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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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Walkers Raise More Than $40K For Juvenile Diabetes

Anne Vazquez — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:59:26 +0000

Employees at plumbing manufacturer Sloan came out to raise funds for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

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2011 Edition of X7.1 Furniture Emissions Standard

Heidi Schwartz — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:02:34 +0000

ANSI has released two new important standards regarding IAQ testing and furniture emissions.

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Open Plan vs. Private Office

Heidi Schwartz — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:37:20 +0000

Are there ways to ease overcrowding in spaces that have been filled to capacity?

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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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FRIDAY FUNNY: Workout at Work

Heidi Schwartz — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:46:04 +0000

The more stressful the situation (or position), the more a boss may take it out on employees, so instead of bullying, go take a walk!

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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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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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QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Cleaning Benchmarks

Heidi Schwartz — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:54:02 +0000

What kinds of cleaning benchmarks are available for office areas of all kinds?

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Flooring & Ceiling Design Competition

Anne Vazquez — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 15:16:34 +0000

Armstrong, in conjunction with the IIDA, recently conducted a contest seeking innovative floor and ceiling projects.

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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: 360 Task Light by Luxo

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 15:46:15 +0000

A rotating base and flexible arm characterize this LED task light.

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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: NITEGLOW From Wooster Products

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:03:50 +0000

These provide luminescent egress path markings, along with slip resistant surfacing.

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St. Louis Office Diverts 11 Tons From Landfill

Anne Vazquez — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:32:19 +0000

This fall, employees at One Met Square have sent an average of 1.5 tons of food per week to be composted, rather than simply discarded.

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NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Pipe Restoration By DiHydro Services, Inc.

Anne Vazquez — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:58:49 +0000

The Michigan based company offers facility managers an alternative to pipe replacement and the associated expenses.

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NSF Recognizes Wallcoverings Distributor

Anne Vazquez — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 16:16:57 +0000

TRI-KES of Dallas, TX is the first to be qualified as a sustainable wallcovering source under a new NSF Standard.

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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: HYGEN Clean Water System by Rubbermaid

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:13:48 +0000

This system promotes cleaner mops and facility surfaces with a water filter integrated into the mop bucket.

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NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Monthly Subscriptions From Easy Ice

Anne Vazquez — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 15:03:50 +0000

One flat rate for monthly use of ice machines includes maintenance, water filters, repair parts and labor, and emergency ice.

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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Furniture Repair Tools By Master Manufacturing

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:51:25 +0000

ReStor-It Quick 20 Repair Kits and a Furniture Touch Up Kit enable simple repairs to be done in-house.

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Shoring Up Elevators Before A Storm

Anne Vazquez — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:04:17 +0000

Schindler Elevator offers the following tips to consider when preparing for weather related events.

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FRIDAY FUNNY: Turning Lemons Into Lemonade

Heidi Schwartz — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:25:10 +0000

This post was submitted by TFM FM Frequency Charles Carpenter, a facility management professional who is often asked to test his powers of creative thinking.

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NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Ultrafine Particle Emissions Testing From AQS

Anne Vazquez — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 14:28:06 +0000

By virtue of their size, ultrafine particle emissions can be inhaled easily and travel deep into the lungs.

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Survey Finds Many Prefer Reporting To The Office

Anne Vazquez — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:57:01 +0000

According to findings from Steelcase and CoreNet Global, many choose to work in the office, even with alternative work strategies available.

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Call Center Characteristics

Heidi Schwartz — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:58:14 +0000

What are the basic facilities management requirements for call centers?

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Pentagon Renovation Wins Award From Design-Build Institute of America

Heidi Schwartz — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:01:48 +0000

Called the most complex renovation project in contemporary history, the renovation of Wedges 2-5 at the Pentagon updated four million square feet of space.

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Paint Or Laminate?

Heidi Schwartz — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 18:49:05 +0000

What is the best way to spruce up laminated casegoods that start to show their age?

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