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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 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, […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

The Future of Facilities Maintenance Training: Predictions and Emerging Trends

Technology advancements, rising customer expectations, and a shrinking skilled trades workforce are putting significant pressure on the facilities maintenance industry. Nearly 80 […]

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 […]