The Impact of Temperature on Occupant Functioning
HVAC systems directly control the temperature levels within the built environment of a healthcare facility. Furthermore, they influence how both patients and staff function in a healthcare facility, as poor indoor climates can make patients uncomfortable and...
DOE unveils $4.5 billion for future transmission projects
The Department of Energy (DOE) announced 10 potential corridors for new high-voltage transmission lines on May 8, designed to bring renewable energy from areas where it’s generated to centers of demand and to provide stability to local grids. The locations of the...
Today’s interior paint offers innovation, sustainability, and efficiency
Paint has long been a concern for building and maintenance managers looking for affordable, aesthetic, and safe options. But there has been some evolution in the paint department, offering managers today’s innovation, greater sustainability, and increased efficiency....
How to Manage Contractor and Subcontractor Risks
Understanding how to manage risks associated with contractors and subcontractors and the importance of safety compliance were just a couple of the critical topics discussed during a recent educational session. Titled “Mythbusting the Top Contractor Risk Management...
Granite School District Lowers Infection Risk Through Lighting
Schools are considered high-risk environments for the transmission of infectious diseases due to the close and frequent contact and communication that occurs among students and teachers. Environments such as athletic training rooms, gymnasiums, cafeterias, and...
Preventing the ‘Silent Killer’: Carbon Monoxide Detection Systems
Unlike smoke, which can be smelled and seen, carbon monoxide (CO) is odorless and colorless. Those indiscernible properties may be responsible for a misunderstanding about the dangers of what is often referred to as “the silent killer” and the significance of...
Harrison County Hospital Construction Project Starts in Missouri
The project is expected to finish in mid-2026. Harrison County Community Hospital District in Bethany, Missouri, launched the $75 million, two-year construction project. It will replace a 1955 hospital that does not meet current code requirements and has...
Walmart is Closing All its Healthcare Clinics
Walmart has announced the closure of all its healthcare clinics across the U.S. and its telehealth provider, according to CNBC. This decision comes as a reversal of its previous plans to expand its health services, including dental and medical care, alongside...
Understanding Vibration and Noise Control in Healthcare Facilities
To mitigate the impact of vibration and acoustics, managers need to understand the sources of these disturbances and their potential impacts. In the bustling environment of a healthcare facility with life-saving procedures, critical research and patient care always in...
Rethinking the EV battery journey
As the world accelerates toward more sustainable transportation solutions, electric vehicles (EVs) are leading the automotive industry. The surge in sale of hybrid vehicles is still outpacing that of EVs. According to Morgan Stanley, U.S. sales of hybrids grew...