Newly Constructed High School Centers on Multi-functional Spaces

Newly Constructed High School Centers on Multi-functional Spaces

New Fairfield High School features collaborative spaces and wellness initiatives. By FacilitiesNet Staff New Fairfield High School in New Fairfield, Connecticut, integrates academics, career technical programs, athletics, and community engagement. The construction of the new $84-million, 140,000-square-foot facility by JCJ Architecture, as well as the interior design of the high school focuses on fostering student…

Backup Power: Challenges and Solutions

Backup Power: Challenges and Solutions

By ensuring reliable, resilient and cost-effective solutions, managers can meet demands of healthcare operations and safeguard patients. When designing backup power utilities for healthcare facilities, it is crucial to assess and understand each client’s specific needs carefully. The type of hospital, criticality of environments within the facility, geographic location, redundancy requirements and electrical infrastructure capabilities…

West Henderson Hospital Officially Opens in Southern Nevada

West Henderson Hospital Officially Opens in Southern Nevada

The 150-bed hospital is equipped to care for patients with a variety of medical needs. West Henderson Hospital has opened its doors to patient care as the newest acute care hospital in Southern Nevada. The first patient arrived via ambulance, kicking off a steady day of patients arriving by private vehicle and ambulance. To commemorate…

Feds Issue Probe Update on Massive Fire, Toxic Plume at Georgia Facility

Feds Issue Probe Update on Massive Fire, Toxic Plume at Georgia Facility

On Nov. 22, the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released an update on its investigation into a Sept. 29 chemical reaction and toxic gas release at the Bio-Lab Inc., facility in Conyers, Georgia. The incident led to a massive fire and plume of toxic smoke that threatened the surrounding community and the metropolitan Atlanta…

Get Ahead of Spring by Preparing Your Facility’s Chiller System Now

Get Ahead of Spring by Preparing Your Facility’s Chiller System Now

As facilities managers begin planning seasonal maintenance for chiller systems in preparation for spring, Goodway Technologies, a provider of heat exchanger cleaning and maintenance equipment, emphasizes the importance of conducting routine maintenance and cleaning procedures to ensure optimal performance. Courtesy: Goodway Technologies Regular chiller tube cleaning and maintenance not only increases operating efficiency, but also reduces…

When is it Time for an Elevator Update?

When is it Time for an Elevator Update?

How facility managers should predict, plan and budget for elevator repairs and modernization. Elevators aren’t built to last forever. Once they hit the 20-year mark, it’s usually time for an upgrade. However, William McGrath, the president and CEO of South Jersey Elevator, points out facility executives often focus on aesthetics, while neglecting crucial behind-the-scenes elements…