Tag: Systems
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Are wireless home security systems right for you?
When it comes to making your home safe, you’ll mainly be weighing up the pros and cons of wireless home security systems vs wired ones. And, while a wireless system has the advantage of being easier to install, it doesn’t come without some downsides too. So what do you need to consider when choosing the…
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Bundled Solutions Drive Future of Sustainable Steam Systems
Facility managers in today’s healthcare and institutional environments face an increasingly complex juggling act. Optimizing aging steam infrastructure, reducing operating costs, and meeting sustainability goals, plus doing it all with limited in-house personnel and shrinking budgets, is no realistic feat. It’s no surprise, then, that forward-thinking organizations are moving away from a piecemeal, transactional approach…
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IPAF raises concerns over high-risk ‘transport systems’
According to IPAF, certain construction hoist manufacturers are marketing equipment, described as ‘transport systems’ or other similar terminology, that look like transport platforms, but with operating speeds and passenger capacities that exceed the limits set for a transport platform in the European standard EN 16719. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Are Your Building Systems Ready for Windows 11?
Windows 11 introduces new compatibility needs for systems that manage buildings. These include BMS workstations, access control servers, CCTV consoles, and digital signage players. Assessing readiness is critical before upgrading. Hardware limitations or unsupported software can lead to operational hiccups. Facilities teams should address several key areas to ensure a smooth transition. From confirming hardware…
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Won-Door Partners with Door Systems Inc.
Won-Door Corporation, the leader in accordion-style fire and security door systems, is proud to announce our partnership with Door Systems® (DSI). DSI is the leader in fire protective smoke curtains and integrated fire doors technology, providing innovative solutions to existing building needs as well as assisting in specifying and designing future projects. Since 2005, UL…
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Choosing Roofing Systems for Harsh-Weather Commercial Jobs
You can’t change the weather, but you can plan for it. And when it comes to commercial roofing, planning well is what separates the buildings that last from the ones that constantly need attention. Whether it’s ice storms, intense heat, or nonstop wind, harsh weather puts every roofing decision under a microscope. It’s easy to…
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How to choose the best shed security alarms and systems to keep the contents safe
Garden sheds are a top target for thieves, making investing in the best shed security alarms and systems a clever move. Stolen bikes, power and garden tools could represent a substantial loss – and the latter might even help burglars get into the house. Good home security systems should always include measures for the shed.…
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Takeuchi Adds 8 Central Power Systems Dealer Locations
Central Power Systems & Services will now sell, rent and service Takeuchi compact excavators and track loaders at its location in Woodward, Oklahoma; four locations in Kansas (Wichita, Salina, Colby and Garden City); and three locations in Texas (Hutto, San Antonio and Corpus Christi). “We’re excited to add the Takeuchi product line to our construction…