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Measuring Cleaning Performance Like an Athlete
December 19, 2024 Allen P. Rathey

Measuring Cleaning Performance Like an Athlete

Like referees measuring and assessing athletes’ performance, cleaning managers and customers judge, measure, and evaluate cleaning performance based on a scope of work.

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Enhance Building Performance and Occupant Well-Being With Optimal Humidity Levels
December 11, 2024 Emily Newton

Enhance Building Performance and Occupant Well-Being With Optimal Humidity Levels

Experts have long recommended maintaining indoor relative humidity between 40% to 60%. However, research shows commercial buildings’ levels often fall somewhere outside of this range.

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Steps to Success on the Journey to Zero Waste
December 9, 2024 Josh Bradley & Andrea Rossitter

Steps to Success on the Journey to Zero Waste

Zero waste programs encourage thoughtful waste management, with the ultimate goal of keeping resources in circulation for as long as possible.

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LEED v5 Promotes Water Efficiency
December 4, 2024 Klaus Reichardt

LEED v5 Promotes Water Efficiency

The USGBC encourages facility managers to view water efficiency measures as investments, not costs. These investments will not only reduce water consumption, but also lower overall facility and business costs.

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Sustainable Approaches for Managing Construction and Demolition Waste
November 20, 2024 Marie Wickham

Sustainable Approaches for Managing Construction and Demolition Waste

Each year, the United States sees an estimated 600 million tons of waste from construction and demolition activities.

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Deck Your Facility’s Halls by Renting the Right Equipment
November 15, 2024 Tony English

Deck Your Facility’s Halls by Renting the Right Equipment

By renting the appropriate lift, you can safely and cost-effectively complete your facility's festive vision, keeping the season jolly.

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November 13, 2024 SC Johnson Professional

Maintain a Healthy University Campus During Cold and Flu Season

As students, faculty, and staff gather in close quarters, the spread of illnesses can quickly disrupt daily activities and academic progress.

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invasive insects
November 6, 2024 Rocky Beninato

Emerging Pest Threats in North America

From damaged crops and ecosystems to disruptions to daily life, the impact of invasive pests such as spotted lanternflies is far-reaching.

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Freeze Out Your Competition, Not Your Clients
October 28, 2024 Kathleen Misovic

Freeze Out Your Competition, Not Your Clients

From schools and hospitals to stores and entertainment venues, facilities rely on contractors and in-house staff to keep parking lots and sidewalks clear of snow and ice so business can go on as usual.

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October 16, 2024 Emily Newton

3 Groundbreaking Technologies for Achieving Pristine IAQ in Facilities

Explore the various technologies and methods to improve indoor air quality, such as smart sensors.

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Taking It Outside: Best Practices for Exterior Maintenance
October 7, 2024

Taking It Outside: Best Practices for Exterior Maintenance

Taking It Outside, a free webinar presented by CMM, provides strategies for keeping up with routine exterior tasks, as well as tips on common repairs and best practices for preventative maintenance.

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Conquer Dust With Regular Cleaning
September 10, 2024 Carlos Albir Jr.

Conquer Dust With Regular Cleaning

Keeping up with dust removal is essential for protecting the health of facility occupants and the reputation of your business.

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Strategies to Prevent the 6 Leading Causes of Commercial Water Damage
September 9, 2024 Shawn Havalotti

Strategies to Prevent the 6 Leading Causes of Commercial Water Damage

Water damage can wreak havoc on commercial properties, leading to significant financial losses and operational disruptions.

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Water Conservation Starts With Auditing the Drips
July 24, 2024 Klaus Reichardt

Water Conservation Starts With Auditing the Drips

Commercial facilities working toward more sustainable water use must begin the process with a collective commitment to water conservation and water efficiency from everyone working in the organization.

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HVAC, smart buildings
June 26, 2024 Emily Newton

Implementing Smart Environmental Monitoring to Enhance Facility Comfort

Environmental monitoring covers a range of devices and software that analyze factors like temperature, humidity, and air quality in real time.

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school, students, summer break
June 17, 2024 Alan Yarbrough

School Hotspots to Deep Clean During Summer Break

Summer break provides the perfect opportunity for school custodians to clean, shine, and disinfect areas they may not have time to maintain as thoroughly during the school year.

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