Lean FM Articles

When Sweep Switches Make Sense

When you can’t start your lighting system from scratch, sweep switches provide an ecological, economical solution

Shop Talk: 31 Expense-Slashing Solutions

Pour a cup of coffee, pull up a chair, and listen to great ideas about doing more with less

Roof Observers -- When and Why?

The role and value of the roofing observer are described in a new manual

Reroof or What?

The first choice in roofing is usually repair, based on its relatively low cost - at what point, however, is such a measure uneconomical?

10 Costly Return-to-Work Mistakes

Find out how to work with workers’ compensation after an injury in your department

Going Green by Saving Water

Efficient irrigation design and practices save money on water and energy

Roof Insulation and Reflectivity Cut Costs

Proper roof design and maintenance can lower operating expenses.

Prevent 17 Common Lighting Mistakes

When a lighting retrofit is done right, you’ll see dramatic savings, quick payback, enhanced lighting quality, visual comfort, reduced maintenance, etc. – as long as you don’t make these 17 mistakes

How to Cut Energy Use and Get Paid for It

Demand-response programs save you energy, earn you money, and help you lessen your buildings' impact on the environment

Roof Construction and Maintenance

Roof construction and maintenance can provide significant long-term savings

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