Tag: Facilities
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5 Reasons Smart Locks Are Perfect for Storage Facilities
Storage units have become the go-to solution for people managing life’s transitions—moving, downsizing, running a small business, or simply decluttering. But one thing hasn’t changed much over the years: the locks. While storage facility management software has gone digital and operations have grown more efficient, many units are still protected by basic padlocks and keys.…
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Healthcare builds hinge on specialized facilities: Ryan Cos. exec
Listen to the article 5 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. As planning ticks up around healthcare projects, a Minneapolis-based general contractor is turning to a 20-year veteran to lead its construction push. Ryan Cos., a Minneapolis-based construction firm, recently promoted Nick Kaminski to vice president of healthcare…
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GlobalFoundries commits $16B to expand New York, Vermont facilities
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: GlobalFoundries announced plans Wednesday to invest an additional $3 billion to expand its semiconductor manufacturing and advanced packaging capabilities in Malta, New York, and Essex Junction, Vermont. The funds will go toward research and development…
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US DOT opens $1.5B funding round for transit buses and bus facilities
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: The U.S. Department of Transportation announced yesterday that $1.5 billion in grants will be available through the Federal Transit Administration’s Buses and Bus Facilities and Low or No Emission bus competitive grant programs. The fiscal…
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How the rise of women’s sports is transforming the landscape of athletic facilities
The rising popularity of women’s sports is changing the game of sports facilities. With recent sold-out stadiums and record ratings, the numbers speak for themselves: demand is rising, and so is the need for facilities that support the level of competition and growing fandom associated with women’s sports. Women playing sports at an elite level…
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Henry Boot to build calming facilities in NHS mental health ward upgrade
Lee Powell, managing director of Henry Boot Construction, said: “This project is obviously much more than just bricks and mortar – it’s about creating a safe, calming, and supportive space for those experiencing urgent mental health needs. The refurbished ward will also be complemented by a new garden courtyard, creating another open-air retreat for self-reflection…
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Construction of Healthcare Facilities Expected to Surge in 2025 and 2026
As the demand for modernized and expanded infrastructure surges, one sector stands out with unprecedented momentum: healthcare facilities. Healthcare facilities are critical components of the nation’s infrastructure and from what can be seen in planning documents, it appears that almost every state and/or region in America is evaluating some type of healthcare-related upgrade. The obvious…
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BIM-FM Integration: A Primer on Virtual Facilities Management
Minding the FM Gap – Setting the Stage for a Successful BIM-FM A building is only as good as it operates; the most sophisticated creation made with the most cutting-edge digital tools remains a fantasy if it cannot be operated within the means of the owner/operator in the real world. Today’s facilities are demanding complex…