Fire and life safety: Fire protection compliance needs to be addressed early in a project, not a few days before the building is set to open. Here are the real costs of failing your inspection.

How to incorporate AI: Can artificial intelligence tools actually improve facility management? Yes—if they’re used correctly. Here’s what you need to know about this industry shift.

How to specify products: Ever looked at a product spec sheet and wondered what all the sustainability labels mean? You’re not alone. This episode of the Buildings Podcast unpacks how to evaluate sustainable products without getting overwhelmed by green claims and marketing buzzwords.

Why it’s important: Recurring maintenance issues often reveal deeper reliability, documentation, and asset planning challenges that facility teams can address before they become larger operating costs.

How fire-rated glass protects occupants: Fire-resistance-rated materials offer passive, around-the-clock defense against fire and smoke and ensure code compliance. Here’s what you need to know about it.

Ceilings for data centers: These panels carry ratings of 0.85 NRC and 30 CAC, ensuring they address noise control and durability requirements in high-density, continuous-use environments.

Connected restroom system: These partitions are part of a smart restroom system that delivers real-time occupancy insights for guests and facility teams. An optional digital display outside shows how many stalls are available.

Operates in extreme climates: This heat pump provides domestic hot water or space heating for multifamily housing, hotels, offices, and more. Designed for indoor or outdoor use, it can deliver hot water in temperatures down to -13 degrees F.

Education and workplace carpet: This sustainable flooring collection reflects creative expression and the process of how ideas take shape. It features three bold patterns available in 12 colorways.