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Facilities management updates, insights, strategies & best practices

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Security and Safety: The Latest in Door Hardware for K-12 and Higher Education


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Ocean View School District Improves Sustainability with Restroom Solutions

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2024 Presidential Election: Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's Stance on Facility Management Issues

Building Operating Management
How to Use Job Task Analysis to Inform Employee Certification Strategies

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How Morehouse College Reduced Energy Consumption by 30 Percent

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintaining Healthy Buildings Through Technology and Communication

Building Operating Management
How Solar Energy Saves Schools Money and Engages Students

Building Operating Management
More K-12 School Districts Leaning on Solar Energy

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Educational Facilities on the Ballot This November

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Budget Constraints, Staffing Shortages Continue to Weigh on K-12 FMs

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Amarillo College Creates Meaningful Aesthetic for the Innovation Hub

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Oregon School Districts to Request $100 Million to Repair HVAC Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Prioritizing School Security Risks and Upgrades Efficiently

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Strategic Approach to Making Schools Safer

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Clear Communication is Key to Effective Management

Building Operating Management
How Citi's HQ Redesign Achieved LEED and WELL Platinum Certifications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electric Boilers: Cost vs. Long-Term Savings

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A Creative Atmosphere Cultivated for NYC Public School Students

Building Operating Management
Renovations Boost NBA’s Hawks’ Stadium

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Impact of Electrification on Built Assets

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Data Center Demand Continues to Grow

Building Operating Management
The Urgent Need for Better Indoor Air Quality in Schools

Building Operating Management
K-12 School Renovations in Michigan Seek to Bring Old and New Together

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Educational Opportunities Present Themselves for Women in FM

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Six Maryland Schools Showcase Rockfon Acoustic Stone Wool Ceiling Systems

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Students Say Restrooms Barely Get Passing Grades

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Philadelphia School District Addresses Air Conditioning Issues

Building Operating Management
Raymond Elementary Combines History and Sustainability

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Azle Elementary in Texas Uses Resilient Tubelite Aluminum Framing Systems

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Livonia Public Schools Upgrade HVAC Systems with Airedale Solutions

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Furnishing Modern, Interactive Spaces for Higher Learning

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Jackson Preparatory School Gets Roofing Upgrade from Carlisle

Building Operating Management
Renovating School for Children with Disabilities

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Decarbonizing School Buildings a Slow, Steady Process

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Fitwel Releases Updated Building Standard

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Optimize School Facility Management During Summer Months

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Forney ISD's OC Transforms School Restrooms

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Must-Do Summer Projects for Education Facilities Managers

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Digital Twin Technology Piloted at the University of Liverpool

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Ferris State University Receives Major Technology Upgrade

Building Operating Management
Facilities Embraces Electrification for 2030 Goals

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Two Illinois Schools to Utilize IAQ Monitoring Systems

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Department of Energy Names Top Sustainable and Healthy Schools

Building Operating Management
Ithaca Green New Deal Aims to Electrify 6,000 Buildings

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Yosemite Maintenance Failures Lead to Injuries

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Deferred Maintenance Prompts Action for Aging Prisons

Building Operating Management
Ithaca, New York, Embraces Robust Electrification Plan

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Higher Education Rethinks, Reinvests in Facilities: Report

Building Operating Management
Green Energy Benefits: Helping the Environment is Just the Start

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Case Study: Heating Modernization at Catholic Church

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Three Ways to Build Technician Pride

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Evaluating Energy Use: What Managers Need to Know

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Recognize Your Team During National Engineers Week

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School Districts Receive $32 Million in Grants to Improve Facilities

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Over 60 Ohio School Districts Allow Staff to Carry Guns

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Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville Selects Nexamp for Community Solar Power

Building Operating Management
Midland Independent School District's Journey to Modernize HVAC Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Bottom Line on Key Performance Indicators

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Kansas Demolishing Troubled Higher Education Buildings

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University of Pittsburgh Grounds Goes Electric

Building Operating Management
Improving Students’ Mental Health with Biophilic Design

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ABM Initiates Energy Performance Contracting Program with Orange County Public Schools

Building Operating Management
Building Electrification Gains Momentum with Heat Pump Adoption

Building Operating Management
Flooring a Centerpiece of University Renovation 

Building Operating Management
For Data Center Construction, Location Matters

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Pennsylvania to Address Lead-Tainted Water in School Districts

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Sustainability Comes of Age at UC-Irvine Health

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The Benefits and Challenges of Facility Electrification

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Texas Voters Back More Money for School Maintenance

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Building Efficiency for Sustainable Tomorrow Launches New Certification

Building Operating Management
Cutting Operational Costs through All-Electric, High Performance Buildings

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Maintenance Woes Imperil Federal Facilities' Footprint

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Bobcat Lawnmowers Recalled Due to Laceration and Crash Hazards

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GSA Begins Process of Meeting Carbon Neutral Goals

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MSU's Thurgood Marshall Hall Makes Use of Rockfon Products

Building Operating Management
University Focuses on Collaborative Spaces

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Indoor Air Quality Impacts Student Performance and Comfort

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Morgan State University to Up Security, Build Wall After Shooting

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Team Success Secrets: Communication and Motivation Strategies

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Deferred Maintenance Hits Majority-Black Schools Harder

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University of Kansas and Ole Miss Stadiums Outfitted with Modular VIP Seating System

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Converting Former Hotel Space into Student Housing

Building Operating Management
Funding Available to Schools for HVAC Upgrades

Building Operating Management
College Esports Require a Tech-savvy Hub

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Assessing and Optimizing Educational Facility Spaces

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Solving Tough Challenges in Higher Education

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COVID-19 Shuts Down School Districts

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Hot Weather Tests K-12 Schools' HVAC Systems

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UW-Platteville's Sesquicentennial Hall Outfitted with RHEINZINK Tiles

Building Operating Management
Transforming Denver Public Schools: A Path to Carbon Neutrality by 2050

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How the University of Chicago Streamlined its Security Upgrade

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EPA's Clean School Bus Program Opens Doors to Electric Opportunities

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Saugus Middle School Makes Use of Dri-Design Aluminum Panels

Building Operating Management
Denver Public Schools Embraces Net-Zero Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Shift in Access Control Systems for Education Facilities

Building Operating Management
From Teaching to Facilities Management: How Machion Jackson Found Her Calling

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Seeking Facility Management Degree? Options are Available

Facility Maintenance Decisions
IAQ, Labor Shortage Challenges Public Perception on School Facilities Managers

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Schools Get $178 Million for Energy Upgrades

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Arizona Reinstates School Inspections

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Vital Role of Facilities Managers in K-12 School Operations

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Small New York City at Forefront of Decarbonization Push

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How Sustainability Staff in Schools Drive Cost Savings Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

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GSA Commits $1 Billion to Sustainable Facilities

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2 States Move to Commit Billions to K-12 Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Las Vegas-Area Schools Double Down on IAQ Issues

Building Operating Management
How the Pandemic is Influencing Future Student Housing Projects

News & Views
DOE Program Provides Boost for 25 School Districts

Building Operating Management
Top Student Housing Design Trends

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Director Follows Calling into Higher Education Facilities Management

Building Operating Management
How Office Environments Influence Productivity and Well-being

Building Operating Management
Protecting Your Workplace: 6 Essential Steps for Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University of Chicago Boosts Maintenance Efficiency with Upgraded CMMS

News & Views
Hiring IAQ Staff Benefits Schools

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From Gas to Electric: How Facilities are Converting Grounds Equipment

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New York Passes Fossil Fuel Ban in New Buildings

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How Facility Managers Can Keep Up with Code Standards

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Berkeley Natural Gas Ban Struck Down in Federal Court

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Green Seal Releases New Report

Building Operating Management
Preparation is Key When Pursuing a Boiler Upgrade

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Mystery Clogs and Strange Smells: School Complaints

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Industry Groups Streamline Process for Obtaining Certifications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Schools Learn Lessons on IAQ

News & Views
How Universities are Benefiting from Partnering with Utilities

Building Operating Management
What Is the Role of Renewables in Building Electrification and Efficiency?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Metrics and Managers: Finding and Sharing Critical Data

Building Operating Management
Will Hiring Ever Return to Normal? 

