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11 Life Safety & Security Money-Saving Products for 2019

03/26/2019

The lines between life and fire safety and security blends together. BUILDINGS received a vast number of submissions for the Money-Saving Products program. Check out these winning products, chosen by the editorial staff. 

8 Janitorial & Restrooms Money-Saving Products 2019

03/26/2019

Waste management, water savings, washrooms, restrooms, janitorial solutions—whatever category it falls into, these products can help get your monthly spending in check. See these 8 janitorial and restroom money-saving product winners.

10 Lighting & Interiors Money-Saving Products for 2019

03/26/2019

Lighting and interiors serve more than one simple purpose. These categories influence occupant wellbeing, energy-savings and work productivity, to name a few. Check out these 10 lighting and interiors money-saving product winners.

11 Building Automation & Energy Management Product Winners 2019

03/26/2019

Need some budget-friendly solutions for building automation and energy management for your facility? Check out these 11 winners from the Money-Saving Products program.

13 HVAC Money-Saving Products for 2019

03/26/2019

HVAC product solutions continue to be the most sought after category for facilities professionals. The 2019 Money-Saving Products program this year was no exception. Check out these 13 HVAC winners.

11 Envelope & Roofing Money-Saving Products 2019

03/26/2019

The envelope and roof of your building is one of the most important elements to protect. Check out these 11 money-saving products that help keep the elements out, protect the occupants within and the savings in your budget.

Are Your Conference Rooms Stifling Decision-Making?

03/26/2019

How well can people concentrate in your conference rooms? As carbon dioxide concentration climbs, cognitive ability plummets. Here’s how you can fix the mental fatigue and keep occupants productive.

65 Money-Saving Products for Facilities Management 2019

03/26/2019

Money-saving products help facilities professionals maintain their buildings while managing their budgets. See the 65 winners from 2019 in categories like lighting, HVAC, restroom, janitorial, waste management, envelope, roofing, building automation, energy management and more.

The Emergence of VRF as a Viable HVAC Option

03/26/2019

FMs are turning to variable refrigerant flow for its flexibility, efficiency and aesthetic benefits.

Weekly Roundup: March Madness and How to Get the Most Out of Conferences

03/22/2019

Senior writer Janelle Penny talks about March Madness brackets and high-stakes athletic facilities. Plus: a preview of our BOMA conference coverage next week.

7 Tips to Maximize LED Retrofits

03/20/2019

Get your money’s worth out of your lighting upgrade.

Lighting Upgrade Helps Protect a Priceless Work of Art

03/20/2019

At the Nevelson Chapel in New York, a new lighting system of tunable white LEDs helps protect a priceless art installation by Louise Nevelson.

The Facilities Manager’s Guide to Insulation

03/19/2019

Starting an expansion or re-roofing project? It’s time to review your options for roof and wall insulation. This primer will fill you in on the most common insulation products.

How to Navigate BOMA 2019 Educational Sessions

03/18/2019

Are you ready for the BOMA 2019 International Conference & Expo? Here’s what you can expect to learn in the educational sessions.

What You Need to Know About Human-Centric Lighting

03/18/2019

As the technology becomes more streamlined and more research is published, learn about what human-centric lighting actually is, how it’s believed to affect human health, and what you should consider before investing.

Sound Control for an Open Floor Plan

03/16/2019

Open floor plans provide collaboration but create sound control challenges. Try these sound modifications to help lessen the noise and increase productivity.

Weekly Roundup: Sandy Hook Redesign, Recruiting Millennials & Human-Centric Lighting

03/15/2019

From an interview about the Sandy Hook redesign to recruiting millennial talent to BOMA 2019 highlights to human-centric lighting, Janelle Penny chats about the week it’s been during this new weekly roundup BUILDINGS podcast.

Four Tips for Pest Control on Green Roofs

03/14/2019

Maintain vegetation without being invaded by insects, rodents and birds. Pest activity on vegetated roofs can be minimized with integrated pest management. Prioritize inspections and no-kill methods before considering chemical treatments.

Solar Fabric Canopies: Energy-Generating Tenant Amenities

03/14/2019

Flexible solar panels integrated into fabric are giving tenants a new outdoor amenity that generates its own power. Here’s how you can create next-generation amenity spaces with this new solar technology.

BOMA 2019: Speakers and Exhibitors Showcase the Future Today

03/12/2019

Preparations are in full swing for an informative slate of vendors and speakers at the BOMA 2019 International Conference & Expo, which will take place June 22-25 in Salt Lake City, and attendees can see what’s next in commercial real estate.