2026 May
Flooring is without question one of the most expensive investments a building owner or manager will make. But problems can occur when an “up-down” moisture problem occurs. This is when moisture flows from the top of the floor and seeps down through seams, grout, and junctures to the surface below.
2026 May
When paired with HVLS fans (high volume low speed fans), LED lighting systems deliver greater overall energy savings, improved thermal comfort levels, and long-term product performance. This makes it a smart investment in warehouses, manufacturing spaces, and other high-ceiling environments.
2026 May
What does it really mean for a playground to be inclusive? Modern thinking draws a clear distinction between accessibility and inclusivity. Accessibility focuses on physical structures – clear paths, usable equipment, and necessary accommodations. Inclusivity, by contrast, is rooted in experience and culture.
2026 April
Data center cooling systems are designed using equipment to cool the servers inside the building, working with equipment outside the building to reject the heat. As one of the most rapidly growing industries in the world, data centers are changing how we develop new cooling technology at a record pace.
2026 April
As buildings become smarter and more reliant on digital systems, maintenance strategies are evolving too. We’re seeing a major shift from traditional reactive maintenance toward predictive and condition-based maintenance models that leverage data and analytics to increase reliability and reduce costs.
2026 April
Environmental regulations continue to evolve and tighten around NOx emissions. A facility’s emissions profile now directly influences whether or not it can renew operating permits without triggering additional controls. For many facilities, the burner is a key factor in a plant’s long-term sustainability.
2026 March
Winter weather isn’t a question of if: It’s when. It’s only a matter of time before a storm shows up and facilities teams are asked to keep buildings safe, open, and functioning. Facilities teams should incorporate routine pre-season inspections and verify that critical equipment is tested ahead of severe weather.
2026 March
A facility’s pool should be a point of pride, not a source of operational stress. Yet many facility managers have dealt with cloudy water, chemical imbalances, or equipment breakdowns that disrupt schedules and create safety concerns. Consistent preventive maintenance is the key to avoiding those issues.
2026 March
Root intrusion is one of the most damaging and costly issues affecting a building’s sewer system. For facility managers responsible for maintaining operational continuity, root-related sewer problems often surface as slow drains, foul odors, repeated service calls, or even disruptive and expensive system failures.
2026 February
Operational systems in modern buildings have evolved into critical infrastructure, but many remain vulnerable to cyberattacks. Operational technology (OT) like HVAC, lighting, and access control systems are typically deployed for their functionality, not for their ability to protect against cyber intrusions.