January 2009 Issue

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Modernization Program Provides Stimulus for Schools
Part 1Bonds Help K-12 Facilities Address Growing Enrollment
Part 2Maintenance Department Influences Design and Construction
Part 3Lack of K-12 Funding Leads to Breakdown Maintenance
Part 4High School Improves HVAC Efficiency and ADA Compliance
Part 5Maintenance Department Renovates Classroom After Fire

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Putting Waterless Technology To Work
Part 1Modifying Faucet Aerators and Checking for Leaks to Save Water
Part 2How Do Waterless Urinals Work?
Part 3Tips for Maintaining Restrooms with Waterless Urinals
Part 4Assessing Odor with Waterless Urinals
Part 5Waterless Urinals Require Custodial and Maintenance Training
Part 6Local Codes Differ on Waterless Urinals

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Maintenance at a Higher Level
Part 1Perform a Needs Analysis Before Specifying Personnel Lifts
Part 2Lift Specification: Weigh Productivity and Cost
Part 3Modifying Lift Equipment Can Void Warranties

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Boilers and Water Heaters: Demand for Efficiency Heats Up
Part 1Small Storage Water Heaters Feature Low Initial Cost
Part 2Tankless Water Heaters Provide Unlimited Hot Water
Part 3Condensing Water Heaters Reduce Installation and Repair Time
Part 4Solar Water Heaters Help Minimize a Facility's Electrical-Power Generation
Part 5How to Implement a Hot-Water-Maintenance Program

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Mowers: The Sustainability Connection
Part 1Mowers: Propane, Bio-Diesel Lead Alternative-Fuel Movement
Part 2Grounds Equipment: EPA Finalizes Emission-Control Standards
Part 3Manufacturers Design Grounds Equipment to Reduce Noise

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Self-Adhered Modified Bitumen Membranes Make a Splash
Part 1Managers Search for Non-Asphalt Adhesive
Part 2Self-Adhered Modified Bitumen Systems Vary Among Manufacturers
Part 3Installation Insights for Self-Adhered Modified Bitumen Systems
Part 4Ask the Right Questions When Specifying Self-Adhered Modified Bitumen Systems
Part 5Snow Presents Danger on the Roof

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Product Pipeline
Products

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Product Focus
Boilers and Water Heaters

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SPONSORED SECTIONS

Stopping Fire Where it Starts
Facility Alterations Can Affect Firestop Systems
Part 2 What is a Firestop?
Part 3 Inspect HVAC, Electrical and Plumbing Rooms for Firestop Breaches
Part 4 Doors and Ceilings Crucial to Firestop Systems
Part 5 Construction and Renovation Projects Call for Firestop Inspections
Part 6 Fire Safety: Who is Accountable?