.
vandalism

Graffiti Removal On University Campuses

When cleaning graffiti off historic buildings, the challenge is how to carefully remove it without causing further damage.

Bobcat Invests $3.26M To Renovate Georgia Facility

Bobcat modernized conference rooms, break rooms, and office spaces; improved the interior design, finishing, and furnishing to align with other Bobcat locations; and updated exterior signage at its Buford, GA facility.
Harbor Wetland, National Aquarium, Baltimore

A Floating Classroom: National Aquarium Unveils Harbor Wetland

Now open to the public, Harbor Wetland in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor used innovations developed at the National Aquarium to create a functional constructed wetland.
Black-throated Green Warbler found in a stunned state after colliding with a window.

New Study: Building Collisions Kill Over 1 Billion Birds Annually In U.S.

A recent PLOS ONE study uncovered alarming new evidence that building collisions are killing significantly more birds than previously thought.
Extreme Weather

Keeping Your Facility Mold-Free In Extreme Weather

Resolving water issues can be costly, but mold is a secondary concern that can rear its ugly head long after water leakage is remedied.
smart irrigation

Smart Savings With Smart Irrigation

As water becomes increasingly more expensive, smart irrigation practices offer a rare opportunity to achieve both sustainability and savings.
Branded parking lot

From Mundane To Branded: Why Parking Lots Are The New Canvas For Businesses

Parking lots are often only seen as lines on asphalt, but their potential for marketing to attract more business makes them blank canvases.
industrial workplace

Culture Counts In The Industrial Workplace

Upgrading industrial setting employee spaces can help foster a culture of belonging that attracts and retains quality talent.
snow removal partner

How To Find The Best Commercial Snow Removal Partner

To find the best commercial snow removal partner, facilities need to look for green flags, and avoid red flags.
Green Roofs and Other Natural Features

Sustainability On Display: See These Green Roofs And Other Natural Features

This selection of four products for green roofs and natural features will support your organization's facility management-related sustainability efforts.
Stormwater Centers of Excellence

EPA To Establish Four Stormwater Centers Of Excellence Across U.S.

Funded with $5M in Investing in America grants, the Centers of Excellence will conduct research and provide technical assistance to improve stormwater infrastructure across the country.
Parking Lot Maintenance

Parking Lot Maintenance: Best Practices For Water Damage Prevention

A water prevention plan for any parking lot should include a regular pavement maintenance schedule.
extreme heat

New Rule Would Protect Indoor, Outdoor Workers From Extreme Heat

Proposed rule would require employers to develop an injury and illness prevention plan to control heat hazards in workplaces affected by excessive heat.
leak detection

Detecting And Addressing Leaks 101: A Guide For FMs

Practical solutions for owners and managers on how to identify and address different leaks that can occur in facilities.
Storm Shelter Doors

Storm Shelter Doors: Balancing The Code Requirements

Implementation and understanding of comprehensive severe weather solutions such as storm shelter doors, and adherence to codes and requirements is necessary to mitigate risks and protect lives in the face of severe weather.
Facility Executive June 2024 issue

Facility Executive June 2024 Issue

The June 2024 issue explores flexible workspaces. Plus, emergency preparedness, data center management, equity in the workplace, energy retrofits, and more.
Energy Incentives Webinar, Power Grid

Learn How To Capture Energy Incentives And Strengthen The Power Grid

Join us for this free webinar and learn how to to open new revenue streams, reduce energy costs, and advance sustainability goals at your facility with virtually no disruption to productivity.
facility resilience

Watch This: The Role Of Facilities Management In Handling Emergencies And Maintenance

This video webinar provides actionable strategies to safeguard your assets, protect lives, and ensure operational continuity.

[VIDEO] Job Order Contracting: Accelerating the Projects that Matter

This proven single-solicitation process accelerates project delivery while satisfying local bidding requirements. Learn all about Gordian’s JOC solutions .

Infrastructure Upgrades For Energy And Labor Savings: Scaling For Growth

How Arway Linen and Uniform is reducing water and energy consumption by 51%.