News & Views
Deferred Maintenance Gap Widens in K-12 Facilities

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Facility Managers at Universities Brace for Tornado Season

Building Operating Management
Designing for Esports in K-12 Schools

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Teachers Give Low Marks to School Conditions

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Michigan State Campus Lacking Common Security Features

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Maintaining Schools During Extreme Weather Events

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Using A Cat for Pest Control: What Can Go Wrong?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pandemic Bills Provide K-12 Schools with HVAC Upgrade Opportunities

News & Views
Electrifying K-12 HVAC Systems

Building Operating Management
How Boilers are Affecting Facilities Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Why Facilities Should Use Green Seal Certified Paints

Building Operating Management
Smart Windows Offer Modern Solution for Middle Tennessee State University

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$15.1 Billion in Upgrades Plague California Higher Ed

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Education Facilities Managers Work to Fight the Great Resignation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mannequins and Emergency Response: The Road to Maintenance Management

Building Operating Management
The Future is Building Electrification

News & Views
Improving Air Quality in Schools Goes Beyond COVID-19

Building Operating Management
University Creates Campus Hub for Health and Human Services Departments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
3 Cost-Effective Ways to Improve School Indoor Air Quality This Winter

News & Views
School Districts Blocked from Participating in EPA Clean Bus Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
$1 Trillion Infrastructure Law Driving Development in Facilities

Building Operating Management
Breathing New Life Into an Old Landmark Building

News & Views
DOE Rule Targets Federal Building Emissions

Building Operating Management
Mindy Stevens Sets Sustainability Standards at Hinds Community College

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New York City Pledges $4 Billion to Electrify Schools

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Heat Pump Market to Hit $118 Billion by 2030

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University Campus Showcase Unique Windows and Doors

Building Operating Management
Designing Space for Labs in Higher Education

Building Operating Management
Improving Accessibility at an 80-year-old High School

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New York City Announces $4 Billion Plan to Electrify Schools

Facility Maintenance Decisions
More Students to Consider Enrolling at Sustainable Universities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University of Cincinnati Races to Update Chillers

News & Views
Latest School Shooting Brings Security of Students Back into Headlines

News & Views
University of Virginia Responds to Reports of Mold in Dorms

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Wisconsin Schools See Increase in Swatting Attempts

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Should Facility Managers Consider a Heat Pump?

Building Operating Management
Improving Safety and Security for Outdoor Spaces on Campus

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Universities Respond to Problems as Students Return to Campuses

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Ohio States Seeks New Sources of Facilities Funds

News & Views
Former Target Store Transform to New Early Childhood School

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Supporting Maintenance Beyond Work Orders

Building Operating Management
Commercial Buildings Can Lead the Way to An All-Electric Future

Building Operating Management
Pandemic Produces Unprecedented Infection Control Practices

News & Views
2 Killed in Separate Attacks in University Facilities

Building Operating Management
Building Electrification Is Reaching Critical Mass in Commercial Facilities

News & Views
Setting Your Higher Education WELL Building Solutions Design Strategies

Building Operating Management
Staff, Students Rely on Facilities Managers for Building Safety

Building Operating Management
5 Indications Your Campus Needs a Master Facilities Plan

Building Operating Management
Collaboration Among Managers Keeps Students, Staff Safer

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Seattle Central College Embraces Sustainability

News & Views
Student Dies After Column Collapse at Oregon College

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3 Ways Facility Managers can Improve IAQ for Students

Building Operating Management
A Grim New Normal: How to Perform Active Shooter Drills

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New Hampshire Middle School Drive Interest With New Light Fixtures

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When to Address Student Health and School Sustainability

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Students Return to Virtual Learning After Microbial Growth Found in HVAC System

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Melissa High School Expands Performing Arts Complex, Designs with Students in Mind

Building Operating Management
Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Through Targeted Renovations

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Why Facility Managers Should Focus on Relative Humidity in Buildings

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How a Wisconsin Elementary School Achieved Net Zero Status

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CDC Spotlights Top K-12 Ventilation Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Enhancing Indoor Air Quality Means Reevaluating Technology

News & Views
Department of Energy Aims to Protect Grid from Cyber Attacks

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Electric Surge Finds Way to Snow and Ice Removal Equipment 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Improving IAQ Does Not Have to Break the Bank

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New Jersey School District Becomes Net Zero, Installs Energy Saving Solutions

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Chicago School to Add Security After Student Caught with Gun

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Wildfire in California Forces Stanford to Cancel Classes

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Washington Becomes First State to Mandate Building Electrification

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LA Tops List of Energy Star Cities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bright Ideas: Lighting Retrofit Project Brings Huge Benefits

Building Operating Management
How Flexible Design Can Improve Resilience in Uncertain Times

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High Temperatures Causing School Districts to Wrap Up Classes Early

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Take the Long View on Training and Education

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Virginia University Goes all Solar Power

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New Certification Program Offered for Turf Equipment Managers

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Bat Found Inside Dorm Prompts Facilities Policy Change

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Philadelphia School District Evaluating Aging Buildings

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Western Michigan Doubles Down on Electric Vehicle Charging

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EPA Goal: Electrifying More School Buses 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Move Toward All-Electric Buildings

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Washington State First to Incorporate Electrification Into Energy Codes

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Case Study: Movable Walls Provide Flexibility at K-8 School

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Howard University Commits $785 Million to New, Renovated Buildings

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Biden Administration Announces $500 Million in Grants for K-12 Energy Efficiency

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UMass Upgrades Student Gym, Improves Student Wellness

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Shrunken Budgets Mean Reduced Investments in Higher Ed Facilities: Report

Building Operating Management
For Construction Projects, Be Sure to Check the Spec

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wisconsin Elementary School Achieves Net-Zero Energy

Building Operating Management
How to Design the Post-Covid Classroom

News & Views
Detroit School District Announces $700 Million Plan to Upgrade Buildings

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Students Hospitalized Due to Gas Leak at College Dorm

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New Healthy and Green Schools Standard Announces Pilot Projects

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University of Iowa Debuts 10-Year Construction, Upgrade Plan

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New Sustainability Program Focuses on Healthy Schools and Colleges

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Oregon Tops List of College Football’s Best Facilities

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Fitwel Plans Expansion to Respond to Need for Improved IAQ

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Case Study: Ceiling Systems Contribute to Better Learning Environments for Students

News & Views
California High School Earns Sustainable Grounds Care First

Building Operating Management
6 Data Center Questions Can Determine Mission-Critical Needs at Branch Locations

Building Operating Management
5 Keys to Revitalizing Campus Heritage in Today’s Moment

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Firehouse Is First To Earn UL’s IAQ Certification

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Did Active Shooter Drills Save Lives In Michigan School Shooting?

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Texas A&M Plans New Downtown Fort Worth Research Campus

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Case Study: School District Installs Flat Lock Tiles for New Facilities

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Arizona State Spends $60 Million on Major Facilities Project

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Prison Dorm? Billionaire Donor's Design Conditions Stir Up Controversy

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Sick Buildings Lead to Student Protests at Howard University

Building Operating Management
Robotic Scrubbers Help District Reallocate Resources

News & Views
Oh Deer: Moose Crashes Into Canadian School

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Problems Plague Nation’s K-12 Schools

Building Operating Management
5 Trends in Creating Outdoor Spaces on College Campuses

News & Views
U.S. Facing $85 Billion School Facility Funding Gap

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Case Study: Elementary School Has Unique Needs For Cooling Tower

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University’s New Campus Presents Unique FM Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Management: Preparing for Certification

News & Views
3 Current Trends in Campus Planning

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University of Miami FM Helps Save Falling Cat During Football Game

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Case Study: University Fitness Center Requires Long-Lasting Flooring

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Extreme Heat Exposing Lack of Air Conditioning in Schools

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Case Study: College Installs Acoustic Paneling to Minimize Shooting Range Noise

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Campus IAQ Ranks High Among Prospective College Students' Parents

Building Operating Management
Trend in Educational Facilities: Learning Studios Replace Classrooms

Building Operating Management
School District to Install 170 Touchless, Self-Sanitizing Water Stations

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Cameras on Campus: Universities Embrace Surveillance Technology

Building Operating Management
The Great Outdoors: Learning Moves Beyond the Classroom

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New Facilities a Priority for Higher Education Post-Pandemic

Building Operating Management
We're Not Done With COVID-19 Just Yet

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Resilience: Are You Ready for the Next Crisis?

News & Views
Aging Buildings Creating Dilemma for Wisconsin School District

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Case Study: Upgrading an Elementary School’s Aging Heating System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Career and Industry Certifications in Grounds Management

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Case Study: Radiant HVAC Helps University Meet Ambitious Energy Efficiency Goals

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New Guidance Addresses IAQ in Schools

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University of Wisconsin-Platteville Makes Leap to Solar Power

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Case Study: Re-opening Schools By Improving Indoor Air

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Concrete Slab Falls Off Aging Campus Building

Building Operating Management
Cafeteria Concepts in Action: A Case Study

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University Prepares for Post-Pandemic Student Return

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Multi-city Office Portfolio Certifies Viral Response Strategies

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Coronavirus Mitigation: Is Facility Humidification Effective for Slowing Infection Rates?

