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BACnet insights BACnet allows for the transfer of encoded data between devices, enabling the exchange of various types of information such as hardware values, schedules, alarms and trend data. Control systems enhance building operation and efficiency by creating a centralized method for operating various building systems such as HVAC, lighting, shading and security. This is…

For a large corporation, a safe and hygienic workplace is essential. In the United States, the standards of industrial cleaning are set out by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). These guidelines are strict to protect the safety of workers, so the process of industrial cleaning will often make use of harsh and potentially…

  LEED faces headwinds and competition, but with its brand recognition and market confidence, it’s well-positioned to continue to make waves in the buildings industry. Sustainability is like healthcare for the planet. By following the well-vetted and carefully constructed system of LEED, facility executives can rest assured that they have done their part in helping…

Fire life safety is a critical responsibility of healthcare facility management, and there is no room for error . Fire life safety is one of the most high-pressure and critical responsibilities of healthcare facility management, and there is no room for error. Managers must do everything in their power to keep patients, staff and visitors…

Figure 1: The 2024 edition of NFPA 101 has updated requirements for interior exit discharge. Courtesy: NFPA NFPA 101 insights The 2024 edition of NFPA 101 introduces changes that address emerging trends and challenges in building design and safety. The revised NFPA 101 places increased emphasis on occupant empowerment and early fire response, requiring fire…

  Last month’s blog revealed the top four locations for exposure to electricity fatalities to be a home, an industrial facility, a construction site, and a street. The next thing being investigated is which electrical components are the major cause of those fatalities. Information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) database is being used…