NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Staples Advantage B2B Offerings

AnneTFM — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:54:30 +0000

Five new integrated offerings aim to address a growing demand for supplier consolidation and reduced procurement costs.

by AnneTFM

Global FM Launches Awards Program

George IFMA — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:49:47 +0000

The Global FM Awards for Excellence in Facilities Management 2010 will recognize efforts by individuals and groups in the facility management industry who have made a positive contribution to the knowledge, practical application and communication of strategies to improve the built environment.

by George IFMA

Building Enclosure Moisture Management Institute Forms

HeidiTFM — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:50:25 +0000

BEMMI is organized to represent manufacturers and suppliers of drainage space materials used in exterior walls in commercial building construction markets.

by HeidiTFM

WEIRD WEDNESDAY: Back To Nature

AnneTFM — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:41:51 +0000

In northern Sweden, travelers will be able to escape to the trees later this year.

by AnneTFM

The IFMA Energy Challenge: ENERGY STAR

HeidiTFM — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:15:31 +0000

IFMA has created a master account within the EPA’s ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager and asks facility professionals to create their own accounts, add information about their facilities, and share that information with IFMA.

by HeidiTFM

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: HealthView From APCO Signs

AnneTFM — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:01:43 +0000

This modular system that dispenses standard infection control products and displays health related information can be used in all types of facilities.

by AnneTFM

WEB EXCLUSIVE: Rethinking Off-The-Shelf Console Design

AnneTFM — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:46:34 +0000

For mission-critical facilities, the selection of command and control consoles is crucial.

by AnneTFM

FRIDAY FUNNY: No Train, No Gain

HeidiTFM — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:05:16 +0000

In facilities management, training and education are essential parts of the job. The same holds true to an even greater extent in military training (which can actually be humorous, as illustrated by these quotes from military training manuals)!

by HeidiTFM

ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1 Up For Review

AnneTFM — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:51:11 +0000

Public input to help shape the 2010 version of Standard 90.1 is being sought through 21 proposed addenda.

by AnneTFM

WEB EXCLUSIVE: Proactive Maintenance for Low-Slope Roofs

HeidiTFM — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:31:11 +0000

Many variables and issues can cause damage and lower the roof’s performance. Read this Web Exclusive from Jay Rintelmann, president of Hartford South for five common problems affecting low-slope commercial roofs.

by HeidiTFM

NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Telecom Bill Audits

AnneTFM — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:16:55 +0000

Secure Path Networks offers a Contractual Audit Service to assist companies, educational institutions, and government entities in identifying overbilling related to voice and data services.

by AnneTFM

Renewable Energy In North Carolina

AnneTFM — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:47:13 +0000

Solar and wind power can supply the vast majority of the state’s electricity needs, according to a report from the Institute for Energy and Environmental Research (IEER).

by AnneTFM

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Green Intelligence For Facilities

AnneTFM — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:28:41 +0000

Planon introduces this energy management component of its software offerings that provides tools to measure, monitor, and act upon, collected property and asset data.

by AnneTFM

Singapore Masters Program Encourages Sustainable FM

HeidiTFM — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:14:23 +0000

The need for the course has arisen out of the increasing call for more sustainable cities, especially in tropical zones such as Singapore, where more than 50% of carbon dioxide emissions can be attributed to buildings.

by HeidiTFM

Donation To Help Student Design Team

AnneTFM — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:47:46 +0000

SCA will donate $10,000 and its Tork® brand wiper products to help high school students in their efforts to design, build, and sell a super efficient car for a global competition.

by AnneTFM

FRIDAY FUNNY: Watch Your Step…

HeidiTFM — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:34:45 +0000

Staircases are just staircases, right? Well, not always. Sometimes, a clever designer taps the talents of a diligent engineer, and the results can be pretty impressive.

by HeidiTFM

Guidebook For Sustainable Federal Facilities

AnneTFM — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:10:28 +0000

“The New Sustainable Frontier – Principles of Sustainable Development” is part of the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Sustainable Development Education Initiative.

by AnneTFM

Kimberly-Clark Named ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year

Andrea IFMA — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 22:46:26 +0000

For the second consecutive year, K-C will be recognized for its energy management practices and commitment to sustainable operations, resulting in significant energy and financial savings.

by Andrea IFMA

EPDM Recycling Program Achieves Milestone

HeidiTFM — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:29:50 +0000

In all, roughly 1.25 million pounds of reclaimed EPDM membrane has been diverted from landfills in the past three years.

by HeidiTFM

NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Smart Building Solution

AnneTFM — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:16:12 +0000

Building on an existing relationship, IBM and Johnson Controls are now providing a Smart Building Solution service that can improve operations and reduce energy and water consumption in buildings worldwide

by AnneTFM

OSHA Issues Flu Directive for Healthcare Workers

HeidiTFM — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:20:37 +0000

In response to complaints, OSHA inspectors will ensure that healthcare employers implement a hierarchy of controls and encourage vaccination and other work practices recommended by the CDC.

by HeidiTFM

Construction & Operations Lessons In The Field

AnneTFM — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:10:08 +0000

In New Haven, CT, 5th and 6th graders have the opportunity to gain experience with architects, construction managers, and tradespeople through Kids Build, a program developed by architecture firm Svigals + Partners, in conjunction with the New Haven School Construction Program.

by AnneTFM

EPRI To Improve Transmission System Efficiency

HeidiTFM — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:26:20 +0000

The collaborative is outgrowth of efforts by EPRI, FERC, independent system operators, and leading utilities to identify and implement best practices in the United States and abroad to make transmission systems more efficient.

by HeidiTFM

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Enhanced Performance Roof Hatch From Bilco

AnneTFM — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:21:06 +0000

The thermally enhanced hatch is designed with a fully insulated cover and curb.

by AnneTFM

New Healthcare Facility Design Guidelines

HeidiTFM — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:22:45 +0000

The Facility Guidelines Institute (FGI) has published its 2010 edition of the Guidelines for Design and Construction of Health Care Facilities.

by HeidiTFM