Building Operating Management
Considerations for Using Prefabrication in Healthcare Construction

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Accessibility Survey Spotlights Wheelchair-Friendly Campuses

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Strategies for Higher Education During the Pandemic

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University Physical Plant in COVID-19 Spotlight

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Higher Education Looks Outside for Alternative Workspaces

Building Operating Management
FM Perspective: Bringing Your "A" Game to Customer Service

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training and Certification Requirements for Maintaining Fire Alarm Systems

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How Educational Facilities Are Tackling Coronavirus

Building Operating Management
Why FMs Must Be Communicators Par Excellence

Building Operating Management
Pandemic Recovery Planning: A 10-Step Process

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$116 Billion Price Tag To Reopen Schools

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Specification: Understanding Equipment Options

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Specification: Cost Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making the Most of Mowers

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5 Steps to Prepare Psychologically for Building Reopening

Building Operating Management
8 Steps to a Successful Emergency Communication System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Avoiding Pitfalls: Successful Technology Selection and Implementation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Gathering Data, Assessing Needs: Successful Technology Selection and Implementation

News & Views
Coronavirus Slows Construction, Delays Notre Dame Restoration

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wants vs. Needs: Successful Technology Selection and Implementation

Building Operating Management
Communication, Responsiveness Are Keys for Successful Design Assist Projects

Building Operating Management
How to Keep Legacy Data Centers Productive

Building Operating Management
NFMT Turns 20 With Its Best Show Yet

News & Views
Researchers Discover Smog Munching Building Coating

News & Views
Should FMs Hold Their Horses on Adopting 5G?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Expanded Opportunities for Higher Education Facility Upgrades

Building Operating Management
How to Plan for Fire Alarm System Replacement

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding System Specifics To Ensure Successful HVAC Upgrades

News & Views
NYC Buildings Will Be Required to Display Energy Grade

News & Views
Many California Classrooms Don’t Have Sufficient Ventilation: Study

Building Operating Management
Public School FM Makes Students His Top Priority

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Extending Roof Coating Life, Protecting Facilities

Building Operating Management
How to Implement New Technologies Into Emergency Communication

Building Operating Management
How Technology is Changing Emergency Communication

News & Views
Higher Education Facilities in the Sustainability Spotlight

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Upgrades and Warranty Issues

Building Operating Management
Listen Up! How to Improve Occupant Experience

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Contractor's Role in Roofing Upgrades

Building Operating Management
How to Set Your Construction Project Up for Success

Building Operating Management
Success in a Male-Dominated Data Center Industry

News & Views
State Weighs Massive Maintenance Bond Proposal

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University and Fire Department Partnership Offer Training Opportunities

News & Views
Robocalls can disrupt hospital communication systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Plan and Scope an HVAC Upgrade

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Upgrades Can Lead to Broader Replacement Opportunities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vanderbilt University Delivers Successful HVAC Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Keeping Data Center Construction on Schedule

Building Operating Management
3 Ways to Improve Facility Sustainability, Student Wellness

Building Operating Management
4 Facilities Strategies to Improve Student Productivity

News & Views
FM Helps Create the School Buildings Kids Need to Succeed

Building Operating Management
3 Higher Ed Facility Strategies to Improve Collaboration

Building Operating Management
3 Fire Safety Myths: How Will Occupants React?

Building Operating Management
How Technology is Disrupting Facilities Management

Building Operating Management
How To Manage and Remove PCBs from School Facilities

News & Views
Healthcare Facilities Lack Emergency Generators as Hurricane Season Approaches

News
Redesigned Pop-Up Floor Boxes Targets Aesthetics

Building Operating Management
How to Ensure Proper Roofing Documents: 3 Steps

News & Views
Gas Line Explosion Kills One, Injures Dozens

News & Views
Creating Dynamic Facilities for the Next Generation of Students

Building Operating Management
Collegial Atmosphere Leads To FM Success at Rockefeller

News & Views
Campus Mass Notification System Fails

Building Operating Management
Understanding FM Training and Education Options

Building Operating Management
Managing People, Managing Conflicts: Key FM Skills

News & Views
How Not To Perform an Active-Shooter Drill

Building Operating Management
Communication, Management Skills Are Invaluable for FMs

Building Operating Management
How To Improve the Energy Efficiency of a VRF System

News & Views
Solar Spotlight: Airport Taps Alternative Energy

Building Operating Management
Technology Aids Emergency Preparedness Plans

News & Views
Campuses Raise Maintenance Funding

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Facilities Technology: Classrooms as Laboratories

Building Operating Management
Higher Education Facilities Embrace Student Collaboration, Skills Training

News & Views
Colleges Revamp Building Design To Lure Students

Building Operating Management
Is It Time For A Facilities Management Staff Check-Up?

News & Views
LEED Recertification Available for LEED Projects

News & Views
Mass-Notification Error Leads to Hospital Evacuation

Building Operating Management
Proactive Steps to Respond To New Energy Star Metrics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Power Tool Features and Functions to Improve Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Passive House: Cost and Certification Considerations

Building Operating Management
Join Hundreds of Facility Managers at NFMT Vegas

Building Operating Management
Colocation Data Centers See Surge in Demand

News & Views
Wisconsin Businessman Offers Trade School Scholarships

Building Operating Management
High Ceilings? Large Door Openings? Fans May Improve Comfort, Save Energy

Building Operating Management
How To Fight Air Stratification in Conditioned Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Outages and Shutdowns: Tips for Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Outages and Shutdowns: 11 Steps to Survival

News & Views
Fire Safety Worries in Higher Education

Building Operating Management
Tips for Evaluating Colocation Data Center Providers

Building Operating Management
The Facility Manager's Role in Colocation, Cloud, and Edge

Building Operating Management
4 Strategies for Balancing Facility Outsourcing Quality and Cost

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Chillers: Specifying Equipment

Building Operating Management
What's Next in Mass Notification Systems?

Building Operating Management
Tough Data Center Decisions: Colocation or Cloud?

Building Operating Management
Data Center Operations: Insource or Outsource?

Building Operating Management
A Look at Possible Future Mass Notification Capabilities

Building Operating Management
5 Technologies Driving Future Mass Notification Developments

Building Operating Management
3 Strategies for Green Product Selection in Healthcare Facilities

Building Operating Management
Systems Integration is Key for Emergency Communications

News & Views
Commercial PV Plants Can Receive UL Certification

Building Operating Management
Emergency Communication: Getting the Right Message to the Right People

Building Operating Management
How To Develop In-House Specifications for Product Selection

Building Operating Management
Emergency Communication Codes and Standards: What's The Difference?

News & Views
Data Centers: Microsoft’s Underwater Project

Building Operating Management
What Is the Facility Information Specification (FIS)?

Building Operating Management
Understanding the LEED Rating System

News & Views
Cooling Crisis: Study Ties AC in Schools to Student Performance

News & Views
Maintenance Matters: University Tackles Repair Backlog

Building Operating Management
How to Take Specific Steps to Slash Energy Costs

News & Views
Green Certification Guides Investments in Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Why Universal Design is Critical on College Campuses

Building Operating Management
Best Practices For Incorporating Universal Design

Building Operating Management
Are You At Risk For Losing Your Energy Star Certification?

Building Operating Management
Credentials Hold Value for Facility Manager, Employer

News & Views
Huge Growth in Net-Zero Energy Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Durability, Flexibility in the Spotlight

Building Operating Management
Facility Operating Budget Benchmarks for Office, Education, Other Buildings

Building Operating Management
Survey: Facility Capital Budget Changes for Nine Types of Buildings

Building Operating Management
FM Department Staffing Levels for Office, Education, Other Building Types

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tips to Better Understanding Your Audiences

Building Operating Management
What's Next For Enterprise Data Centers?

Building Operating Management
Is A Legacy Data Center Worth Upgrading?

