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Corrosion is a big problem for maintenance workers and facility managers alike. This natural process of degrading and rusting is caused by oxidation from environmental elements, and is a never-ending battle to stop. When corrosion occurs, the structural integrity of your piping and metal appliances is compromised. This can cause major maintenance issues if not … Continue reading "Three Ways To Prevent Corrosion"

Environmental conservation is a hot topic in today’s corporate culture. However, underlying in the umbrella of eco-consciousness is a concept that most businesses strive for every day: energy efficiency. Facilities that are energy efficient are not only able to reduce their environmental impact, but they are also able to cut costs dramatically. There are many … Continue reading "Setting Energy-Efficiency Goals For 2020"

Setting expectations may be one of the most difficult skills to learn as a manager. When spreading your time across teams and departments, it can be difficult to dedicate enough time to each area of operations. However, a lack of expectations from management is one of the leading causes of lagging productivity and employee dissatisfaction … Continue reading "Setting Expectations With Your Maintenance Staff"

The term “green building” is often tossed around in talks about energy efficiency and environmental protection in the business world. However, few facility managers understand what this term means, or how it relates to their decisions as leaders. Green building isn’t simply a buzzword used to attract attention from environmental activists. It’s a concept in … Continue reading "Ways Green Buildings Are The Financially Smart Choice"