Why it’s important: Your alarms and their installation may meet code, but the real question to ask is whether they will protect the people in your building if there’s a fire. Here’s what you need to know.

Why it’s important: A constant airflow regulator (CAR)—typically placed inside a duct fitting—maintains a constant rate of airflow regardless of duct pressure fluctuations. Here’s how it works—and how it reduced energy consumption at a three-tower development.

Look beyond the building: When it comes to resilience, the site your building is on also has a role to play. This episode of the Buildings Podcast looks at the Sustainable SITES Initiative and what you need to know about certifying with it.

Why it matters: The CRE market is evolving, and the way people interact with buildings continues to change. Owners and operators are reassessing how to upgrade existing spaces. Retrofitting is a practical, low-risk starting point to enhance building performance.

Test your resilience: Facilities teams can use this step-by-step method to pressure-test flood and storm-risk assumptions before the next major weather event.

Solar control: These exterior window films feature an anti-fading protection layer and a UV-durable coating, allowing them to deliver heat rejection and UV blocking even during harsh outdoor conditions.

Fire-rated construction: This 8-foot, single-swing fire door features a steel-faced foam core and wood edge. It meets the fire resistance requirements of a 20-minute rating when tested in accordance with multiple standards.

Sustainable cleaning: This highly concentrated, biodegradable option is an effective alternative to petroleum solvents. It removes heavy grease, grime, tar, scuff marks, and more from a variety of surfaces.

Desert-inspired flooring: This engineered wood flooring collection translates the natural palettes of the world’s deserts into flooring tones with subtle imagery. It’s compatible with underfloor heating systems.