Building Operating Management
Tips For Doing a Data Center Upgrade

Building Operating Management
5 Questions To Ask When Considering Upgrading a Legacy Data Center

Building Operating Management
With Data Centers, Mixed Picture on Energy Efficiency Best Practices

Building Operating Management
Survey: What Energy Efficiency Measures Are New and Existing Data Centers Using?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers: Cost Considerations of Owning vs. Leasing

Building Operating Management
ProFM: New Credential Gets Facility Managers Ready For The Future

Building Operating Management
At Universities, Changing Learning Means Changing Space Needs

News & Views
BOMA, NAIOP, IREM Create College Program for Young Real Estate Talent

News
Energy Storage: Workshop Explores Impact on U.S. Resilience

Building Operating Management
How Green Building Certification Has Helped FMs Save Energy

Building Operating Management
Emergency Communication: 4 Steps to Success

News & Views
TRUE Zero Waste Certification: No Waste Is Good Waste

News & Views
New Constructruction Projects Have Colleges Borrowing Billions

News
Miami-Dade County Parks and Recreation Receives Green Leadership City Award

News & Views
Building Certification Groups Make It Easier for FMs to Apply for Both

Building Operating Management
TRUE Zero Waste Certification: Re-thinking Resource Life Cycle

Building Operating Management
New Data Center Energy Certification Takes Center State At Critical Facilities Summit

News & Views
Arizona State University Invests in the Internet of Things

News
Xfinity on Campus Surpasses 100-School-Milestone

Building Operating Management
Colocation Providers Announce Hyperscale Offerings

News
SureView Systems Partners with Tyco Security Products

Building Operating Management
INFOGRAPHIC: Elements of a Building Internet of Things Platform

Building Operating Management
5 Steps To Apply College Lessons To Office Space

News
Huttig Building Products: TierPoint to Provide Colocation and Data Center Migration Services

News & Views
Laser Scanning: Technology Gains Open Door to Wider Use

Building Operating Management
Young Facility Professionals Strive For Credentials, Continuing Education

News & Views
Data Center FMs Have Role When Organization Looks to Cloud or Colo

News & Views
Two Innovations Poised to Have Big Impact on Facilities

News & Views
How The Indoor Environment Affects Wellness and Health of Occupants

Building Operating Management
SIDEBAR: Use Available Technology To Optimize the Office

News
Nebb Releases First ANS-Approved Standard

News & Views
Product Category Rule for Roof Coatings in North America Available

Building Operating Management
Make Utility Incentives Part of the Energy Upgrades Planning Process

Building Operating Management
In Higher Education, Changing Styles of Learning Require Rethinking Traditional Facilities

Building Operating Management
Relationships Between Higher Education, Community Critical As Life-Long Learning Blurs Boundaries

News
Riello UPS Opens North American Headquarters

News
AMETEK Acquires Rauland-Borg Corporation

Building Operating Management
Data Center As A Service (DCaaS), Colocation Offer Data Center Flexibility, Expandability

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Tips for FMs Who Run Colocation and DCaaS Data Centers

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QTS Chicago: Colocation Data Center Features Low Latency, High Reliablility, and Redundant Infrastructures

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A Brief History Of Colocation

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Hospitality Group Discovers Trifecta of Synergistic Communication Solutions and Paves the Way for Other Industries

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Lighting Needs for Education Facilities

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Matching Lighting Needs with Commercial Applications

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Paints and Coatings: Technology Improvements Require More Project Planning

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Rural Telecom Central Offices Could Become Edge Data Centers

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Bomb Threats Rise Dramatically at Education Facilities

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Detailed, Thoughtful Integration of Security Systems Yields More Secure Facilities

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Totem Unveils Design for the Future of Smart Power

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Modular Prefabricated Components Speed Construction, Cut Waste

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NEMA Releases Standard that Tests Audio Quality in Emergency Call Systems

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Paints and Coatings: Going Beyond VOCs

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Selection Specifics for Paints and Coatings

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SIDEBAR: PaintCare Provides Convenient Disposal Option

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Renovations and Retrofits: University of La Verne, La Verne, Calif.

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Financial Management: Westerville (Ohio) School District

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Financial Management: Kettering (Ohio) School District

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Personnel Management: Johnson and Wales University, Providence, R.I.

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Commitment to Sustainability Drives Desire to Succeed

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Commercial Mowers and the Sustainability Connection

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More Mower Options Mean Greater Sustainability

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Achieving Sustainability Beyond Mowing Equipment

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SIDEBAR: Managers use Mowers as Recruiting Tools

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22 Capital Partners Selects Avaya as a Foundation Technology Partner for its 22 CityLink Smart City In-a-Box Platform

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Pryme iPhone Compatible Bluetooth Accessories Optimize Kodiak Broadband Push-To-Talk Solutions for Industries Worldwide

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Specification Tips for LEDs

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LED Options Continue to Expand

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Energy Star: Steps to a Successful LED Project

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Report: Most Businesses Unprepared for Active Shooters

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Idaho Takes Security Steps to Avoid Shootings in K-12 Schools

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Emerson Network Power and Ponemon Institute Release New Benchmark Study on North America Data Center Costs

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Primary Factors in Successful Paints and Coatings Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paint Coverage Depends on Nature of Substrate

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Condition and Preparation of Substrate Enhances Paint or Coating

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Test Paint or Coating to Ensure Finished Job Features Proper Look

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SIDEBAR: Before and After Paints and Coatings Considerations

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Maintenance Champions: FMDAA Recipients Announced

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Roof Coatings: Planning Projects that Perform

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Roof Coatings Provide Cost-Effective Option to Complete Re-Roof Job

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Roof Assessment can Help Determine if Coatings can Deliver Results

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In-House or Outsourcing Roof Coatings Projects Among Managers' Decisions

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New Sandy Hook Elementary School to Open 4 Years After Mass Shooting

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2016 FMDAA Finalists Announced

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Four Wireless Technologies Set Standard For Building Internet of Things Systems

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Money Matters: K-12 Education Facilities Tackle Retrofit Funding

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University of Virginia Encourages Girls to Consider Careers in FM

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Report: Half of U.S. Schools Have IAQ Issues

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Creating Campus Buzz Between Maintenance and Occupants

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Education Facilities Survey Paints Aging Picture for Buildings, Staff

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Door Hardware: Locking Down Security and Performance

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Several Factors Contribute to Specification Decisions for Door Hardware

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SIDEBAR: Specification Solutions for Door Hardware

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PRODUCTS: Door Hardware

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Retrofits Deliver Bottom-Line Benefits to Healthcare Facilities

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Retrofit Strategy: Managers get Involved from Day One

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Healthcare Facilities Retrofits: Making Available Money Work

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Managers Use Knowledge Gained from Past Retrofit Projects

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For University Housing, There's No One-Size-Fits-All Solution

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Product Selection, Energy Jumpstart, Recertification in LEED v4

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USGBC Perspective: Analysis Reveals $46 Billion Deficit In Public School Infrastructure Investment

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Concrete Coatings: Repairing and Preparing for Success

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Matching Concrete Coatings with Traffic Patterns and Weather Conditions

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Waterproofing Among Important Concrete Coating Application Considerations

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Post-Application Maintenance Plan for Concrete Coatings

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SIDEBAR: Coatings Checklist — Application Considerations

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PRODUCTS: Paints & Coatings

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Building a 21st Century Power Tools Arsenal

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Ergonomics Emerges as Important Power Tool Consideration

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New-Generation Power Tools Improve Efficiency, Lower Cost of Operation

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SIDEBAR: Tool Check — Inspection and Maintenance Tips

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High-Performance HVAC Helps Bring LEED Platinum to 350 Mission

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Savvy Decisions Prevent Flooding Disaster at Medical School

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Vital Hospital Components Considered Vulnerable to Flooding

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New Energy Plant Brings Important Infrastructure Together

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Painstaking Process Bringing New Medical College Energy Plant Online

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Flood-Protection Upgrades Pass First Significant Test

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Buying Green: Database Aims to Streamline Specification

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College Improves Efficiency by Centralizing Facility Maintenance Staffs

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Social Media, Tenant Relations, and Customer Care

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Loss of Master Key Costs College More Than $500,000

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Trends and Tactics for Successful Paints and Coatings Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Urethane- and Epoxy-Based Products are Effective Concrete Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sidebar: Take Clean, Kill, Coat Approach to Mold and Mildew

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Building Occupants Can Impede Energy Efficiency Efforts

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Financing Hurdles Tough to Overcome in K-12 Districts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers' Roles Vary in Trying to Secure Funding for K-12 Retrofits

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Return on Investment Factors into K-12 Retrofit Decisions

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Summer Work Common to Complete Upgrade Projects in K-12 Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Future Focus: What's Your Next Retrofit Project?

