February 2014 Issue

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Close-Up: Utilities
Part 1Facility Managers Need To Understand Changing Market To Maximize Utility Incentives and Rebates
Part 2Trend In Utility Incentive Programs Is Toward More Monitoring, Proof Of Performance
Part 3Utility Incentive Programs Will Require Stricter Monitoring, Offer Greater Benefits

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Close-Up: Roofing
Part 1How To Get The Most From Your Roofing Budget: Repair, Replace or Re-Cover?
Part 2Recoating Could Extend Roof's Life, But Moisture Survey Is Necessary Step
Part 3Replacing, Re-covering Roof Are Both Valid Options, But Know What Code Requires
Part 4Replacing Roof Offers Wider Choice Of Systems, Chance To Inspect Deck

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Sustainability: New Year, New LEED
Part 1Newest Version Of LEED-EBOM Is Designed To Drive Better Building Performance
Part 2LEED-EBOM Commissioning Credits Focus On Maintaining Efficient Operations
Part 3LEED-EBOM Certification Hinges On Three Areas: Energy Star, ASHRAE 62 and Water Use
Part 4LEED-EBOM Focuses On Continuously Improving Performance

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Healthcare Interiors: Change Management
Part 1How Effective Change Management, Transparency Can Help With Major Changes
Part 2Testing New Processes, Strategies Before Occupation Helps Ease Transition
Part 3Massive Renovation Turns Old Office Space Into New Healthcare Facility

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February: New Products

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Lighting Controls: Not Your Father's Lighting Controls
Part 1Advanced Lighting Controls Offer Better Control, More Energy Savings
Part 2Commissioning Advanced Lighting Controls Is Critical To Maximizing Their Benefits
Part 3Advanced Lighting Controls Offer Greater Automated Load Shedding Capability
Part 4What To Keep In Mind When Considering Advanced Lighting Controls
Part 5How Facility Managers Can Implement Advanced Lighting Control Systems

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Critical Facilities: 13 Ways To Prevent UPS Problems
Part 1UPS's Key Role In Data Centers Demands Close Attention To Preventing Problems
Part 2UPS Design Concerns: Cooling, Surge Protection, Maintenance and Batteries
Part 3Commission UPS Before Operations Begin To Ensure Performance Meets Expectations
Part 4Tips For Operating UPS In Data Centers

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Critical Facilities: Centercore Takes Center Stage
Part 1Fidelity's Centercore Model Offers Data Centers Greater Design, Construction Flexibility
Part 2Centercore Model Was Designed To Give Fidelity Options When It Comes To Meeting IT Needs
Part 3Centercore Design Delivers Complete Data Center In Each Module

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Innovative Products: Plumbing and Restrooms
Innovative Products: Plumbing and Restrooms

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Showcase: Doors and Hardware
Part 1How To Get The Most From Your Doors And Door Hardware
Part 2Include Installation And Maintenance Costs When Calculating Life-Cycle Cost Of Doors
Part 3Showcase: Doors and Hardware

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Lighting Controls: Planning A Lighting Controls Upgrade
Part 1Lighting Control Technology, Energy Codes Are Important Pieces Of Lighting Controls Upgrade Plans
Part 2Service Considerations Can Help Shape Lighting Controls Upgrades
Part 3As Wireless Lighting Control Systems Mature, They Offer More Flexibility For Upgrade Projects

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Environmental Product Declararations
Part 1Why Environmental Product Declarations Are Important for Green Buildings
Part 2How EPDs Are Created, What They Include, and Why They’re Useful

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Cover Story: Paul Lupica Profile
Part 1Paul Lupica's Energy Efficiency Efforts Have Led To Big Improvement For Munich Re
Part 2Energy Star's Portfolio Manager Is Important Tool For Munich Re's Energy Efficiency Efforts
Part 3Careful Consideration Of Technology Helps Munich Re Avoid Costly Mistakes
Part 4Munich Reinsurance America's Sustainability Efforts Are Part Of Larger Corporate Goals

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Compliance: Low Frequency Sounders
NFPA 72's Low Frequency Sounders Requirement Takes Effect

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Project: Chase Tower
Part 1Chicago High-Rise Finds Better Option Than Free Cooling
Part 2With In-house Data Center, Heat Recovery Is Efficient Solution

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Ask An Expert: Chris Wade, Data Centers
Part 1How To Prepare Data Centers for Extreme Weather
Part 2Ensuring Data Centers Stay Online During Extreme Weather
Part 3Outside Factors Influence Planning For Data Center Emergencies
Part 4Preparing Data Centers for Extreme Cold or Extreme Heat

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Top Products
Building Operating Management's 2014 Top Products Award

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