WEB EXCLUSIVE: Ventilation & Energy Efficiency
In this Web exclusive, Gordon Sharp of Aircuity explains how some building solutions and practices are greener than others. One area garnering a lot of attention is ventilation.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Maintenance Efficiency Audits
Through this service, Martin Technical identifies and tests the critical components of an organization's maintenance program.
Whirlpool Distribution Centers Achieve LEED
Four new facilities throughout the U.S. were built by the appliance company with a reduced environmental impact in mind.
New Jersey Transit Violates Whistleblower Law
A whistleblower investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration found that New Jersey Transit violated the Federal Railroad Safety Act when it retaliated against an employee for reporting a work-related illness.
Preventing Lead Exposure In Renovations
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced last week it expects more than 125,000 renovation and remodeling contractors to be trained in lead-safe work practices by April 22.
Pets To Join Campus Life At Stetson University
Stetson University in DeLand, FL will offer some of its students a pet friendly residence hall to live in beginning with the Fall 2010...
FRIDAY FUNNY: No beer on the job? We strike!
In a time when budgets have been cut to the bone and fringe benefits are merely a fading memory, workers at the Carlsberg brewery in Denmark are walking out. Why? A new policy only permits workers to consume beer during lunch hour...and only in the employee cafeteria.
The HVAC Factor: Maintaining Comfort In A Changing Environment
During facility renovations, renting HVAC equipment can play a key role in a smooth project.
Green Design Trends: The New Green Standard
ASHRAE releases Standard 189.1 for high performance green buildings.
20 Years: Americans with Disabilities Act Reaches Milestone
The world’s first comprehensive declaration of equality for people with disabilities came into law on July 26, 1990 and will be recognized on U.S. World Standards Day with the theme “Standards for Accessibility.”
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Energy Benchmarking Reports By AirAdvice
AirAdvice has released an upgrade to its BuildingAdvice energy services program, allowing for the automated generation of Energy Star Benchmarking reports for existing commercial buildings.
Panel To Examine Energy Issues at IFMA Event Next Week
The Energy Forum, set for 8 a.m. on Tuesday, April 13 during IFMA's Facility Fusion event in Philadelphia, will feature representatives from the National Academies of Sciences’ Federal Facilities Council, General Services Administration, Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Architect of the Capitol, and Air Force.
2010 Edition Of NFPA 1600 Released
The National Fire Protection Association has revised and reorganized its standard, which addresses disaster/emergency management and business continuity programs.
EU Stressing Importance of Solar Thermal Energy
By 2020, the majority of outdated heating systems in Europe must be replaced with new systems which optimally combine both energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy. Yet, the aims of the EU can only be reached if solar heat recovery takes on a significantly stronger role.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: UNO Reverse Vending Machines From TOMRA
These machines enable facility managers to ensure recyclable containers end up in the correct place.
BOMA International Testifies Before Congress on Commercial Building Maintenance
As the committee considers how to allocate funds for the maintenance of federal buildings managed by the GSA, BOMA was called to testify on building maintenance best practices in private sector commercial buildings.
Higher Ed Institution Noted For Sustainability
Lakeland Community College in Kirtland, OH is the first community college in the state to receive the Bellwether Award from the Community College Futures Assembly.
Tricks Of The Trade: Disease Free Elms
TFM Columnist Jim Elledge puts on his horticultural hat.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Pella Architectural Support
Pella's architects, engineers, technicians, and CAD drafters provide assistance on window and door selections for facility managers and their architects and general contractors.
WEIRD WEDNESDAY: Weekday Exorcisms Not Advised
Facility managers have to deal with some unusual situations. But when it comes to getting rid of demons, well, that takes facility management to an entirely different level.