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Interdisciplinary collaboration. Next-generation innovation. The culmination of collaborative innovation, the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) new Southern California Headquarters – Mary D. Nichols Campus establishes one of the most advanced vehicle emissions testing and research facilities in the world, as well as the largest zero net energy (ZNE) structure of its kind across the United States — setting a…

It is not a secret to anyone within the healthcare industry that infrastructure at our facilities is aging at a rapid pace and requires more upgrades than ever before. Unfortunately, this trend is projected to grow according to Age of Plant (AoP) and Facility Condition Index (FCI) data. For example, AoP (more value indicates an older plant) was 8.6…

With the continuing evolution of patient care and the support systems of those spaces, medical gas has evolved to supply a safer and more effective patient experience. NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code is no exception. The 2021 edition includes some noteworthy changes and additions that facility managers should be aware of. To refresh, the…

  Focusing on operational and energy conservation deliverables during the design can save money and time during the lifetime of the building. Specifying metering and trending during the design and establishing trends during construction allows the building to build the framework for ongoing monitoring. Commissioning can be leveraged as the gateway between construction and operations…

1. Successful projects start with a strong knowledge of local conditions. A local engineering team can provide a strong working knowledge of a region’s physical, political, regulatory, economic, and demographic factors. In-person support and awareness of local zoning restrictions, plan development, review processes, and codes and ordinances allow for a smooth permitting process. Familiarity with…

What is an Arc Flash? An arc flash is the rapid release of energy produced from an unintended arc fault (short circuit) between live parts or live parts to ground. The energy is released as heat and light collide (electrical explosion) and create a concussive pressure wave that can carry shrapnel. The resultant energy is…