Groundskeeping - June 2013
Benefits of improved hand dryers increase their popularity, use in facilities
Some of the benefits facility managers see in installing hand dryers include financial savings, green and sustainable capabilities, and improved hygiene.
6/28/2013
Well-crafted equipment rental contract vital to facilities project management
No matter the equipment in question, facility managers can deliver a successful rental project by ensuring the rental agreement is clear, comprehensive and effective.
6/27/2013
Floor care equipment can contribute to LEED certification
As the sustainability movement continues to flourish, more custodial managers are demanding environmentally friendly products to satisfy in-house green initiatives, as well as earn credits toward LEED certification.
6/26/2013
Climate, weather conditions factor into roof coatings decisions
Choosing a roof coating best suited to a facility's local climate can be the difference between a failed application and one that delivers energy savings and prolongs a roof's performance life.
6/26/2013
Housekeeping Solutions 2013 Reader Survey reveals industry trends
The annual reader survey from Housekeeping Solutions is now available, and this year's results offer insight into management priorities, budgets, green and sustainability practices, and more.
6/24/2013
Digital wayfinding improves hospital navigation, patient experience
A new generation of technology-driven wayfinding tools is being used by hospitals nationwide to help guide visitors to their destinations while contributing to a more enjoyable hospital visit.
6/21/2013
Maximize efficiency with best practices for overcoming common cooling tower issues
While the type of cooling tower installed and its operating environment determine the issues facility managers must address to keep the tower operating efficiently, managers also need to consider a number of common issues most tower operations face.
6/20/2013
Changing environment prompts idea for professional water certification for facility managers
For decades, the facility manager and engineer considered water to be just there when needed. This has been changing, and it may be time to give facility managers the option to earn a professional water certification by learning how to be more efficient.
6/19/2013
Free webcast prepares managers for surprise inspections in healthcare facilities
Healthcare Facilities Today will host a free webcast June 25 at 1 p.m. Eastern on how to prepare for a surprise inspection in a healthcare facility.
6/19/2013
Tips for choosing the right drain-cleaning equipment for the job
The task of keeping drains, piping and plumbing systems open and flowing in institutional and commercial facilities is challenging and unending.
6/18/2013
COBie can be effective tool to aid FMs in asset management, operations
As more tools adopt COBie, it is important that facility management, architecture, engineering, and construction teams have processes in place to effectively use the tools available.
6/18/2013
Webinar targets best practices for network infrastructure in healthcare facilities
The one-hour session, "A Healthy Infrastructure: Intelligent Enterprise Solutions for the Healthcare Environment" will be broadcast June 26 at 2 p.m. Eastern.
6/17/2013
Expert: Healthcare facilities can adopt update of Life Safety Code without hardship
As the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and The Joint Commission prepare to adopt the 2012 Life Safety Code, the effects on facility managers in healthcare facilities will me minimal, and at any rate positive, according to a presenter at the NFPA Conference and Expo.
6/17/2013
Technical systems, occupant behavior both play roles in fire, life safety planning
Many facility managers focus on the technical systems involved in fire and life safety preparation, but understanding how building occupants are likely to behave in an emergency, and taking steps to ensure that their actions help, rather than hinder, everyone's safety also is critical.
6/13/2013
Assessment of roof condition aids in decision to repair or replace
Performing a roof-condition assessment can be beneficial when deciding whether to install a new roof or repair an existing roof.
6/11/2013
Hurricane Sandy prompts new considerations for data center resiliency
Hurricane Sandy, the second costliest hurricane in U.S. history, is a lesson in how the best-laid contingency plans can be shredded in no time when an extreme weather event hits.
6/11/2013
Healthcare facilities should review disaster readiness; create master plan
Due to recent disasters such as Hurricane Sandy, it may be time for healthcare facilities to take a look at existing disaster readiness plans and see where gaps and loopholes might exist.
6/10/2013
BIM and COBie can help make the most of CMMS systems
Increasingly, managers are seeking ways to take advantage of emerging technology tools to enhance the power of their computerized maintenance management systems.
6/10/2013
BIM and COBie can help make the most of CMMS systems
Increasingly, managers are seeking ways to take advantage of emerging technology tools to enhance the power of their computerized maintenance management systems.
6/10/2013
Facility managers can take steps to ensure proper floor installation
Flooring installation failures are an increasing problem that can be costly and time-consuming, but there are actions facility managers can take to ensure proper installation.
6/10/2013
How to create an accurate payback calculator for a water system upgrade
Because water system upgrades are typically expensive, the payback for performing them needs to make financial sense.
6/6/2013
ASHE endorses commissioning practices for better healthcare facility efficiency
The American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE) is increasing its efforts to promote facility commissioning to its members as a way to get leaner and more efficient buildings.
6/5/2013
Consider all factors when making decision to replace building chiller
Moving cautiously is important when facing the potential costs and disruption associated with a chiller replacement, but there are other factors that must be taken into consideration.
6/4/2013
Carpet longevity in facilities depends on proper extraction methods
While carpet extraction might seem like a straightforward process, doing it improperly can actually make the carpet dirtier faster.
6/4/2013
Tips for choosing the right standard protocol for building automation needs
A system that uses open or standard protocols gives facility managers the flexibility to use products from different manufacturers, but no single protocol is the best for every application, experts say.
6/3/2013
LED lighting gains popularity as versatile option for healthcare facilities
As healthcare facilities professionals seek to boost overall efficiencies in operations while facing tight budgets, lighting is one area that can be tapped for definitive savings, thanks to new technologies such as LEDs.
6/3/2013
Matting standard helps cut down slip, trip and fall hazard at facilities
A floor matting standard from the American National Standards Institute and National Floor Safety Institute provides guidance on floor mat selection, installation, and care and maintenance.
6/3/2013