Tips for effective pressure washing

Tips for effective pressure washing

Pressure washing can be a maintenance manager’s best friend, from cleaning out garbage cans to getting rid of graffiti to removing persistent dirt and grime in the warehouse. While pressure washers are relatively simple to use, there are various factors to consider for faster, more effective results. Here are some top tips for getting the…

Office occupancy rates hit highest level since the end of lockdown

Office occupancy rates hit highest level since the end of lockdown

UK office occupancy rates have reached their highest level since the end of the national lockdown in March 2021, according to the latest research from Remit Consulting. The management consultant’s Return report reveals that, in the week ending 21 April, the national average office occupancy rate reached 35.9 per cent. Compared to possible average, pre-pandemic…

7 Steps for Troubleshooting Commercial Pumps

7 Steps for Troubleshooting Commercial Pumps

There’s a wide variety of possible scenarios that may require a service technician, facilities manager, or manufacturer’s rep to troubleshoot a commercial pump. Regardless of the circumstances, using a methodical approach is best when diagnosing a pumping problem. At Taco Comfort Solutions, we’ve found that 80% to 90% of the calls we receive about commercial “pump…

Expanding Even the Smallest of Spaces

Expanding Even the Smallest of Spaces

The renovation added a wide hall connecting the main entrance lobby and the new addition. The resulting view into the addition from the entrance lobby, with a glimpse beyond to the cathedral wall and its stained-glass windows, creates a new heart for the school.Photographs by Matthew Millman, courtesy the Office of Charles F. Bloszies FAIA…

Infection Prevention and Control Team at VANTHCS Implemented Effective Initiative

Infection Prevention and Control Team at VANTHCS Implemented Effective Initiative

The initiative positively impacted IPC staff burnout and aided prevention of healthcare-associated infections. A serious infectious threat response initiative (SITRI) implemented by the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) team at Veterans Affairs North Texas Health Care System (VANTHCS) positively impacted IPC staff burnout and helped prevent an increase in healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) during the COVID-19…

What Fire Sprinklers and Alarms are the Best for Hospitals?

What Fire Sprinklers and Alarms are the Best for Hospitals?

Manufacturers join to discuss the best fit sprinklers and alarms for hospitals. There are a few choices to make when it comes to fire sprinklers and alarms. Some types may be better suited for other facilities than hospitals. In this manufacturer roundtable, Healthcare Facilities Today speaks with leading fire alarms and sprinklers manufacturers about what…