December 2012 Issue

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Project Profile
Part 1Vegetative Roof Matures into Showcase for Sustainability
Part 2Installing Green Roofs can be Complex Process
Part 3Vegetative Roof Evolves Throughout its Life
Part 4Facility Managers See Energy Savings with Vegetative Roofs

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Management Insight
Part 1Building Information Modeling on Rise in Facility Management
Part 2How to Use Building Information Modeling in Operations
Part 3Building Information Modeling, COBie Streamline Construction Process

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Grounds Management
Part 1Utah Community College Migrates Utility Vehicles from Gas to Electric
Part 2Utility Vehicles Serve Many Purposes
Part 3Campus Fleet of Utility Vehicles Receives Workout
Part 4Manufacturers Assist in Finding Appropriate Utility Vehicle

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LEED
Part 1A Facility Manager's Guide to LEED-EB O&M Rating System
Part 2Overview of Points System for LEED-EB O&M
Part 3Successful LEED EB O&M Certification May Take Years to Achieve
Part 4Options to Explore When LEED EB O&M Certification Not Possible

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HVAC
Part 1Identifying Energy Waste in HVAC and Electrical Systems
Part 2Components to Consider When Identifying Energy Waste
Part 3ROI Important Metric for Conservation Measures
Part 4Comprehensive Preventive Maintenance Program Helps Extend Equipment Life

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IAQ
Part 1New Technology, Training Help Improve Indoor Air Quality
Part 2Carbon Dioxide Testing Vital to Prevent IAQ Problems
Part 3HVAC Technicians Best Option to Diagnose IAQ Problems
Part 4Water Common Source of IAQ Problems
Part 5IAQ: Technician Testing and Training

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Doors and Hardware
Part 1High Usage Level Places High Expectations on Door Hardware
Part 2Electronic Access-Control Technology Emerges for Door Hardware
Part 3New Door Hardware Creates Need for Additional Technician Training

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Product Focus: Plumbing and Restrooms
Part 1Restrooms can Offer Money-Saving Opportunities
Part 2Easier Cleaning Key to Restroom Savings
Part 3Installing Water-Saving Fixtures Key in Restroom Renovation
Part 4Check Green-Building Plumbing Codes When Installing Restroom Faucets
Part 5Product Focus: Plumbing and Restrooms

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Talking Points
Measuring, Managing, and Maximizing Facility Data Important for Managers

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Products
Product Pipeline

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