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Facilities professionals involved with the new construction and renovation of commercial, industrial, educational, and governmental properties should be familiar with ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) and their importance. Understanding and using GFCIs can help protect against electrocution and reduce the chances of fires, overheating, and destruction of wire insulation. What Are GFCIs? According to the […]
HID, an identity and physical access control solutions provider, has released its “2024 State of Physical Access Control Report,” identifying five key trends that are shaping the future of access control. Produced by IFSEC Global in partnership with HID, the report surveyed over 1,200 security professionals across the globe to paint a picture of an industry […]
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for 99 years, has announced “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety” as the theme for the 2021 event, running Oct. 3-9. From beeps to chirps, this year’s campaign works to better educate the public about the sounds smoke alarms make, what those sounds mean, and how to respond to them.
Changing consumer attitudes are giving the concept of “sustainability” its day in the sun. Seventy-eight percent of Americans make a “sustainable lifestyle” a priority, while 60% factor it into their purchasing decisions. One-third are even willing to pay more for it. Unsurprisingly, businesses have taken notice. A majority of CEOs agree that sustainability is essential […]
Be sure to join us for our FM NOW: Building Technology online summit on April 25-26, 2023! The FREE virtual event will include educational sessions hosted by industry experts. Can’t make it to the live webinars? No worries! All registrants also receive a link to an on-demand recording. Opening Keynote | Refreshing Your ‘Why’ As […]
UBS Arena, home to the NHL’s New York Islanders, has been awarded Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification by the U.S. Green Building Council. Located on the historic grounds of Belmont Park, the entertainment and sports venue opened in November 2021 and is owned by the Oak View Group (OVG). “We are excited that UBS […]
Building drawings and facility information have long been undervalued, often relegated to storage rooms or legacy systems, considered a necessary cost rather than a strategic asset. However, this information is far more than a historical archive. It is the foundation for ongoing operations, informed decision making, and long-term resilience. As buildings age and evolve, the […]
Posting a job and waiting for applications is certainly not the best tactic to draw qualified candidates in facilities management. Fortunately, artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the game, helping businesses find the right candidates faster and more intelligently. As competition for skilled talent grows, adopting AI is becoming a necessity for businesses that want to […]
The beauty of snow is one of the silver linings of cold winters in the northern U.S., but with sleet and ice added in, it may be a time when facilities managers put in more work. Snowfall may even sneak up on you in unexpected locales like it did on the Gulf Coast in January. […]
Facilities Management Advisor’s “Under Construction” series highlights some of the latest, most interesting facility project announcements every month. New Museum Under Lincoln Memorial The National Park Service (NPS) is kicking off a public-private project to add an immersive museum beneath the Lincoln Memorial and other upgrades at the historical landmark. Fittingly enough, the NPS made […]