May 2014 Issue

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Green Building Report: Sense And Sustainability
Part 1Pros And Cons Of Green Building Rating Systems
Part 2Certified Energy Manager Credential Is One Option For Energy-Focused Professional Sustainability Certification
Part 3Green Globes, Energy Star, BOMA 360, Living Building Challenge Offer Different Benefits For Different Buildings
Part 4USGBC Perspective: Education @USGBC To Teach Green Building Best Practices

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Close-Up: Educational Facilities
Part 1Closed Schools Create Challenges For Districts
Part 2Closing A School May Seem Like Solving A Problem, But Further Issues Exist
Part 3Lesson Learned: When Security Patrols Stopped, Abandoned School Was Quickly Gutted
Part 4Abandoned Schools Offer Opportunity For Reuse

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Gallery
Gallery: New Products

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Innovative Products
Innovative Products: Doors and Hardware

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Fire: Keeping Up With Code
Part 1Changes In Fire Codes, Standards Offer New Fire Protection System Guidance For Facility Managers
Part 2Expanded Scope Of NFPA 72 Now Includes Emergency Communication Systems
Part 3Newer Versions Of NFPA 72 Include Guidance For Integrating Fire Alarm, PA System
Part 4How Outside Factors Can Influence NFPA Codes And Standards

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Showcase: Floorcoverings
Part 1Key Terms To Know When Choosing Floorcoverings
Part 2Gauge, Twist, Resiliency Are All Key Carpet Terms
Part 3Hard Floorcovering Materials Include Stone, Ceramic and Wood
Part 4Showcase Products: Flooring

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Critical Facilities: Before You Build A Data Center
Part 1Plan For Entire Life Cycle When Developing A New Data Center
Part 2Colocation, Managed Hosting Are Alternatives To Owning A Data Center
Part 3Focus On Data Center Life Cycle Can Help Shape Infrastructure Planning, Maintenance

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Critical Facilities: Detailed Check-Up Boosts Data Center Uptime
Part 1Data Center Assessment Can Prevent Downtime By Identifying Weak Spots In Design, Equipment, And Operations
Part 2Look For Critical Facilities Design Experience, Knowledge When Choosing A Data Center Assessment Team
Part 3Primary Objective Of Data Center Assessment Is To Identify Previously Unknown Risks

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Ask An Expert: Wendy Fok, Energy Efficiency
Part 1Getting Back On Energy Budget After a Rough Winter
Part 2Big Strides in HVAC and Lighting Efficiency
Part 3Ensuring the Most Energy Efficient Equipment
Part 4Overlooked Low- and No-Cost Energy Effiicent Opportunities

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Project: 300 North LaSalle
Chicago Office Tower Earns LEED Platinum

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FM Strategies: Data Center Hot Spots
Part 1Five Low-Cost Steps To Reduce Hot Spots In A Data Center
Part 2Problem: Adding Servers Without Concern For Cooling

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A/V Systems
Five Tips For Getting The Right Audio/Visual (A/V) System

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Fire Alarm Testing
Part 1Why Test New Fire Alarm Systems?
Part 2Testing New Fire Alarm Systems Can Reveal Serious Problems
Part 3Nine Reasons Building Owners Should Have New Fire Alarm Systems Tested

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Cover Story: Joe Kava Profile
Part 1As Google Grows, It's Up To Joe Kava To Ensure Data Centers Keep Pace
Part 2To Keep Up With Demand For Data Centers, Google Focuses On Policies, Procedures
Part 3Custom-built Servers, Onboard Batteries Help Google Meet Its IT Energy Efficiency Goals
Part 4Google Shares Data Center Energy Efficiency Information To Help Push Industry Change
Part 5Customized Training Helps Google Data Center Employees Get Up To Speed

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Lighting: 7 Ways To Make The ROI Case
Part 1Case For Capital Investment In Lighting Upgrades Rests On Showing Specific Benefits
Part 2Benchmarking, Rebates And Incentives Can Help Justify Lighting Upgrades
Part 3Combine Lighting Upgrades With Other Capital Projects To Maximize Energy Savings, Minimize Disruption
Part 4Overselling Productivity Increases, Maintenance Savings Can Hurt Chances Of Approval For Lighting Upgrades

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Restrooms: New Era Of Water Efficiency
Part 1Plumbing Codes, Technologies, And Rating Systems Are Driving Water Efficiency In Restrooms
Part 2Water Codes And Standards Continue To Tighten Water Usage Limits
Part 3Measurement, Benchmarking Of Water Use Can Help Drive Efficiency

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