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From Codes to Compliance: NFPA Standards for Facility Managers
Facility managers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of their buildings, occupants, and operations. In this episode, Brent Ward, owner […]
New Insights on Fire Barriers in Upholstered Furniture
Discover novel fire barrier technologies that prioritize fire and chemical safety Chemical Insights Research Institute (CIRI), a unit of UL Research Institutes, […]
The Future of Sustainable Building Restoration with Deep Energy Retrofits
This article reviews the drivers behind energy performance regulations, how the building sector plays into reaching key milestones, and tactics to streamline […]
The Retention Playbook: Rethinking What it Takes to Keep Skilled Workers
High turnover in the skilled trades is an ongoing and costly challenge. Many employees leave within their first 90 to 180 days, […]
How Data-Driven Insights Are Shaping Future Training Programs
A conversational dive into best practices for using data to create impactful, scalable training programs that drive operational efficiency and long-term business […]
Practical Considerations for Whole-Building Air-Leakage Testing
How does one go about testing a large building? Or an occupied building? There are three main components that need to be […]
Through the Lens of Time: A Longitudinal Review of Energy Efficiency
The goals of this study were to (a) conduct a systematic literature review of studies documenting the impact of a roofing membrane’s […]
Climate Benefits and Building Energy Efficiency Gains From Improved Roofing Insulation in Cold Climates
This article presents the results of a collaboration among Firestone Building Products (Firestone), Dow Inc., and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to […]
Smart Maintenance, Strong Facilities: The Case for Preventive Maintenance
Preventive maintenance is key to running a reliable, efficient facility – but without the right training, costly breakdowns and downtime are inevitable. […]
Fix It Before It Fails: Troubleshooting Tips for Preventive Maintenance
Did you know that 70 percent of equipment failures in facilities and industrial settings are due to human error? Whether it’s calibrating […]