Commercial real estate trends: Like other building types, industrial buildings need to engage tenants to stay competitive—but that looks different in commercial real estate.

Life safety: If there is a fire in your building tonight, will your alarm system actually protect the people inside? The answer to this important question may surprise you. This episode of the Buildings Podcast examines why fire alarm systems can fail in emergencies and what you can do to make sure they perform.

Free quiz: This standard governs fire door inspection criteria. How much do you know about it?

5 steps to cut waste: HVAC use after people go home is a blind spot in standard reporting. After-hours bookings are rarely isolated as a named metric, so occupant-driven waste remains invisible. Here’s what you can do about it.

Meet your ESG goals: Smart buildings are redefining the Social component of ESG by providing real-time data and automation that promote healthier, safer, and more inclusive environments, ultimately driving long-term value and risk reduction for investors.

Lighting the way: Nearly a million patients experience falls in hospitals each year, and the path between the bed and the bathroom is often where the risk is highest. This rail supports nighttime movement with soft illumination.

Intuitive EV charging: This Level 2 charging station allows drivers to start a session by scanning a QR code, with no app or account setup required. It features EV Connect Software+, a cloud-based management system.

Hospitality and high-rises: These units are optimized for stacked floorplate designs, ensuring consistent performance across hundreds of installations within the same building. Easy access to service panels, filters, and more simplify access.

Acoustical performance: This modular wall panel system integrates acoustic performance into architectural metal materials and designs. The panels absorb noise, dampen reverberation, and reduce echo in interior spaces.