Bon Secours and Compass Open Millennium Surgery Center

Bon Secours and Compass Open Millennium Surgery Center

The 20,000-square-foot facility is in Greenville, South Carolina. Millennium Surgery Center, a joint venture between Bon Secours Mercy Health, Compass Surgical Partners (Compass) and local physicians, announced that it will launch in Greenville, South Carolina. The ambulatory surgery center (ASC) will offer same-day orthopedic surgeries, otolaryngology interventions and pain management procedures, offering the region’s patients…

U.S. government announces PFAS-free purchasing requirement

U.S. government announces PFAS-free purchasing requirement

The Biden-Harris Administration announced it is directing government contractors to buy only Green Seal- or Safer Choice-certified cleaning products and hand soaps for use in federal buildings to ensure products are free of toxic “forever chemicals.” The directive is in line with President Biden’s Federal Sustainability Plan, which orders federal agencies to “prioritize the purchase…

6 Warning Signs That Your Facility’s Boiler Needs Maintenance

6 Warning Signs That Your Facility’s Boiler Needs Maintenance

Maintaining a boiler in top operating condition will yield significant dividends to your facility, but often there are early warning signs that your boiler is in need of attention. So, what are some of these warning signs? In this article, we’ll examine six indicators that your boiler may require maintenance or repair. Additionally, we’ll discuss some preventative…

U.S. Government Works to Ban ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Federal Buildings

U.S. Government Works to Ban ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Federal Buildings

In a move aimed at better protecting the health of custodial staff, federal employees, and the environment, the Biden administration is directing government contractors to purchase cleaning products for federal buildings that are free of toxic “forever chemicals.” This change is the result of a collaboration between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the…

Intelligent Building Controls Are Revolutionizing Healthcare Infrastructure

Intelligent Building Controls Are Revolutionizing Healthcare Infrastructure

By leveraging automation, data analytics and machine learning, these systems empower healthcare managers to operate facilities with accuracy and foresight. When most people think of the healthcare industry, medical advancements and exceptional patient care come to mind. But in addition to these vital aspects is an overlooked yet crucial component — the infrastructure that supports…