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When we use the word “ozone,” most of us think of many different things, most of them unpleasant. For instance, the disappearing ozone layer surrounding and protecting the earth; ozone pollutants in the air we breathe; even ozone generators, which were once heavily marketed (and still may be) as indoor air purifiers. What we are […]

Partial occupancy is a pressing issue for commercial buildings across the US. Partially occupied buildings don’t generate the same revenue as fully occupied ones, which puts pressure on their commercial viability and also reduces available funding for necessary investments. The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) listed partial occupancy as one of the leading challenges of

As concerns about climate change and energy reliability grow, businesses are looking for ways to become more sustainable. According to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), in the last decade alone, solar has experienced an average annual growth rate of 24%. There are now more than 155 gigawatts (GW) of solar capacity installed nationwide, enough

Termites are considered one of the most destructive pests on the planet, chewing through wood at an alarming rate and causing an estimated $6.8 billion in property damage annually. Known as “silent destroyers,” termites will damage just about anything containing cellulose, which includes the wood used to build structures, flooring and even paper drywall coverings.

For commercial property owners and managers, evaluating the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for purchases is critical to acquiring items at the lowest long-term cost. Assessing TCO requires not only understanding the initial purchase cost but also consideration of the operating costs, longevity, and remaining value beyond its expected life. When managing properties, using the

Facility management is at the heart of ensuring that buildings operate at their best, day in and day out. It’s the orchestration of processes, systems, people, and technologies to assure not just the maintenance of a structure but its optimized existence. In a time when efficiency and environmental responsibility are more than buzzwords, they’re mandates,

A significant result of the recent pandemic is a heightened awareness of the need for better control of indoor air quality (IAQ) to include the mitigation of pathogens, gas phase pollutants and particulates from the supply air stream. The industry-accepted minimum standard for ventilation in commercial buildings is ASHRAE Standard 62.1. The standard prescribes the

Insufficient safety measures in warehouse and distribution centers can have severe repercussions, including injuries, operational downtime, product losses, property damages, and potential legal actions. Of particular concern are accidents involving collisions between forklifts or other vehicles and employees or visitors. Within busy operations, it is quite possible that a forklift or other vehicle will eventually