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Differences Between Antimicrobial and Antibacterial Coatings

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Five Tips To Trim Energy Use

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Solar Power for Your Building? How About a Super-Efficient ‘Sunflower’

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Facility Managers' Role Changing as Data Centers Evolve

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Understanding Benefits of Cloud for Data Centers Important for Facility Managers

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Scalability, Easy Upgrades Among Cloud Benefits for Data Centers

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Social Media Mavens in Maryland School District

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Carefully Selected Floors Raise Issues of Materials Use

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Flooring Decisions Involve Issues of Sustainable Content, Chemical Exposure

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‘Green’ Flooring Decisions Involve Checking for Third-Party Certifications

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Green Seal, Floorscore Among ‘Green’ Flooring Certifications

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Mastering Unique Challenges of College Renovations

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Energy Curtailment Plan Is at the Heart of Demand Response

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In Case of Emergency: The Facilities Management Role at Arizona State

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Facilities Management's Role in ASU Emergency Response and Recovery Planning

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Arizona State Benefits from Emergency Planning Process

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2015 FMD Achievement Awards: Retrofits and Renovations

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2015 FMD Achievement Awards: Financial Management

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2015 FMD Achievement Awards: Personnel Management

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2015 FMD Achievement Awards: Sustainability

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Universities Save Switching from Steam to Hot Water

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FMs Report 2016 Facility Department Staffing Plans

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Green Standards Guide Purchasing for Facility Managers

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Mobile CMMS Delivers Benefits for Facility Maintenance Managers on the Move

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Software, Hardware Options Expand Mobile CMMS Opportunities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Moving to Mobile CMMS can Present Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Going Mobile With CMMS Offers Many Benefits

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Operating Budgets: Survey of 2016 Facility Plans

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Healthcare Restrooms Experiment with New Designs, Approaches, Materials

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Universal Design Restrooms Avoid Tripping Hazard, Bacteria Seam

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Location of Patient Restrooms Has Pros and Cons

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How to Pick a Winner in Energy Optimization

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Survey: 2016 Facility Capital Budget Plans

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Education Facility Security Vital, But At What Cost?

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Maintenance Staffs Incur ‘Back to School’ Costs Too

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Painting Project Cost Considerations

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Interior Painting Project Considerations

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Exterior Painting Project Considerations

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Keeping Track of Power Tools a Challenge for Maintenance Departments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managing Technicians and Their Tool Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Manual Tracking System Helps Manage Power Tool Distribution

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Determining When to Repair or Replace Power Tools

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Evolution of VAV Systems, and Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems as Alternative HVAC Strategy

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How Mass Notification Systems Are Used and Their Various Forms

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Understanding Displacement Ventilation, Underfloor Air Distribution as Alternative HVAC Strategies

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Understanding Radiant Heating/Cooling and Demand-Control Ventilation as Alternative HVAC Strategies

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Utility Incentives Can Help Cover Cost Of Energy Efficiency Projects

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Utility Technical Advice Helps Denver School Solve Hot/Cold Problem

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Sharing Successful Deferred Maintenance Strategies

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NFPA 72, Risk Analysis Also Important with Mass Notification Systems

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Tips on Mass Notification ‘Designers,’ Limitations, and Testing

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Kobar Tower Attack Prompted Development of Mass Notification Systems

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Combining Fire/Life Safety, Emergency Communication Systems for Mass Notification

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Smart Budgeting, Good Communication Keep College Renovations Moving Smoothly

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Technology and the Art of Finding the Right KPIs

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Managing Scheduling Concerns During College Renovation

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Issues of Airflow, Alarms, Siting in Modernizing Labs

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Issues Involved in Continuous Containment for BSL3s

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Role of Commissioning, Verification, and Project Team in Lab Modernization

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Tips on Modernizing High Containment Labs

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To Supervise Property Managers, Crucial Asset Managers Need Communication, Delegation

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California Campus Capitalizes on Versatility of Utility Vehicles

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Specifying Utility Vehicles for Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Impact of Staff on Utility Vehicle Decisions

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Making the Right Choice with Energy Optimization Products and Services

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Keeping a Sustainable Building Operating Sustainably

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Utility Program Helps Fund Retrocommissioning, Upgrades at Santiago Canyon College

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Savvy Specification for Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Should Schedule Time to Test Grounds Equipment Before Purchasing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training, Inspections Important to Long-Term Grounds Equipment Care

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Trend Watch: Mower Efficiency Continues to Improve

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Networking, Platform, Mentors Can Boost Women in Facility Management

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Career Tips for Women in Facility Management: Don't Overstay; Build Credentials

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Women in Facility Management: To Grow Careers, Avoid Self-Defeating Attitudes and Take Charge

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Women in Facility Management: Role of Mentors, Sponsors, Gender-Based Assumptions

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Core Values, Communication Also Important in Advancing Women in Facility Management

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Sponsors, Career Strategy Can Help Women in Facility Management

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Handling Emergencies in Multi-Tenant Office Buildings

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Planning, Drills, Communication Can Combat Workplace Violence

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Energy Upgrades Overcome Scheduling Challenges, Produce Verified Savings

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Introducing the Apex Award for Energy Optimization

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Pilot Programs, Veterans’ Insights Help with Energy Optimization

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Best Practices for Energy Optimization

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Focus on Benefits, Product Credibility in Energy Optimization Purchases

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Training, Technology Upgrades Can Boost Facility’s Efficiency

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Tapping Occupant Behavior a Key Sustainability Strategy

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Turf Wars, Staffing Complicate Mass Notification Plans

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Quality Management Principles Can Help Facility Managers Resolve Complaints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Unlocking the Door to Successful Door Security Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Start Specification Process With Thorough Analysis of Facility Entries

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Product Considerations for Door Hardware Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints Applications: Recipe for Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Considerations for Painting Products

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Completing the Painting Project Puzzle

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Solar Panels Add Challenging Dimension to Arizona State Re-Roofing Project

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Roofing Specifiers Take Weight Considerations Into Account

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Roof Penetrations Slow Crews During Arizona State Project

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High School Plumbing Retrofit Combats Rising Water Bills

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Landscape Service Departments at Michigan State University Streamline Operations

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Utility Vehicles and the Road to Successful Specification

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Important Utility Vehicle Specification Decisions to Consider

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Lessons Learned From Utility Vehicle Specification

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Upgraded BAS Sets Stage for Improved Efficiency at University of New Mexico

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Role of Voice Messages in Mass Notification System

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Choosing a Green Cleaning Vendor

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Western Michigan University Relamping Team Brings Efficiency to Maintenance Department

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Relamping Team Cleans up University's Lighting Clutter

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Success of Lighting Team Leads to Program Expansion

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University Takes Another Step to Improving Lighting Efficiency

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Impact of KPIs on Measuring Productivity

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As CMMS collect and store more maintenance data, managers discuss strategies for using them to increase productivity and efficiency

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Seven Tips To Make Building Renovations a Sucess

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Design Collaboration Can Make School a Great Teaching Tool

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More Ways Facility Managers Can Excel as Educators

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How School Buildings Can Become Hands-On Teaching Tools

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Problems in Specs, Performance, Can Hurt HVAC Project

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Why HVAC Projects Go Well — or Poorly

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HVAC Projects in Existing Facilities: Strategies to Smooth the Way

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Additional Strategies to Head Off Problems with HVAC Projects

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5 Common Aerial Lift Mistakes to Avoid

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Specification Strategies for Aerial Work Platforms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Review Specification Strategies Before Renting or Buying Aerial Lift Equipment

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Get All Stakeholders Involved in Risk Assessments

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Improving Productivity: Measure What Matters

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Impact of KPIs on Measuring Productivity

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Steps to Executing Increased Productivity Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lessons in Labor: Data Helps Alaska School District Manager Make Tough Cuts

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Do In-Depth Evaluation to Plan Mass Notification System

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Common Data Not Always the Correct Data to Determine KPIs

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After Finding the Right KPIs, Take Advantage of the Information

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$188 Million Boiler Replacement Project Keeps University of Wisconsin Warm

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Upgrading University of Wisconsin Boilers for Efficiency

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University of Wisconsin Utility Plant Staff Faces Challenges Learning New System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wireless Lighting Controls Market by Market

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Classrooms Not Always Great Fit for Wireless Lighting Control Systems

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Healthcare Facility Concerns When Using Wireless Lighting Controls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Six Specification Steps: Selecting a Wireless Lighting System

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Ignoring "Frivolous" Complaints Won't Make Problems Go Away For Facility Managers

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Virtual Desktop Infrastructure and Near-Field Communication Offer Advantages For Facility Managers

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How To Prepare HVAC Systems For Higher Demand

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Multitude Of Options Available For Mass Notification System

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Three Not-So-Good Reasons That Facility Managers Ignore Complaints

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Product Showcase: Fire/Life Safety

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Third-Party Green Certifications Still a Critical Part of Product Selection

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Stringent and Science-Based Third-Party Certifications

Building Operating Management
Green Certifications Support Green Building Rating Systems

