FM Articles

Heating System

Important Tasks for Prepping Your Heating System for Winter

As the temperatures begin to drop, it may be time to turn on your heating system. When that time ultimately comes, you want to have complete confidence that your system is going to operate effectively. There are several proactive measures you can take to ensure the heating system works prior to winter.

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LoRaWAN

Next Generation Facility Management: The LoRaWAN Advantage

The integration of IoT solutions into facilities management has ushered in a new era of efficiency and insight. Enter LoRaWAN, a transformative low power network technology that not only addresses infrastructure deployment and but also brings unprecedented scale and operational efficiency to the table.

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Renovations

Managing Healthcare Operations During Renovations

If your healthcare facility is aging, one thing is clear: closing down your healthcare facility to make necessary renovations isn’t an option. Unlike a restaurant or retail shop, patients can’t wait until construction is done to receive the healthcare they need, especially if there are few alternatives in their area.

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Occupancy

Occupancy and Sustainability for Facilities Managers

Partial occupancy is a pressing issue for commercial buildings across the US. Partially occupied buildings don’t generate the same revenue as fully occupied ones, which puts pressure on their commercial viability and also reduces available funding for necessary investments. There is a way forward.

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Workwear

Choosing the Right Winter Workwear

As the sun finally sets on a long summer season, most facility managers have been focused on the risks associated with working in the heat. However, the risks of injury are just as serious when working in the cold. Cold-weather workwear ensures that facility managers stay warm and dry in wintry conditions.

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Ozone

Taking a More Positive Look at Ozone

When we use the word “ozone,” most of us think of many different things, most of them unpleasant. For instance, the disappearing ozone layer protecting the earth. So, it might be difficult to accept the fact that there are some positive things to say about ozone, with many of the most promising involving cleaning.

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Termites

Commercial Facilities at Risk for Property Damage Caused by Termites

Termites are one of the most destructive pests, causing an estimated $6.8 billion in property damage annually. While some might assume termites are just household pests, the truth is these pests do not discriminate and pose a serious threat to the structural integrity of commercial facilities too. 

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Solar

Unlocking Benefits From New Solar and Battery Storage Solutions

Imagine an industrial facility with a massive rooftop solar array generating clean power during the day. Now add a battery storage system, essentially rows of large metal containers filled with the same lithium-ion batteries found in electric cars. This solar and storage combination unlocks new potential.

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Sustainable

The Role of Hydrogen for Sustainable Facilities

As we seek more sustainable energy solutions, hydrogen stands out as a promising alternative to traditional fossil fuels. Known for its cleanliness and efficiency, hydrogen can reduce carbon emissions, aligning with global sustainability goals. This article explores how to utilize hydrogen for sustainability goals.

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BIM

Integrating Advanced BIM Technologies in Facility Management

The significance of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in architecture and construction industries cannot be overstated; it represents a transformative approach to designing, constructing, and managing the site. Its full potential is realized when it weaves its digital threads into the fabric of facility management.

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