Phoenix Children’s Hospital – Arrowhead Campus Set to Open
The 175,000-square-foot hospital offers a comprehensive range of services. Families in the West Valley now have better access to pediatric healthcare with the opening of Phoenix Children’s Hospital – Arrowhead Campus on August 7. Located in Glendale, this...
Facilities Managers need to Commit to Preventative Maintenance
Too many managers believe money motivates employees. It doesn’t. Money is a short-term stimulator. I live in the South, and summers get hot and humid. But this summer has been special. We just broke a record for the most consecutive days above 90 and the number of...
ASHRAE and World Filtration Institute Sign MOU
ASHRAE and the World Filtration Institute (WFI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding formalizing the organizations’ relationship. The agreement outlines how both organizations will work cooperatively on common public affairs initiatives and leverage the strengths...
Steveston Park playground set for upgrades
The Steveston Community Park playground is set to undergo an exciting transformation with construction starting this August. Centrally located just northeast of the intersection of No. 1 Road and Moncton Street, the 30 acre park will soon feature a refreshed...
Construction starts on Lynn Valley Elementary
Construction is starting on an expansion to Lynn Valley Elementary school in North Vancouver. “As more communities like North Vancouver experience population growth, our government is continuing to invest in building and expanding schools,” said Rachna Singh, minister...
Uncover the Ageism Hiding in Your Organization
Many companies have yet to tap into the growing “longevity economy” — the economic value of the over-50 population as consumers and workers. Businesses often overlook this demographic even though it holds about 80% of U.S. household wealth and is responsible for half...
8 Ways to Assess Your Readiness for a Power Outage
Would you be ready for a power outage at your facility if it happened today? Before the power goes out, you need to assess whether your facility can ensure business continuity during an outage. Power outages can be less stressful and manageable with the right prep....
Office workers embrace healthier lunches and communal dining finds Food Trends Report
Office food delivery specialist Just Eat for Business has unveiled its 2024 half year food trends report, which shows a significant rise in desk orders to a continued trend towards healthier lunchtime food options. The report finds that office workers are increasingly...
Sustainable Roofing Strategies
Choosing the right roofing materials can make a significant difference in energy efficiency “Out of sight, out of mind” often rings true when it comes to roofs. Rarely do facility managers give roofs a second thought until significant problems arise, by which time the...
Controlling the Spread of Antimicrobial-Resistant Bacteria
WHO has sounded the alarm over an antibiotic-resistant strain of bacteria that is becoming more common and encourages healthcare facilities to ramp up infection control measures. A strain of bacteria that can cause severe infections and carries genes that are...