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Advances in Product Standards and Green Certifications

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Managers offer their insights on the benefits of technicians earning certifications and credentials

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Toolkit Of Leadership Skills For Facilities Managers

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Taking The First Steps Toward Intelligent Buildings

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New Operations and Maintenance Credits in LEED v4

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Handling "Frivolous" Complaints Is A Fine Art For Facility Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Problems and How To Avoid Them

Facility Maintenance Decisions
VOCs Among Concerns When Specifying Paints and Coatings Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Factors to Consider Before Starting a Paints and Coatings Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Recycling Best Disposal Method for Paints and Coatings

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Questions to Ask a Roof Contractor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Ensuring Performance and Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coating Specifications: One Size Does not Fit All

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Application Concerns When Applying Roof Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Matters and Roof Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dave Lubach: Managers Need to Embrace New Ideas and Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maryland School District Streamlines Lighting Systems for Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Streamlighting Lighting Inventory one Goal of K-12 Retrofit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
In-House Crews, Contractors Split School District Lighting System Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
School District Building Engineers Provide Significant Input on Lighting Projects

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Complaints To Facility Managers May Mask Hidden Issues

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Third Roof is a Charm for University of Northern Iowa

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University Faces Major Roofing Decision After Storm

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preventive Maintenance: Shifting a Department's Focus Pays Big Dividends

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Steps to Successful Preventive Maintenance Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing New Technology Boosts Performance, Morale

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Recruiting Strategies: Finding and Keeping Top Talent

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Where Maintenance Managers Find Qualified Help

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Finding Qualified Candidates Sometimes Presents Major Challenge

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Showcase Products: Mass Notification

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Options Abound For Facility Managers Exploring Mass Notification Systems

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Multiple Layers Help Colleges, Universities Maximize Effectiveness Of Mass Notification

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Voice Messages Are Important Consideration In Mass Notification Planning

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Facility Managers Have To Know Where To Draw The Line About Complaints

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Options for Occupant Communications Improve, But Message Clarity is Critical

Building Operating Management
FTC Green Guides Provide Guidance For Sustainable Facility Products and Services

Building Operating Management
Federal Trade Commission Green Guides Help Facility Managers Evaluate Environmental Marketing Claims

News & Views
Temperature Complaints May Not Be Frivolous

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Floor Coatings for Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Concrete and Masonry Issues with Floor Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Recommended Coatings for Tile and Wood Flooring

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Construction Considerations when Coating Floors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University of Richmond Makes Smooth Adjustment to Mobile CMMS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Security Concerns Loom Large in University's Conversion to Mobile CMMS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technicians Play Important Role in CMMS Testing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University Maximizes Benefits of Mobile CMMS

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Lesson Learned: When Security Patrols Stopped, Abandoned School Was Quickly Gutted

Building Operating Management
Abandoned Schools Offer Opportunity For Reuse

Building Operating Management
Pros And Cons Of Green Building Rating Systems

Building Operating Management
Certified Energy Manager Credential Is One Option For Energy-Focused Professional Sustainability Certification

Building Operating Management
Green Globes, Energy Star, BOMA 360, Living Building Challenge Offer Different Benefits For Different Buildings

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USGBC Perspective: Education @USGBC To Teach Green Building Best Practices

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers discuss their successes and challenges when tapping into technology

Building Operating Management
Closed Schools Create Challenges For Districts

Building Operating Management
Closing A School May Seem Like Solving A Problem, But Further Issues Exist

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Projects With Sustainability in Mind

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Painting Projects Mistakes and Oversights

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology Improves Quality of Paints and Coatings Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Contractors Provide Valuable Resource to Managers

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Facility Managers Can Educate Tenants To Reduce Complaints

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University of San Diego Successfully Implements Mobile CMMS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Retrofits: Certification for Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
AHRI Certification Benefits for HVAC Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Quantifying Savings When Specifying HVAC Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight: AHRI Portable Cooling Certification Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Aerial Lifts: Rising to the Challenge

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renting vs. Buying Aerial Work Platforms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training, Maintenance Important in Aerial Work Platform Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Basics of Successful Aerial Work Platform Specification

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Facility Managers Should Tackle Complaints Head-On

Building Operating Management
Pay Close Attention To Emergency Preparedness Plan When Specifying Fire/Life Safety Technology

Building Operating Management
Assess Current Technology, Expected Future Needs To Develop Good Fire/Life Safety Technology Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preparing a Plan for Painting Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Focus on Life-Cycle Costs for Painting Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Developing a Plan for Paints and Coating Projects

Building Operating Management
What Facility Managers Need To Know Before Beginning Painting Projects

Building Operating Management
Potential VOC Levels Are Important Consideration In Paints Selection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Column: Taking Time for Testing Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Management Insight Column: Five KPIs Every Manager Should Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Management Insight Column: Measure key performance indicators that matter

Building Operating Management
Outside Factors Influence Planning For Data Center Emergencies

Building Operating Management
Relationship-based Educational Design Turns Classrooms Into Instructional Tools

Building Operating Management
Focus On Needs Of Students To Design Effective Classroom Spaces

Building Operating Management
Showing Students, Faculty Respect Is Important Aspect Of Relationship-based Educational Design

Building Operating Management
Color Does Not Have To Be A Challenge In Educational Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Seeking LEED Status in Older Buildings Offers Unique Challenges

Building Operating Management
M&V Done Right: Tips For Measuring And Reporting Energy Efficiency Results

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Repeat as Needed: Maintenance Is Essential

Building Operating Management
Energy Star Helps Engage School Staffs, Provides National Recognition

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits at University of Minnesota Deliver Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Parking Structures Frequent Target of LED Opportunities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Stairwells, Hallways Other Sources of LED Installations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Benefits and Challenges Presented by LED Retrofits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Closer Look Online Exclusive: The University of Minnesota's Lighting Retrofits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
5 Minutes With Podcast: How University of Alabama at Birmingham Saved Millions of Gallons of Water

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Column: Deferred Maintenance — The Bottom Line

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand Response: Delivering Efficiency and Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Consider Demand-Response Impact on Operations Before Participating

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Health Care Facilities Present Demand Response Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Clearing Hurdles Presented by Demand Response

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sidebar: Demand-Response Resources

News & Views
Custom Design For Emergency Communication Systems

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Why Green Schools Are Important For Students and Teachers

News & Views
Code Guidelines on Mass Notification Available, Not Required

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Personnel Management Challenges and Successes

Building Operating Management
LEED v4 Changes Are Focused On Performance

Building Operating Management
Managing Building Operations And Improving Energy Efficiency Are Key Components Of LEED v4

Building Operating Management
LEED v4 Has Indoor and Outdoor Environment Elements, Simplified Recertification

News & Views
Outsourcing Benefits Require Targeted Application

News & Views
Fire Alarm Systems Requirements For Use In Emergency Communications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Who's on Your Sustainability Team?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Big Data: Rethinking Your Dashboard

Building Operating Management
How NFPA 72 Defines Mass Notification

Building Operating Management
NFPA 72 Requirements For Mass Notification

Building Operating Management
NFPA 72 Does Not Require Emergency Communication System, But Provides Guidelines

Building Operating Management
What You Need For A Mass Notification System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: Mobile Issues Important in Software Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: College Facilities Moving to Mobile

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: Laying Groundwork for New Systems

Building Operating Management
Take Steps To Make Sure That Summer School Construction Isn't Tardy

Building Operating Management
Time, Money Are Especially Important To Summer School Construction Projects

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School District Near Chicago Ponders Renovations, Building Consolidations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Profession's Progress: The Role of Certification

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How To Avoid A "Frankenstein" UPS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Must Spread Message of Needed Maintenance Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Shop Bulletin Board Interesting Place to Plant Seeds of Support

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Change Happen not Always Easy

Building Operating Management
Measurement and Verification Can Help Maintain Efficiency, Improve LEED Scores

Building Operating Management
Measurement And Verification Requires Close Attention To Be Successful Part Of Green Building Initiatives

Building Operating Management
How Continuous Measurement And Verification Helped Improve Operational Efficiency

Building Operating Management
LEED for Healthcare Aims To Help Improve Health of Buildings, Patients

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Conduct Site Analysis Before Starting Construction On Data Centers

Building Operating Management
In Miami, Brickell World Plaza Combines Connectivity, Sustainability To Provide Green Class A Office Space

Building Operating Management
ICT, Uptime And Direct Internet Connection Are Some Of Brickell World Plaza's Selling Points

Building Operating Management
Internet Connectivity, Security Are Critical Elements of 600 Brickell's Building Intelligence

Building Operating Management
Water Demands, Energy Management Are Among Lessons Learned From Early Days of 600 Brickell

Building Operating Management
Which Green Building Product Criteria Should Facility Managers Use?

