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2011 Version Of Standard 189.1

Anne Vazquez — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:30:22 +0000

When introduced in 2009, the standard was the first code intended commercial green building standard in the U.S.

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NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Facility Prime App From Siemens

Anne Vazquez — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:32:37 +0000

This app enables two-way interaction between facility managers and their APOGEE building automation systems.

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WEB EXCLUSIVE: Preventing The Top Maintenance Issues

Heidi Schwartz — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:48:36 +0000

This web exclusive looks at five common areas where preventive maintenance can make the difference between a smoothly running facility and a disaster.

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Keeping Germs At Bay

Anne Vazquez — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:33:32 +0000

Occupant behavior coupled with effective disinfection practices helps to minimize the spread of illness.

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IFMA Leads Broad Industry Coalition in Support of the Civilian Property Realignment Act

Heidi Schwartz — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:24:43 +0000

As the nation’s largest holder of real estate, the federal government has the opportunity and resources to influence the development and implementation of integrated building operation, maintenance, and space utilization practices.

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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: FXLED78 From RAB Lighting

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:39:19 +0000

This LED floodlight is designed for exterior applications.

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WEB EXCLUSIVE: UC Santa Cruz Finds Lighting Solution, Meets Internal Deadline

Anne Vazquez — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:22:27 +0000

Energy managers at this university discovered the best system for its needs with the help of Leviton, a lighting energy management firm.

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FRIDAY FUNNY: The Workplace Treasure Hunt!

Heidi Schwartz — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:53:52 +0000

Using common sense repairs, behavioral changes, and technological improvements, companies can increase the energy efficiency of nearly any kind of facility – a manufacturing plant, a retail store, even an office building.

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BREAKING NEWS: TFM Forum Keynote Announced!

Heidi Schwartz — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:34:45 +0000

Robert Wengel, Shedd Aquarium’s vice president of facilities and Today’s Facility Manager's 2012 Facility Executive of the Year will present the Keynote Address at the 2012 TFM Forum.

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NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: NIOSH Lift Calculator by Humantech

Anne Vazquez — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:25:58 +0000

This app for the iPad and iPhone was designed to calculate the risk associated with manual material handling tasks.

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Tafel Named IFMA Foundation Executive Director

Heidi Schwartz — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:29:56 +0000

Tafel will oversee the development of the foundation’s annual Balanced Scorecard, a strategic performance management tool; manage foundation research projects; oversee the foundation’s grant programs; and in coordination with the director of academic affairs, implement the annual foundation scholarship program.

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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Moka by Cascades Tissue Group

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:18:24 +0000

This new bathroom tissue is unbleached and composed of 100% reycled fiber.

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WEB EXCLUSIVE: Is Dry Carpet Cleaning Right For You?

Anne Vazquez — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:46:53 +0000

The dry cleaning method is one tool facilities can use to maintain a healthy indoor environment.

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First Three Landscapes Certified By SITES

Anne Vazquez — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:15:32 +0000

The SITES rating system is focused on the sustainable design, construction, and maintenance of built landscapes.

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AHRI Releases Variable Frequency Drive Standard

Anne Vazquez — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:47:09 +0000

VFDs can be used to control and power the HVACR motors in a facility, for increased efficiency and reliability.

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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Floor Marking Kit by InSite Solutions

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:34:43 +0000

An electrical panel floor marking kit aids facility managers in complying with OSHA regulation 1910.303.

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Five Safety Resolutions For 2012

Anne Vazquez — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:57:55 +0000

Cintas points out leading ways to keep employees safe while they're on the job.

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Answers To The Continuous Improvement Quiz

Heidi Schwartz — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:31:09 +0000

Here are the answers to the Continuous Improvement Quiz, taken from the IEHA Professional Education Credentialing Program (PECP) Continuous Improvement training module. How well did you score?

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Sodexo Shares Workplace Trends Report

Anne Vazquez — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:14:56 +0000

Drawing on insight from a several arenas, the report focuses on what employees want in various aspects of their organizations.

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Take The Continuous Improvement Test!

Heidi Schwartz — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:48:11 +0000

IEHA's Professional Education Credentialing Program (PECP) features a Continuous Improvement training module as part of its Certification Programs for the cleaning industry. Following are several of the questions featured in the final exam of Module 5 (Continuous Improvement).

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NHL Foundation Waters An Oregon River

Anne Vazquez — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:38:19 +0000

The National Hockey League (NHL) Foundation has put forth effort this season to aid the Deschutes River.

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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Surface Options from Kimball Office

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:11:32 +0000

The updated portfolio provides facility professionals with more options when seeking natural wood veneers and FSC wood options.

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EPA Approves Latest Refrigerant Substitutes

Anne Vazquez — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:18:49 +0000

The three hydrocarbon substances can be used in small commercial refrigerators and freezers.

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Whitestone Releases Retail Facility Operations Costs

Heidi Schwartz — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:14:46 +0000

The Whitestone Facility Operations Cost Reference 2011-2012 International Version includes facility costs in over 100 global locations.

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NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Expanded Green Guidance from Thornton Tomasetti

Anne Vazquez — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:02:21 +0000

The firm's acquisition of Fore Solutions broadens the sustainability services it provides to clients.

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