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Recently, the U.S. Chemical Safety Board issued a call to chemical facilities to prepare for a harsh hurricane season based on an “above average” outlook on hurricane activity from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This year, NOAA has stated that there’s a 30 percent chance of an above-average-intensity hurricane season. NOAA’s predictions also estimate a…

With many commercial tenants now demanding top-flight amenities to help attract and retain the best talent, Hayley Blacker from workplace design and build company Interaction reveals today’s most sought-after office facilities The shifting power balance between commercial property owners and tenants presents new opportunities for facilities managers. As businesses settle into hybrid ways of working,…

It seems every day brings with it another new headline about rising costs and supply chain issues and, for the world of facilities management, it’s no different. According to the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS), maintenance costs rose seven per cent last year and are predicted to increase by a further 4.5 per cent during…

Often, the role of the maintenance manager extends to cutting costs and choosing materials that support your company’s sustainability goals. Whether you are choosing insulation for a maintenance project or you are looking to upgrade your efficiency, there are a few things you can do to lower your costs and reduce your carbon footprint by…

It’s important that facilities managers understand how to properly maintain their stormwater management systems, including, but not limited to, catch basins, retention and detention ponds, bioretention cells, rain gardens, permeable pavement, and stormwater vaults. The Purpose of Stormwater Systems Stormwater systems manage stormwater runoff and are required at developed properties that are 1 acre or…

The New York Power Authority (NYPA) has partnered with the City University of New York (CUNY) to implement a boiler plant upgrade at Bronx Community College that will improve the reliability of the campus’ heating system. The improvements directly support BuildSmart2025, a statewide energy efficiency program administered by NYPA, aimed at reducing energy usage in…