Building Operating Management
'Red List' Of Chemicals Can Help Guide Building Product Selection, But Will Not Be Definitive

Building Operating Management
LEED, Living Building Challenge Can Help Inform Product Selection

Building Operating Management
Environmental Product Declarations, Health Product Declarations Offer Standardized Data On Building Product Information

Building Operating Management
LEED v4 Does Not Include Chemical Red List

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dan Hounsell column: Can We Talk? Changing Organizations and the Need for Clear Communications

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A Refresher on LEED-EBOM Recertification

Building Operating Management
Flooring Installation Failures Can Be Costly, Time-Consuming

Building Operating Management
Address Substrate Issues To Avoid Flooring Adhesive Problems

Building Operating Management
Energy Efficiency Projects Bring Large Savings To Poudre School District

Building Operating Management
Bond Issue Will Help Make Existing Poudre Schools More Energy Efficient

Building Operating Management
Data Is Lifeblood Of Colorado School District's Energy Efficiency Program

Building Operating Management
Culture Change Produces Large Energy Savings at Rocky Mountain High School

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fine-Tuning the Green Certification Process

Building Operating Management
CEIR's RoofPoint System Helps Facility Managers Evaluate Roof Efficiency, Durability

Building Operating Management
Ultimate Goal of CEIR's RoofPoint System is to Guide All Phases of Roofing Projects

Building Operating Management
RoofPoint System is Rooted in Good Roofing Design Principles

Building Operating Management
RoofPoint System Offers Alternative to LEED Certification

Building Operating Management
How Energy Managers Can Leverage Big Data Right Now

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Environmental Conditions Can Create Havoc

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies for Preventing Roof Coating Problems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Be Aware of Specification, Application Errors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Spotlight RCMA

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC: Insist on AHRI Certified Equipment

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HVAC: AHRI Certification Programs

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Energy Efficiency in K-12 Buildings Doesn't Require Full Time Employee

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Communicating Early Success With Energy Star Can Help Get Energy Efficiency Efforts Off Ground in K-12 Buildings

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Focus On Communication With Facility Management Staff When Costs Have To Be Cut

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UPS Offers Protection Against Common Power System Faults

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Newsletter Can Help Facility Managers Reach Key Audiences

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Facility Master Plan Can Help With Energy Efficiency In Educational Facilities

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Energy Consultants Can Help Integrate Energy Conservation Measures With Facility Master Plan

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Energy Calculations Help Determine Payback Of Energy Conservation Measures In Facility Master Plan

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Talk With Tenants About Security Needs

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Account For Disabilities In Emergency Plan

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Select paint contractor carefully

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Facility Policy Practices for Good IAQ

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Design and Construction IAQ Considerations

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Survey Of Energy Efficient Properties Shows LEED Offers Advantages

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LEED Projects Are Not Homogenous Group

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How To Get Improved Results From Energy Projects

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Markling Hopes To Open Doors As BOMA Chairman

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Facility Managers Should Not Be Invisible Within The Organization

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How To Select The Right Roofing System

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The Case for Keeping Chemical Application In-House

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Legal Issues Complicate LEED Guarantees

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Gifford Lawsuit Over LEED Certifications Set Some Guidelines for What Recourse is Available

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USGBC Perspective: The Evolution of LEED for Existing Buildings

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College Campus Shootings Prompt New Emergency Preparedness Steps

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Public Safety, Police and Security Professionals Can Help Assess Campus Security Threats

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Policies, Training Are Keys to Keeping Campus Safe

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With HVAC Upgrades, Look at the Entire System

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Good Communication Is Essential to Facility Management Success

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LEED Resources for Facility Managers from Green Building Certification Institute

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As LEED Grows, GBCI Takes Steps to Handle Workload, Ensure Quality

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Defining Maintenance: Training and Education

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Getting Students Involved in Energy Efficiency Can Lead to Big Energy Cost Savings For School Districts

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Douglas County School District Sees Big Gains From Involving Students In Energy Efficiency

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Ponderosa High School Involved Students in Teaching Value of Saving Energy

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The First Steps Of A LEED-EBOM Initiative

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The Three Biggest LEED-EBOM Challenges

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Ohio Hospital's LEED Certification Creates Challenges and Benefits

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Sustainable Building Eases LEED Certification Process

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Green Construction Project Maximizes Sustainability Development Goals

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Considering Electric Utility Vehicles

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ADA: Communication for Success

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Capitalize on Fire Alarm Systems Advanced Communications Capabilities

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How Facility Managers Can Effectively Use Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn

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Why Facility Managers Are Not Adopting Social Media

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How Facility Managers Can Benefit From Using Social Media

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How Facility Management Can Use Social Media in Emergency Situations

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How Facility Managers Can Avoid Social Media Traps

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Successful Paint Applications

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From LEED for Schools: Tips on Green Design and Construction for Facility Managers

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Integrated Design Is Essential for LEED for Schools

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LEED for Schools Targets Acoustics, IAQ and Lighting

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Green Schools: Information Resources for Facility Managers

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Reduce IAQ Complaints Through Communication

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LEED-EB Certification Creates Challenges and Benefits

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How To Justify Energy Efficiency Projects To Upper Management

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BIM: A Better View of Maintenance

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Facility Manager Do's and Don'ts for Email Communication

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Key Steps to Planning Mass Notification System

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Knowing Facility's Risks Offers Big Rewards When Planning Mass Notification System

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Mass Notification System Requires More Flexibility Than Fire Alarm

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Mass Notification Systems Offer Multiple Messaging Methods

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How to Create a Two Way Facility Management Communication Strategy

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For Good Facility Management Communication, Keep Three Points in Mind

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Managers Incorporate New Communications Technology into Existing Strategies

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Find Out How the Facility Staff Can Help Other Departments

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Four Steps To Keep Energy Efficiency a Priority

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Several Key Issues Can Spell Success in Equipment Rental

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Equipment Rental Discussions Must Cover Safety

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Avoiding Problems with Equipment Rental Contracts

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Technology: Everything Old — And Improved — Is New Again

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Avoiding Pitfalls In LEED Certification For Interiors

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Robert Lang: Security Road Map Can Improve Decisions in Emergencies

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Five Steps Can Help Win Acceptance for New Workplace Designs

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Introducing LEED for Healthcare

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Air Purification Technologies and Reduced Ventilation

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Cleaning Programs: How to Minimize Chemical Exposure

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LEED for Healthcare: Construction is Focus, Not Operations

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FMXcellence: How to Be a Leader

Facility Focus
FMXcellence: How to Maintain Enthusiasm

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FMXcellence: How to Get Buy In

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Power Tools: Saws for Wood, Metal, Concrete

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Outsourced Service Providers Want to Be on the Team

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The Three Tiers of Green Product Selection

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Understanding What A Net-Zero Energy Building Really Is

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Facilities Set the Stage for Learning

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Plumbing Specification by Restroom Type

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LEED for Healthcare Addresses Unique Operational Requirements

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Trends in Fires in Educational Facilities

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Everywhere a Strategy: Get Serious About Specification

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Formal LEED-EBOM Certification

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Working With Other Departments on a LEED-EBOM Initiative

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How To Maintain (Or Improve Upon) Certification

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Trained Staff Is Essential to Get Energy Savings from Building Automation Systems

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CMMS: Use Software to Manage Energy Use

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What Do Facility Managers Need in Business Continuity Plans?

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Emergency Planning: Develop a Communications Strategy

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Strategy: Keep a Plan Up to Date

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Planning: Drilling and Tabletop Exercises

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Strategy: Implement a Shelter-In-Place Plan

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Planning: Develop a Chain of Command

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Plan: Use Checklists for Most Important Steps

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LEED-EBOM Recertification Helps Ensure Green Building Progress

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For Facility Managers, Gaining Influence Means Communicating Effectively

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Effective Communication Takes More Than the Loudest Voice

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The Evolution of Communication Expectations

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Therapy for Broken Outsourced Service Relationships

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Best Practices for Good Communications

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Finding the Right Communication Channel

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Listen: Podcasts on Communications

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Standardizing Restroom Products

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Build Trust with Outsourced Service Providers

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Lessons Learned from Educational Building Renovations

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Demand Response: Communication is Critical

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Developing an Effective Emergency Communication Program

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Funding an Emergency Communication System

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Integrating Emergency Communications Systems

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Understanding the Steps in Designing Green Interiors

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To LEED or Not to LEED?

