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.
2026 February
With sustainability and indoor environmental quality (IEQ) shifting from emerging trends to baseline expectations, the industry is continuing to seek heating and cooling technologies that are efficient, effective, and easy to maintain. Radiant heating and cooling is gaining interest to meet these demands.
2026 February
Discussions about access control often focus on security systems within the built environment. However, effective access control strategies begin long before the building’s entrance. Perimeter security not only has the ability to deter would-be trespassers, but it also plays a key role in controlling unauthorized access.
2026 January
Facilities team members know as well as anybody that preventative maintenance isn’t a one-time initiative – it’s a dynamic life cycle. It’s important for preventative maintenance plans to reflect the natural evolution of facilities. One area where that dynamic focus can be most prominent is in employee training.
2026 January
In modern facilities, the door opening has evolved from a simple passageway into a critical point of control for safety, security, and building efficiency. Advances in electrified hardware and access control have transformed openings into connected, intelligent components within the broader security ecosystem.