Author: FM College Admin

Over the past few years, there has been an increased emphasis on negative pressure isolation rooms. These rooms ensure patients within them can be cared for without the risk of spreading highly infectious viruses (i.e., those that spread through the air). Isolation rooms and their counterparts, positive pressure rooms (protective environments), help medical centers provide…

The importance of protecting or enhancing HVAC equipment has grown in awareness over the past few years. From the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020 to the rise of RSV in the latter parts of 2022, the use of HVAC solutions to improve indoor air quality (IAQ) in K-12 schools has become a major priority in school…

Pressure washing can be a maintenance manager’s best friend, from cleaning out garbage cans to getting rid of graffiti to removing persistent dirt and grime in the warehouse. While pressure washers are relatively simple to use, there are various factors to consider for faster, more effective results. Here are some top tips for getting the…

UK office occupancy rates have reached their highest level since the end of the national lockdown in March 2021, according to the latest research from Remit Consulting. The management consultant’s Return report reveals that, in the week ending 21 April, the national average office occupancy rate reached 35.9 per cent. Compared to possible average, pre-pandemic…

There’s a wide variety of possible scenarios that may require a service technician, facilities manager, or manufacturer’s rep to troubleshoot a commercial pump. Regardless of the circumstances, using a methodical approach is best when diagnosing a pumping problem. At Taco Comfort Solutions, we’ve found that 80% to 90% of the calls we receive about commercial “pump…

The renovation added a wide hall connecting the main entrance lobby and the new addition. The resulting view into the addition from the entrance lobby, with a glimpse beyond to the cathedral wall and its stained-glass windows, creates a new heart for the school.Photographs by Matthew Millman, courtesy the Office of Charles F. Bloszies FAIA…