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There is a growing trend of collaboration among construction disciplines that is leading to sustainable solutions for the construction and renovation challenges of our generation. Everyone I meet — architects, engineers, building envelope consultants, contractors, asset managers/owners, management companies and legislators — is thinking about trends and solutions in renovation and sustainability. One of the…

Mercy has broken ground on Mercy Hospital Wentzville, Missouri’s first brand-new, acute care hospital campus in nearly a decade. McCarthy Building Companies is overseeing construction of the 400,000-square-foot hospital, which is expected to include 75 inpatient acute care beds and a 26-bed emergency department with two trauma areas and four behavioral health rooms. The advanced…

Manufacturers discuss how frequently healthcare facilities should clean and maintain upholstered furniture. Floors and hard surfaces get most of the cleaning attention, however, soft furnishings are just as critical to a healthcare facility’s image and safety. With upholstered furniture being in patient rooms, waiting rooms and break areas, their maintenance shouldn’t be overlooked. In this…

How robotics, sustainability, and training innovations are redefining the industry.   May 23, 2025 The professional cleaning industry offers insights into broader facility management trends, particularly around technology integration, labor challenges, and sustainability initiatives. During the NFMT and Clean Buildings Conferences earlier this year, Daniëlle Inostroza from RAI sat down with Corinne Zudonyi, Chief Editor for…

Compliance based safety is a priority for FMs, but behavioural safety can also be used to help reduce workplace incidents and create a safer working environment. How can facilities managers with health and safety responsibilities encourage employees to take personal responsibility for workplace safety, and promote a safety-first culture? THE HEALTH & SAFETY CONSULTANT’S VIEW…

In an era when hygiene expectations are higher than ever, well-maintained commercial restrooms are no longer just a courtesy—they’re essential to public trust, operational efficiency, and brand image. According to Bradley’s 2025 Healthy Handwashing Survey, 71% of Americans say they are more likely to return and even spend more money at a business with a…