September 2015 Issue

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5 Minutes With Podcast: Centralized Maintenance Team Boosts Efficiency, Productivity at Florida College

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Data Centers

Part 1Frito-Lay Data Center Expansion Shows Value of Maintenance Department
Part 2Data Center Expansion Meets Growing Need
Part 3Maintenance Team Takes Charge of Data Center

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Roundtable: Regulatory Compliance

Regulations and codes constantly evolve. Consultants offer strategies on how to keep up

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Grounds Management

Part 1Greening Grounds: Enhancing Sustainable Landscapes
Part 2Sustainable Landscapes: Rethinking Pest Management
Part 3Sustainable Landscapes: Native Plants Trending

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Power Tools

Part 1Keeping Track of Power Tools a Challenge for Maintenance Departments
Part 2Managing Technicians and Their Tool Needs
Part 3Manual Tracking System Helps Manage Power Tool Distribution
Part 4Determining When to Repair or Replace Power Tools

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Plumbing & Restrooms

Part 1Successful Water Conservation Involves Many Critical Factors
Part 2Strategies to Maximize Water Savings Opportunities
Part 3Public Relations Plays Role in Water Conservation

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HVAC

Part 1Finding and Fixing Energy Problems in HVAC Systems
Part 2Humidity Control Vital to Keeping HVAC Costs Low
Part 3Poor Training Leads to Increased HVAC System Waste

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Talking Points

Dan Hounsell: Communication With IT Department Critical to Success

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Paints & Coatings

Part 1Paints and Coatings: Technology Improvements Require More Project Planning
Part 2Painting Project Cost Considerations
Part 3Interior Painting Project Considerations
Part 4Exterior Painting Project Considerations

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Talking Points

Dave Lubach: FMDAA Recipients Stand Out in a Crowd

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Management Insight: Michael Cowley

Part 1Change Management's Perception of Maintenance
Part 2Converting Vision of Maintenance Plan into Reality

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