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Today, institutional facilities professionals as well as industry OEMs use sophisticated equipment to track and report data. This essential data can be collected while measuring and testing raw materials, in-process components, and finished products, whether on the manufacturing plant floor, onsite, or in the field. However, many organizations struggle to efficiently gather, monitor, and analyze…

Technology integration for operational efficiency is paramount in facilities management, especially within educational, healthcare, and related industries. Smart pool technology stands at the forefront of this evolution, offering a myriad of benefits aimed at improving convenience, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Let’s dive into the world of smart pool solutions, emphasizing their significance in contemporary facilities management….

Piping for plumbing systems in commercial buildings has come a long way. The very first plumbing pipes were made of a combination of baked clay and straw. As you may have guessed, however, these plumbing pipes weren’t the most durable and had frequent issues. Nowadays, if you’re building a commercial structure, there are several different…

While it’s been four years since the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted lives, one behavior has left a lasting impression: handwashing. That’s based on survey findings of more than 1,000 American adults conducted by Bradley Company, a global manufacturer of commercial washroom fixtures. Courtesy: Bradley In 2024, the impacts of the pandemic remain—especially in terms of hand hygiene and…

Industry leaders discuss energy efficiency and refrigerant change outs Considering the costs involved in operating and maintaining HVAC systems as well as the need to keep requests from building occupants that the building is too cold or too warm to a minimum, HVAC systems will always receive plenty of attention from facility managers at institutional…

Managers should select the best disinfecting protocols that reduce worker exposures and maintain patient safety. The first months of the COVID-19 pandemic caused healthcare facilities to disinfect surfaces at greater frequencies than people and surfaces could stand. As it became clear that surfaces played a minuscule role in transmitting the coronavirus, greater questions arose regarding…