February 2012 Issue

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IGCC
Part 1International Green Construction Code Approved with Energy Efficiency, Metering Requirements
Part 2IgCC Adopted in Scottsdale, Ariz.; Lessons Learned
Part 3International Green Construction Code Sets Energy Efficiency Measures for Buildings

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Cover Story: The 2012 FM Agenda
Part 1Power and Gas Prices: Time for Long Term Contracts?
Part 2LEED 2012 Will Emphasize Operating Performance; ADA Deadline
Part 3NFPA 3 and NFPA 4 Cover Commissioning, Testing of Building Fire Systems
Part 4Federal Regulations for T12 Fluorescent Lamps, Incandescents, and EPAct Tax Deductions
Part 5Allan Skodowski on LEED 2012
Part 6Peter Strazdas on Measuring Results and Changing Behavior
Part 7Nancy Bechtol on the Importance of Communication

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Close-Up: Green Health Care

Part 1Green Health Care Buildings Reduce Costs, Support Patient Health
Part 2Energy Efficiency, Recycling Areas of Focus for Green Health Care Operations
Part 3Credible Data, Staff Support Help Green Health Care Operations Succeed

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Close-Up: Safety/Security
Part 1Key Steps to Planning Mass Notification System
Part 2Knowing Facility's Risks Offers Big Rewards When Planning Mass Notification System
Part 3Mass Notification System Requires More Flexibility Than Fire Alarm
Part 4Mass Notification Systems Offer Multiple Messaging Methods

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Lighting
Part 110 FAQs for Selecting LEDs
Part 2Potential Downsides and Best Uses for LEDs
Part 3LEDs: Questions About Fixtures, Replacement Lamps, Tubes, Controls
Part 4LEDs: Objective Information from Energy Star, DOE, Other Sources

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Roofing
Part 1Understanding Single-Ply Roofing Failures Helps Prevent Them
Part 2Pitch Pockets, Water Vapor can Cause Single-Ply Roof Trouble
Part 3Improper Use of Adhesives can Lead to Single-Ply Roof Failures
Part 4Deflection, Crushing of Roof Insulation Can Contribute to Single-Ply Roofing Failures

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Critical Facilities: Energy Efficiency
Part 1PUE is One of Many Metrics for Data Center Energy Performance
Part 2Free Air, Water-Cooled Servers Increase Data Center Energy Efficiency
Part 3UPS Energy Saver Mode, High Voltage DC Power Cut Data Center Energy Use
Part 4In Data Centers, Simplicity of Design, Commissioning Saves Energy

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Critical Facilities: Seismic Readiness
Part 1Seismic Readiness an Important Issue for Data Centers
Part 2Testing Options for Data Center Seismic Compliance

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Showcase: Flooring
Part 1Good Installation Key to Successful Flooring Project
Part 2Substrate Problems Can Ruin Commercial Flooring
Part 3Showcase: Flooring Products

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Profile: Bob Holesko, HEI Hotels
Part 1Bob Holesko Eyes Energy Savings in 2012
Part 2Forecasts Are Hard To Make In the Hotel Business

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Project: OB8 and OB9
Part 1Green Design Guides Renovation of California State Office Buildings
Part 2Work on California State Office Buildings 8 and 9 Goes Beyond Green

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Ask An Expert: Flooring
Part 1Floorcoverings Can Be Green/Sustainable
Part 2The Greenest Flooring Product on the Market
Part 3A Look at the Hot Flooring Products
Part 4Avoiding Poor Flooring Performance With Proper Specifications

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February: New Products

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SPONSORED SECTIONS

Sponsored by BACnet International
Getting the Benefits of BACnet
Part 2 The Facility Manager's Role in Planning BACnet
Part 3 How to Avoid Missing BACnet Opportunities
Part 4 Future-proofing a BACnet System