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HVAC and cleaning practices changed forever in schools during response to combat COVID-19. During the COVID-19 pandemic that has gripped the nation for more than two years, safety and infection control was a major issue for facilities, as scientists and medical experts had differing opinions about how long the virus can live on surfaces. As…

As technology and design expertise have improved, sustainable, cost-saving options emerge Sustainable building strategies that have emerged in the past two decades continue to lead to advancements in material technology, application methods, and design practices that consider the building’s relationship with its physical and natural environment. It is now more common for all building components…

Considerations from first cost to energy performance help match the right equipment to your specific facility’s needs If new HVAC equipment like a heat pump or chiller is needed at an institutional or commercial facility, chances are facility managers will spend a good deal of time researching different models, pros, cons and energy efficiency associated…

Staying on time and on budget, when a wrench is thrown in the works, can be difficult. These six tips can help. When starting a new construction or renovation project, one of the first steps is establishing a timeline. To effectively coordinate labor, materials, and equipment, facility managers need to work with project managers to…

A recent study shows the value of electrification for commercial buildings in major cities, both in terms of potential savings and also greenhouse gas emissions reductions. Electrification of commercial buildings, such as office, educational, and retail facilities, has not seen the same momentum as in residential and apartment buildings. For commercial building electrification, advances in…

Facility managers can put themselves in the best position to overcome the skilled labor shortage by ensuring their organizations use the best technology to streamline daily tasks. The skilled labor shortage is one of the biggest challenges facing the U.S. economy today. To fortify their workforce and remain as resilient as possible, organizations need to…