FM Articles

Solar

Unlocking Benefits From New Solar & 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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Air Cleaning

Effective Air Cleaning Technologies and Methods

A significant result of the recent pandemic is a heightened awareness of the need for better control of IAQ to include the mitigation of pathogens, gas phase pollutants and particulates from the supply air stream. There are many technologies available in the marketplace so facility managers have choices.

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Stair Tread

The True Cost of Stair Tread Safety

Although simple in concept, the application and maintenance of safety stair tread striping is particularly challenging in outdoor or high-use settings. New 100% epoxy-based material containing embedded nonskid aggregate are now available that promise to last much longer, requiring minimal reapplication.

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Infrastructure

Maximizing ROI: Transforming Healthcare Infrastructure

In today’s dynamic healthcare landscape, the imperative to maximize ROI while ensuring sustainability and operational efficiency has never been more pronounced. And so, facility managers confront a formidable challenge: how to effectively demonstrate the tangible benefits of infrastructure upgrades.

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Building Materials

Building Materials Matter: Strategies for Improved IAQ

IAQ has recently become a pressing priority as studies indicate that it can be 2-5 times more polluted than outdoor air. This stark statistic makes it very clear that for facility managers understanding and improving IAQ is vital for ensuring the health, comfort, and productivity of building occupants.

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Warehouse Safety

10 Easy Tips To Increase Warehouse Safety

Insufficient safety measures in warehouse and distribution centers can have severe repercussions, including injuries, downtime, product losses, property damages, and potential legal actions. Of particular concern are accidents involving collisions between forklifts or other vehicles and employees or visitors.

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Data

Extraordinary Insights Mined Through Data

Today, institutional facilities professionals as well as industry OEMs use sophisticated equipment to track and report data. This data can be collected while measuring and testing raw materials, in-process components, and finished products, whether on the manufacturing plant floor, onsite, or in the field.

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Smart Pool

Automate Your Swim: Smart Pool Solutions for Convenience

Technology integration for operational efficiency is paramount in facilities management. Smart pool technology stands at the forefront of this evolution, offering a myriad of benefits. Let’s dive into the world of smart pool solutions, emphasizing their significance in contemporary facilities management.

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