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Steps To Prevent Power Problems From Becoming Serious

As the world relies more on data-processing and other digital equipment, facility executives are going to see more problems – such as equipment downtime, systems failure, loss of data or data corruption and, perhaps, tenant loss. To stop power quality ... Read >

Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) Problems And Opportunities

In reality, the perfect office doesn't exist today. Evidence that it doesn't, if any is needed, comes from a survey of members of the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA). IFMA asked more than 7,000 facility managers at U.S. corporations... Read >

The HVAC Systems – Overlooked Opportunities To Improve IAQ

The new HVAC technologies and approaches promise reductions both in first costs and long-term operating expenses, and herald improvements in indoor air quality. Low Temperature Air Distribution A relatively new approach to HVAC system design - one t... Read >

State-Of-The-Art Design And Technology Can Meet Both Energy And Comfort Demands

The CFC phaseout has forced facility executives to take a hard look at their HVAC systems. At the same time, current technology offers significant opportunities for energy savings from the heating and cooling system, typically the second-largest energy us... Read >

How To Find Big Savings In Construction Projects

Knowing what to expect – including the places costs typically "hide" – provides an edge for efficiently managing the construction process. Step one A well-defined interview process will assist you in selecting the best construction manager (CM) for ... Read >

Investing In A High-Quality Roofing System

Owners who view the roofing system as a one-time expense, and make specification decisions based solely on first costs, run the risk of incurring higher roof maintenance and repair expenditures. The bottom line: Selecting the wrong system is likely to cos... Read >

Blueprint for Energy Cost Control

Despite the importance of planning in facility operations, too many facility executives abandon it when managing energy use. Instead, they undertake a series of uncoordinated activities that typically include equipment upgrades, system replacements and en... Read >

Taking Charge of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

As sick buildings become more visible, inaction is a liability. This situation begs the question: “Will you be ready when dissatisfied occupants, reporters and lawyers show up at your building?” As part of an overall preventive due diligence program, an I... Read >

Healthcare And Facility Infrastructure

New diagnostic and treatment equipment occupies dedicated spaces. At the same time, there is increased emphasis on ambulatory care for many procedures and illnesses, with more selective inpatient admissions and decreased length of stays. There also is a t... Read >

10 Questions To Ask Before You Choose A Roof

Choosing the correct replacement for an aged roof - or identifying the best choice for a new building - is no easy task. The perfect roofing solution for one building may be the worst option for another just down the street. That's because no two building... Read >

Energy Efficiency And HVAC Technology

The following overview offers a quick reference to key considerations with some of the most effective technologies. As with lighting, trial installations are a good idea; so is working with manufacturers and distributors. Getting the most from HVAC con... Read >

Total Concrete Housing Technology Analysis

Design, material and component selection. The Design. The best design for the structure, (to ensure compatibility for design, market acceptance as well as accurate test results), is to be a small home complete with basement, targeting the low to mid... Read >

What Is The Open Wall Construction Technology?

Methods discussed later describe only one of a number of design models created, and provides examples of the applications, which should be modified to meet local codes and personal preferences. Wrap and Strap Open Wall Construction This method is id... Read >

New Home Builder Information

What does a Home Costs? The price will vary with the type and quality of finish materials used. Eighty-five dollars a square foot will give the building an oak kitchen, solid cedar siding, architectural shingles, medium quality carpet, central vacuum, ... Read >

Insulation And Designing To Reduce Heat Loss

In effective residential design we utilize several factors in Northern United States, to reduce the overall loss of heat. The major considerations include: Solar Orientation, Air and Vapor barriers, and Insulation. Solar orientation In Northern Unit... Read >