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How Real Companies Executed Sustainable Design

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Avoiding Pitfalls In LEED Certification

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Cooperation in the Data Center Can Reduce Costs, Increase Reliability

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Managing Common Disagreements Between FM and IT

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Trends in Data Centers

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What do the LEED Minimum Program Requirements Really Mean?

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How Do You Determine Your Organization's Carbon Footprint?

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Green Building News

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CMMS Installation: Hospital to Monitor KPIs

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Determining Damages in Green Building Lawsuits

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Responsibilities Must Be Spelled Out In a Green Building Contract

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Designer’s Professional Liability Insurance Issues

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New Energy Efficiency Programs and Financing Mechanisms Available

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technician Training: Funding Makes a Difference

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Facility Managers Can Help To Lessen Stress Of Elevator Stranding

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Facility Managers Should Seek Allies in Other Departments

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In Change Management, Allies Are Crucial

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Paint Certifications Balance Green and Performance Benefits

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Sustainability Focus Transforms NYC Schools

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Coordination Across City Organizations Drives Sustainability Success

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Finding the Funding for Energy Education and Efficiency

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Continuing Education: Curriculum for Maintenance, Engineering Managers

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Power Management: Common UPS Technology

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Communicating During an Emergency

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Power Management: Four Common UPS Technologies

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CMMS Capabilities

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Data Management for Continuous Improvement

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Engaging Staff, Occupants for Sustainable Success

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Making the Facility Department More Visible in the Organization

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Tips of the Trade - Gaining Clout With Communication

Facility Focus
Building Clout With Data

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Networking Helping FMs Get Things Done

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Even with Change Management Efforts, Change Takes Time

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Degrees of Debate: What Should Managers Know?

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Floor Installation and Maintenance

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Tips for Facility Managers to Smooth the LEED-EBOM Certification Process

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Restrooms and ADA

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IAQ: Shape the Story

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Talking about ADA

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FMs Say Formal EBOM Certification Not Expensive, Difficult

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Why LEED-EB Certify?

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EBOM Certification Offers Independent Verification, Justification

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EBOM Requires Three-Month Measurement, Certification Period

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More Vendors Becoming Acquainted With EBOM Submission Process

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dan Hounsell: Managers' Knowledge of Facilities Fuels Specification

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Acoustics in Classrooms

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Communication Is Essential to Change Management

Facility Focus
Getting Good Carpet Specifications

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What Comes After LEED Certification?

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Power Tools: Finding the Right Saw

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Their Role in LEED Certification

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FMs Should Brush Up On Local Elevator Inspection Standards

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Growing with Your Organization: Strategic Planning

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On-the-Job Education in FM

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Mass Notification Systems Should Begin With A Plan

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IAQ: Keep Communication Lines Open

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School Districts Take Lead on Sustainability

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HVAC Management Strategies with Mike Holzkamper

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BAS Start/Stop Optimization Offers Savings

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Power Tools: The Right Saw for the Right Application

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Choosing Paint Colors for Classrooms

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Greenguard Certification Programs Offer Guidance for FMs

Building Operating Management
Pilot IAQ Certification Program

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Managers Discuss the Evolution of Technician Training

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Budget Blueprint: Align, Attack, Focus

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New NFPA Code for Emergency Communcations Systems

Building Operating Management
Creating a Mass Notification Plan and Adopting New Technology

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Mass Notification Product Showcase

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Schools and Universities Should Examine Emergency Response Plans

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology Talk: Jigsaws, Miter Saws, Circular Saws

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Setting the Standard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Maintenance: Safety Considerations

Building Operating Management
Check the Green Credentials of Service Providers, Especially Certification and Experience

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Plumbing-system specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Drain Cleaning: Locator Systems Detect Underground Clogs

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Lessons in Educational Funding with Tim Woodley

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AIA Award Recognizes Educational Facilities

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Mass Notification System Audio Messaging

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Khobar Towers Attack Proved Need for Mass Notification

Building Operating Management
NFPA-72-2010 Dedicated to Mass Notification Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Data Centers: Design Principles for Providing Critical Cooling

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow and Ice Removal Equipment: Maintenance Checklist

Building Operating Management
How To Determine If A Green Certification Is Legitimate

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keys To Achieving LEED v3 Certification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
DDC System Controls Sensitive Hospital Environment

Building Operating Management
Cost Premium For Green Products Drops

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Improving Campus Emergency Notifications

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Color in Classrooms

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Free DOE Webcast: Advanced Energy Design Guide for K-12 Schools

Facility Focus
New Security Challenge: Concealed Weapons on Campus

Facility Focus
Responding to Security Incidents on Campus

Facility Focus
Many Ways Educational Facilities Can Tap Into Stimulus Money

Facility Focus
Green Buildings in Today's Economy

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Leonardo Academy Pushes For Green Gaming Industry Standard

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Look at Green Building Needs When Planning BAS

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Revised Green Guide for Health Care Operations Section Released

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Guidelines on Measurement and Verification Published

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Emergency Notification Systems: Three Choices To Consider

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Lab Report: Some Data Cabling Fails To Meet Fire Safety Standards, Group Says

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ASHRAE Offers First Exam for Operations Certification

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New Evaluation Program Verifies Green Claims

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Communications Critical in Preparing for Storms

Building Operating Management
Green Roof Professional Certification Program Announced

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Lighting Systems and Specification Documents

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Green Seal Gains ANSI Accreditation

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Facility Operations and Performance are Focus of New ASHRAE Certification Program

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Green Certification Labels Combat Greenwash

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door-Hardware Maintenance Includes Lubrication, Adjustment

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Handling Mass Notification Decisions

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Study: Clean Schools Promote Academic Success

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Education Department Funds Emergency-Management Plans

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Facilities Bill Would Fund School Renovations

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Mass Notification Comes of Age

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Candor Gives Facility Executives Credibility

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New Certifications Being Developed for Fire Equipment Technicians

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Get with the Plan

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High-Performance Building Design Certification Available

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Show, Don’t Tell

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New Technology Leads to Increased Energy Efficiency

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EPA Settles Over Asbestos Violations in S.F. Schools

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EPA Settlement Promotes Green Chemistry in School

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Abandoned Cabling Increases Fire Risk

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NEMA Publishes Installation Guide for Nurse Call Systems

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New Collaboration Between the Construction Specifications Institute and U.S. Green Building Council Announced

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AASHE Seeks Feedback on STARS

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Representatives Form Green Schools Caucus

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DHS Creates Culture of Preparedness Among Schools

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Making Wireless Work

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EPA Calls for Partnering on School Chemical Safety

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APPA Seeks Educational Facility Data for Annual Survey

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Serving Up Efficiency in Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The ABCs of K-12 Renovations

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A New School Vision

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Mower Specification Shortcuts

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Reports Target Facilities’ Role in Higher Education

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Adobe Earns Additional LEED Platinum Certification

Building Operating Management
Data Center Decisions

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Zigbee Alliance Announces Certification for First Group of Products

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ASHRAE Announces Development of Certification Program

Building Operating Management
Learning Lessons in Fire Safety

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You’ve earned a designation. Now what?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training that pays

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Carpet for the Long Run

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Flooring

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Going 'Green' Starts with Buying Green

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Timely Roofing Solutions

Building Operating Management
REPORT PREPARED FOR THE ROOF CONSULTANTS INSTITUTE
Finding the Right Roofing System

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Riding the New Waves of Wireless Communication

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training Daze

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Certified Green?

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Outlook

Building Operating Management
Voices of Experience

Building Operating Management
Putting Open Systems To Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cutting-Edge Mower Selection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Systems: Streamlining for Savings

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Green Building Report

Building Operating Management
Brushing Up: A Primer on Paints

Building Operating Management
Outlook

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training as an Investment, Not a Cost

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Bulletin

Facility Maintenance Decisions
‘Green’ Paints Come of Age

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The ‘Right’ CMMS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Olympian Feat

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Nation’s Infrastructure Still Failing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Web technology: Reshaping performance and perception

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Today’s Painting Arsenal

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Staying In Touch

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Maintenance of the future, today

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From Vision to Mission

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personal Solutions

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The State of Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Closer Look at Paint-Spray Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Going with the Flow: Maintenance ensures pump performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Déjà vu all over again?

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Maintenance Bulletin

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Las Vegas Schools Endure Growing Pains

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Clearing the Air In Classrooms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Projects That Last

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ground-level Strategies For Pesticide Application

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Bulletin

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Chemical Application: Outsourced or In-house?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sending a Message

Building Operating Management
Roofing Gains Come at Steady Pace

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ahead of the Curve

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance By Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting for Productivity

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Yet Another Nail