FACILITY MANAGEMENT ARTICLES
Workplace Safety in The Healthcare Industry
Healthcare workers face some of the biggest safety risks compared to any other industry. While illness is an expected hazard, many are surprised by the physical safety threats that nurses and doctors face on a daily basis. This article explores some of the most common safety issues that occur in healthcare facilities.
Boosting Worker Safety & Productivity With Industrial Fans
Facility managers are adopting energy-efficient industrial ceiling fan solutions to combat heat-related illnesses to workers, mitigate worker heat stress, and boost productivity levels. HVLS fan installation has resulted in less frequent absenteeism, accelerated worker satisfaction, and amplified production output.
Is Your Facility in Good Health?
We hear a lot about air quality and its impact on our health. But when we dig a little bit more about air quality, people are referring mostly to outdoor air quality. The general perception is that we are exposed to outdoor pollution but once we are inside the building, we are protected from air pollution.
CASE STUDIES
True Cost of Overwhelmed Facilities to School Districts
Along with the responsibility of hosting a large number of community groups comes a vast amount of district-wide facilities management, operational and scheduling demands. Functioning with a facilities management staff of fewer than three employees, SAUSD was inundated with facility use requests from school and community organizations alike.
“Sweating” Pipeline No Sweat for Electric Utility
When an electric utility in the Southeastern United States sought to protect an above ground natural gas pipeline against corrosion, the goal was to cost effectively do so while minimizing downtime and environmental impact. When the electric utility chose an anti-corrosive coating for about 3,500 feet of power plant pipeline in a facility, it was very particular about its selection.
Medical Center Insulates Energy Costs in a Green Way
In 2009, the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center began a multiphase energy savings program, the first phase of which was led by Johnson Controls. Although increased electricity costs spurred the program into action, Johnson recommendations included capturing energy loss by using reusable blanket insulation provided by Shannon Enterprises.
Amerlux Helps Ski Resort Protect Dark Skies
Snowmass Village, a picturesque ski town nestled in the Rocky Mountains near Aspen, Colo., wanted to redevelop its town center with new buildings for a hotel, condos, town hall and an outdoor ice rink. The challenge? Built around a 35,000 square foot plaza, the town needed a way to illuminate the space while still preserving the area’s iconic night skies.
Time Out Market: A Collaborative Triumph
Time Out Market, located in the historic Landmark Center, has been transformed into a vibrant culinary and cultural destination. The renovation aimed to preserve the building’s historical charm while integrating modern architectural solutions. Central to this transformation were the custom solutions featuring high-quality steel windows and doors from Hope’s Windows.
Presidential Library Protected by Vesda
Bill Clinton’s presidential library contains historical documents and memorabilia that will grow more valuable with time. Exhibits about President Clinton’s two terms in office include a replica of the Oval Office and interactive exhibits, but one thing visitors will not see is a high-tech smoke detection system that protects the library’s most important archives.
PRODUCTS IN ACTION
City Workers Really Warm to General’s Pipe Thawing Solution
Frozen water lines are such a problem in Ft. Lupton that they earn a special page on the city’s web site. Crews sought a fast way to minimize damage from burst pipes: they got a Hot-Shot 400® from General Pipe Cleaners.
Pfannenberg’s PQF Quick Filter: Easy Maintenance
Pfannenberg, a leading manufacturer of thermal management and signaling technologies, highlights its PQF Premium Quick Filter, ideal for managing particulates and oily mist on critical equipment.
Ask the Drain Brains: Common Drain Cleaning and Inspection Questions
General Pipe Cleaners covers some of the most commonly asked questions about drain cleaning and inspection.
The SnowWolf 2024-2025 Mandate: Do More With Less
Snow removal equipment innovations are enabling facilities to clear more snow with significantly less equipment, labor, maintenance, and repair. One option is from SnowWolf Plows.
Ask the Drain Brains: The Best Way To Handle Frozen Pipes
Q: I dread winter. Every time an arctic blast moves south, the pipes freeze in one of my buildings. What method do you suggest to thaw the pipes and get the water moving again?
Siemens Unveils Swift, Sustainable Switchboard
Siemens recently launched its RapidSBx™ switchboard, designed to address the critical need for power distribution that feeds commercial switchboards and supports sustainable infrastructure.