Category: Grounds Management

Healthcare Group Deploys More Autonomous Lawn Mowers to Cut Carbon

Aspirus Health, a healthcare provider serving areas of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan, announced that its Aspirus Langlade Hospital in Antigo, Wis., recently introduced autonomous lawn mowers to support its sustainability efforts. These battery-operated, self-propelled mowers are managed through an application and operate on electricity rather than gas. Aspirus Langlade is the eighth location in the […]

Top 10 Cities for Disease-Carrying Pests as U.S. Faces ‘Perfect Storm’ of Conditions

The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) released its Public Health Pest Index, a bi-annual forecast identifying the U.S. cities most at risk for pest surges through the remainder of summer and into fall. This critical report comes as extreme weather patterns nationwide have created optimal conditions for disease-carrying pests, placing millions of Americans in greater […]

Making the Case for Robotic Mowers in Landscaping

From overseeing the maintenance, security, and overall functionality of a building and its grounds, the responsibilities of a facilities manager can quickly become overwhelming if you’re also dealing with external forces that impede operational efficiencies. Alongside overseeing technical staff and building maintenance teams, facilities managers are often responsible for keeping outdoor grounds in good shape. […]

Back to Basics: Landscaping Hazards and Safety

Back to Basics is an article series that highlights important but possibly overlooked information facilities management professionals should know. Landscaping plays a major role in ensuring facilities look inviting and well maintained from the outside. However, landscapers are exposed to all kinds of different hazards on a daily basis, ranging from heat and weather hazards, chemical […]

The Parking Lot Priority List: 3 Critical Factors You Can’t Afford to Overlook

Across industries, the details that shape safety, accessibility, and sustainability are countless—but one area that’s often underestimated, yet undeniably critical, is the parking lot. More than just a place to park, it serves as the first and last impression for anyone who visits, works at, or interacts with a property. It’s a high-traffic zone, a […]

A Guide for Spring Cleaning Your Facility’s Exterior

Winter may have come and gone, but it often leaves behind a mess. Harsh weather, debris buildup, and grime take a toll on your facility’s exterior, affecting its appearance, safety, and longevity. Spring is the perfect time to reset and restore. A thorough cleaning ensures a polished look, protects your investment, and creates a positive […]

The Ultimate Checklist for Springtime Facility Maintenance

Springtime is synonymous with starting fresh with cleaning and maintenance. It’s an important transition time to clean the slate for the facilities you manage, address issues caused by winter, and prepare for hotter months ahead. There are many things to consider as you prepare your facility for spring, inside and out. This article will help […]

‘Silent Destroyers’: Pest Experts Warn Facilities About Costly Termite Threats

In recognition of Termite Awareness Week, March 2-8, 2025, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is urging commercial property owners and facilities managers to remain vigilant against termite infestations. Termites cause an estimated $6.8 billion in property damage annually in the United States, with commercial structures being particularly vulnerable to costly repairs and business disruptions. […]

NPMA Warns of Pest Surge, Ranks Cities Most at Risk

The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) has released the Public Health Pest Index, its bi-annual pest forecast to raise awareness about the health threats pests pose nationwide, and indicate the U.S. cities most at risk for seeing a surge in disease-spreading pests through the remainder of winter and into spring. “While we can’t control the […]

Is Your Facility in One of America’s Top 50 Termite-Infested Cities?

Miami remains the most termite-infested city in America, according to Orkin’s latest Top 50 Termite Cities list. Los Angeles and Tampa, Fla., held on to their second- and third-place spots, rounding out the top three cities with the most termite trouble in the country. This year, Houston made its debut in the top 10, and for the first time in the […]