IWFM highlights four key areas for change for next UK Government

IWFM highlights four key areas for change for next UK Government

The Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management’s (IWFM) has published ‘Priorities for the next Government: 2024 general election manifesto’ detailing four key areas the next UK Government needs to act on to ‘stimulate and sustain’ the UK’s workplace and facilities management (WFM) profession and sector. The publication highlights the challenges faced by the next Government,…

Survey Shows Why Clean, Touchless Restrooms Are Good for Business

Survey Shows Why Clean, Touchless Restrooms Are Good for Business

In a recent survey by Bradley Company, nearly 70% of Americans reported having a particularly unpleasant experience in a public restroom due to the poor condition of the facility. The top restroom aggravations include clogged or unflushed toilets, unpleasant smells, and an old, dirty, or unkempt appearance. Unfortunately, businesses that neglect restroom cleaning and maintenance…

Topeka’s West Ridge Mall Reimagined: New Life

Topeka’s West Ridge Mall Reimagined: New Life

Topeka, Kansas, mall getting new life through a mix of office space retail stores. West Ridge Mall quickly became a hit after opening in 1988 in Topeka, Kansas. It couldn’t miss. It occupied a prime location in the city’s retail corridor. It had nearly 1 million square feet of retail space, with five big-brand anchor…

Beyond the Ban: The Enduring Dangers of Asbestos Exposure in Facilities Today

Beyond the Ban: The Enduring Dangers of Asbestos Exposure in Facilities Today

The EPA’s asbestos ban was a significant victory, but the fight is far from over. Here’s what you need to know about the current state of asbestos litigation. In a landmark victory for public health, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finally enacted a comprehensive ban on asbestos in the United States in March, 2024. This…

3 Key Benefits of UV-C Disinfection for Healthcare Facilities

3 Key Benefits of UV-C Disinfection for Healthcare Facilities

Being faster for disinfection is one benefit, among others. Disinfection is a critical part of any infection control program, and sometimes standard chemicals alone will not be enough to neutralize germs. Modern technology has sought to introduce new means of disinfection, with Ultraviolet-C (UV-C) light being one of these advancements. UV-C is obviously not used…

WellSpan York Hospital Expansion Project Focusing on Sustainability

WellSpan York Hospital Expansion Project Focusing on Sustainability

The expansion project includes a green roof and high-performance design. As part of WellSpan’s focus on sustainability, health system officials have kepr most of the WellSpan York Hospital expansion project local, finalizing a list of contractors in which more than 80 percent are from the immediate area. Work demolition and excavation is ongoing at the…