Author: FM College Admin

Updating Chicago’s tallest building, the Willis Tower, was a tall order. The $500 million renovation of the 110-story edifice took five years, and included a 300,000-square-foot, five-level addition on its southern side, filled with stores, eateries, and a landscaped terrace on the rooftop. The existing 4.5-million-square-foot high skyscraper underwent a transformation as well, adding cafes,…

  Successful OSHA compliance requires understanding enforcement priorities and delivering training that meets facilities’ needs. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has historically kept a low profile in most hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Most healthcare workers have never been through an inspection conducted by an OSHA official. But with the large number of…

  As a maintenance manager, you need to become familiar with all the elements of your building, including your roof. Whether you need to access the roof as part of your seasonal maintenance, or you’re sending a contractor up there, there are some measures you can implement to boost safety for everyone who needs to…

The Facilities Management industry is set to grow significantly in the coming years. According to research from Baachu: “The FM Market will provide opportunities worth £16.8 billion to the FM suppliers spread across public and private sectors during the three years from 2023-25.” This growth is expected to create thousands of new job opportunities, which…

    From LED lighting to building automation systems, there are many types of technology that hospitals can employ. Energy efficient technologies are a hot topic in many industries, including healthcare. Rising energy costs and a push for green technology are fueling this growing conversation. There are many different types of energy efficient technology, so…

A new survey reveals that while many U.S. businesses are embracing smart building technology to increase energy efficiency and lower costs, they may fall short of their goals due to an inability to master the data. Toggled, a building management solutions company and wholly owned subsidiary of Altair, recently surveyed more than 500 U.S. facility decision-makers throughout…