Facility Management
How to prevent mould by controlling moisture
Implementinging a comprehensive moisture management strategy is key to prevent mould. It also reduces potential health risks and liability.
New housing options for seniors in Canada
Baby boomers are living longer and staying healthier, making new housing options for seniors in Canada an exciting opportunity for developers.
Outdoor spring maintenance tips
The end of winter heralds a sense of renewal, so now is the time for owners and property managers to focus on outdoor spring maintenance projects.
Countering the effects of winter on floors
Here are six questions building managers should ask themselves during the lead up to winter in order to counteract the ...
Fire safety planning
For building managers, a thorough and up-to-date fire safety plan is vital for both the safety of occupants and the preservation of the premises.
Tips to prevent mould growth
Building management needs to understand what conditions are necessary for mould growth, so it can ultimately prevent it.
Cleaning chemicals create post-flood hazards
Cleanup of flood damaged properties must be approached with a knowledge of chemistry so that the cleaning ...
Energy-saving checklist for facility managers
Here are seven strategies to reduce energy wastage.
More dense living, more pest problems
Multi-residential dwellings are at greater risk of pest activity, so it’s important to be proactive rather than reactive with pest management treatments.
Bird control for building managers
Property managers can lose thousands of dollars and clients due to birds roosting and nesting on their buildings.
Recognizing safety threats in the janitor’s closet
Cleaning chemicals rely on powerful formulas to help loosen and remove soils and contaminants from all types of surfaces. When used properly, they are generally safe. When used improperly, problems can arise.
LED lighting retrofit
To get the greatest value out of a LED lighting retrofit, ask about a manufacturer’s product testing, quality control and sustainability practices.
Facility management’s role in design
It’s only in the post-construction phase that facility management professionals are brought on board to minimize the operational and maintenance costs that will determine the building’s performance over its life span. The reality ...
Reducing the risk of Legionella
Any water source in a building that can be aerosolized may be a Legionella risk, particularly where the water is dirty, remains still or is not exposed to a ...
The importance of networking
Networking is a way for property and facility managers to interface and surround themselves with resources that, at some point, will solve a problem, find resources or provide advice about an issue.
What’s next for green condos
Improving the sustainability and energy efficiency of condominiums is not new. However, in terms of the most important and new energy-saving measures, it comes down to making small changes and sticking to simple solutions.
Intellectual properties
Building automation systems enable buildings to generate limitless data and information on nearly every aspect of a building and then share it among systems to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the entire facility.