Health & Safety: Page 6
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License plate recognition with cloud video surveillance mainly used for parking, Eagle Eye survey finds
Operations and security were much less common uses for the technology when connected to its video management system, its research found.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 18, 2023 -
Oklahoma City earns WELL health-safety rating for facility operations and management
The city is the third in the U.S. to be awarded the certification, as the rating organization pushes for portfolio-level upgrades.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 17, 2023 -
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For stretch energy codes, Massachusetts gets nearly $4M DOE grant
The grant will provide field-based training to local building code officials and help communities share regional best practices.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 16, 2023 -
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Anviz rolls out SME cloud-based security management platform
The firm says the product does not use on-site hardware and reduces the cost of security measures for small- and medium-sized facilities.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 15, 2023 -
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Deep DiveHealthcare facilities teams grapple with capital constraints, decarbonization challenges
Mounting pressures to slash emissions are throwing a wrench into efforts to secure funding for enhanced patient experience and care outcomes amid rising costs.
By Nish Amarnath • Aug. 14, 2023 -
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Johnson Controls enhances safety product to connect service across distant buildings
The company’s updated device aims to simplify safety operations for large commercial facilities, removing the need for additional infrastructure investments.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 14, 2023 -
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Wint clinches $35M to meet water tracking, leak detection demand
Climate change and damage costs have led to a strong demand for water management solutions across the real estate, construction and insurance industries.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 11, 2023 -
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Nuveen joins rush to use tenant experience data for building operations insight
Cove’s agreement with Nuveen follows a partnership with Cushman & Wakefield, and comes amid an industry scramble for information that could drive operational efficiencies and return-to-office strategies.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 11, 2023 -
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Insufficient data impacts return-to-office strategies, Envoy finds
Eighty percent of business leaders and building managers surveyed said they would have approached their policies differently if they had better insight into office usage.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 10, 2023 -
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Department of Energy earmarks $46M for building technology, retrofit practice research
The agency will release funds for 29 projects across 15 states to curtail energy consumption in the sector.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 9, 2023 -
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4 ways schools are rethinking building design
From charging stations for electric vehicles to true-to-life CTE spaces, schools are transforming physically, school architecture experts say.
By Kara Arundel • Aug. 9, 2023 -
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The life sciences sector needs facility staff to match continued growth
Good Manufacturing Principles and specialized processes are straining employers’ abilities to fill building service roles.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 9, 2023 -
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Ransomware attack on Prospect Medical Holdings impacts hospitals across 4 states
Multiple hospitals in the system experienced complications or closures as a result of the attack.
By Matt Kapko • Aug. 8, 2023 -
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ASHRAE seeks comments on refrigerant system safety standard modifications
These addenda address standards for commercial air conditioning and refrigeration systems and safety data on numerous zeotropic refrigerant blends.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 7, 2023 -
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ProSentry partners with Senet to put smart building tech into action
The collaboration aims to help operators incorporate low-cost building monitoring applications into Senet’s cloud-based connectivity and IoT service platform.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 3, 2023 -
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OpinionThe air we breathe is changing. Here’s how to improve it in your facilities.
Measuring temperature, humidity, particles and gases is vital to mitigating the impact of poor outdoor air quality, says TSI Incorporated President Tom Kennedy.
By Tom Kennedy • July 31, 2023 -
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VTS parlays occupancy data, tenant app insights to drive global building management
Acquisitions and high-profile partnerships have pushed the commercial tech firm toward widespread adoption, with additional user data improving portfolio decision-making.
By Joe Burns • Updated July 26, 2023 -
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ASHRAE calls for comments on refrigeration, control design analysis and efficient water use standard addenda
Changes include clarifications to the term “human comfort," organizational improvements and baseline requirements for efficient use of water in mechanical and process systems.
By Joe Burns • July 25, 2023 -
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Utah, Louisiana building code measures seek to build climate change resilience
The measures in both states follow a spate of forest fires.
By Nish Amarnath • July 25, 2023 -
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Energy-efficient buildings save lives during extreme weather events: Department of Energy
Meeting or exceeding current codes can improve habitability by up to 140% during extreme heat events, a report found.
By Joe Burns • July 25, 2023 -
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Climate tech startup Aeroseal nets $67M
The company said the funding, led by Climate Investment and Bill Gates’ Breakthrough Energy Ventures, will be used to seal leaky air ducts in about 260,000 buildings per year by 2026.
By Nish Amarnath • July 24, 2023 -
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HVAC manufacturer Modine adds high-efficiency heating and cooling systems to K-12 portfolio
The new product line, slated to merge into the company’s distribution network, aims to help facilities managers install cost-efficient air systems.
By Nish Amarnath • July 21, 2023 -
Tyson Foods unveils child care facility to boost efficiency
The company’s $5 million investment is part of a move to ease barriers to up-skilling, boost employee retention and drive more productivity.
By Ginger Christ • July 19, 2023 -
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EPA warns facility operators to prepare for severe weather
The Environmental Protection Agency advises operators to review shutdown and reporting procedures as the Gulf Coast enters hurricane season.
By Joe Burns • July 19, 2023 -
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South Richmond approves $1M fire training facility despite initial rejection
A zoning appeals board has greenlit the construction of the proposed building amid air quality, pollution concerns.
By Nish Amarnath • July 18, 2023
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