Freezing rain this week served as a reminder of the important role mats can play in limiting the amount of dirt and moisture that enters facilities.

As facilities evolve and become more high tech, new systems have developed to help improve efficiency - especially when it comes to cleaning schedules.

Copper alloys used more in hospitals to help fight health-care acquired infections, aren’t as prevalent in non-traditional spaces where germs also spread.

Intelligent new technology is revolutionizing restroom maintenance in Canada and improving overall user experience and satisfaction

There’s no missing the Fairmont Royal York when flying over Toronto, pulling into Union Station on one of the main train lines or travelling into downtown.

Several recent advances in pest control could help condo managers combat the bed bugs, flies, others insects and rodents that can invade their properties.

The cleaning industry has been around for a while, but new technologies like augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are new to the field.

Have there been more potholes this year than in previous years? An informal survey says yes, and parking lots on condo properties are not immune.

Flood season is arriving to regions across Canada, posing a significant risk to infrastructure, potential loss of life and pest-related health risks.

What issues are you dealing with on the front lines as a facility manager or building service contractor?

Carleton University has launched a new online reporting tool that intricately links health and safety initiatives with facility management.

Scale build-up can weigh on HVAC efficiency, making preventative maintenance important to controlling energy costs and preventing premature failure.

There are now several options that help facilities proactively address issues related to forgotten and ignored waste areas.

The decreasing costs of sensors means the Internet of Things is rapidly moving into new areas of commercial properties, such as waste management.

Nearly two-thirds of facility managers are interested in implementing new digital technologies such as intelligent analytics, according to a recent study.

Facilities still contain built-in materials that were exposed to rain and snow in the construction or renovation process, leading to the presence of mould.