November 2013 Issue

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K-12 Shootings: Don't Be An Easy Target
Part 1Layered Security Can Help Protect K-12 Students Against Shootings
Part 2School Districts Have Many Physical Security Options To Reduce Risk Of Mass Shootings

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K-12 Shootings: 8 Policies To Make Schools Safer
Part 1Policies Can Help School Districts Mitigate, Prevent Shootings
Part 2K-12 Schools Should Practice Multiple Evacuation, Lockdown Drills
Part 3Four Points Can Help Schools Implement Effective Policies To Prevent Shootings

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K-12 Shootings: Preparing For The Worst
Part 1Full-Scale Active Shooter Drills Can Help Schools Prepare For The Worst
Part 2Indiana School District Has Three Goals For Active Shooter Drills

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K-12 Shootings: Who Should Carry Guns In Schools?
Part 1Concealed Weapons In Schools Raises Safety, Security Questions
Part 2Ohio School District Permits Teachers, Other Staff To Carry Guns In School
Part 3School Districts Focus On Resource Officers, Improved Response Time Instead Of Arming Employees

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FM Strategies: Video Surveillance
Video Surveillance: Keep Your Analog and Have Your IP Too

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Ask An Expert: Jim Benya, Lighting
Part 1Where To Start With Lighting Upgrades
Part 2Lighting Controls Offer Energy Efficiency, Cost Savings
Part 3Balancing Lighting Functionality with Aesthetics
Part 4How Natural Lighting Affects Lighting Choices

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Critical Facilities: Three Containment Strategies
Part 1What To Know About Hot-Aisle, Cold-Aisle, And Chimney Data Center Containment Strategies
Part 2The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Hot-Aisle, Cold-Aisle Containment Strategies
Part 3How Chimney Containment Can Help Manage Temperatures In Data Centers
Part 4Four Factors To Consider When Developing A Data Center Containment Strategy

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Green Building Report: Sustainability Executives
Part 1Why Facility Managers Make the Best Sustainability Executives
Part 2IFMA's Sustainability Programs Can Help FMs Meet Sustainability Goals
Part 3Areas For FMs To Master In Sustainability: Planning, Project Management, Communication, Real Estate, Finance
Part 4Technology, Operations and Maintenance Are Keys To Sustainability Efforts
Part 5A Guide To Greenbuild 2013

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Energy: Windows To Efficiency
Part 1Key Energy Use Metrics Can Help Maximize Energy Savings With Windows
Part 2Making Windows More Efficient: Low-E Coatings, Warm-Edge Spacers, Electrochromic Glass
Part 3Daylighting, Coatings, Installation Can All Affect Role Of Windows In Energy Consumption

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Lighting: 18 Things To Know About LEDs
Part 1Advantages of LED Technology
Part 2How To Address Common LED Myths During Planning
Part 3 LED Evaluation Checklist, From Codes To Costs
Part 4Examine State, Local Energy Codes To See How LEDs Can Help Save Energy
Part 5Some Common Applications For LED Lighting Technology

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Project: UC Merced SSM Building
UC Merced Earns 11th LEED Certification, 2nd Platinum

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Showcase: Paints
Part 1Use Creativity, Caution To Select Interior Office Paint Colors
Part 2Use Bright Colors For Collaboration, Be Careful With Multiple Colors When Selecting Paints
Part 3Showcase Products: Paints

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Innovative Products: Plumbing & Restrooms

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November: New Products

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