Monthly Archives: December 2016
Pumps: The heart of a boiler system
BOMI International via FMLink – Pumps are designed to accomplish two tasks: overcome friction and move fluids by changing the pressure of a fluid or gas. Friction losses are head losses in the piping system. The magnitude of these losses is determined by the liquid being pumped, pipe size, type of pipe, flow rate, and [...]
The role of situational awareness in FM
IFMA’s FMJ magazine – The evolving security threats of the 21st century have presented new and urgent challenges in the field of FM. These new realities are what confront FMs working in every facility imaginable. Fortunately, situational awareness software solutions are empowering those in the field to address both routine issues and these new security [...]
Why updated bathrooms are important in the hotel business
eHotelier – One of the key factors that can greatly influence the customer experience and satisfaction in a hotel is how well-designed and functional the bathroom is. Bathrooms often come as a hindsight, but travelers expect this amenity to provide comfort and a better experience compared to what they have in their own homes. READ MORE
Hotels offer better, faster Wi-Fi
USA Today – Hotel guests have repeatedly complained about the state of Wi-Fi while traveling, and hotels are finally heeding the call for improvements. In addition to increasingly offering free Wi-Fi, especially to loyalty club members, hotel companies are requiring that their properties improve the quality of the signal they offer. The efforts are in [...]
Judge suspends rule expanding overtime for millions of workers
The New York Times – [...]