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Artificial intelligence impacts the process in many ways, including speeding up the process. Key Takeaways: AI enhances commissioning by accelerating root-cause analysis, not fault detection. Traditional building analytics are already effective at identifying operational issues, but AI helps engineers quickly connect those issues to project documents, design intent, and historical data to determine why problems occur. AI improves efficiency by streamlining workflows and reducing manual data review.

Case study: Lucent Lighting supplied the luminaires for a carefully curated lighting scheme designed by Mistry Lighting for AZOTEA. August 14, 2026 Lucent Lighting supplied the luminaires for a carefully curated lighting scheme designed by Mistry Lighting for AZOTEA, a rooftop restaurant and bar in Leeds that transforms the everyday into an immersive escape above the city skyline.

Thoughtful lighting strategies can help facility managers create more comfortable, productive and inclusive workplaces for neurodiverse employees. OTHER PARTS OF THIS ARTICLEPt. 1: Neuroinclusive Office Design Supports Employee Productivity and RetentionPt. 2: This Page Key Takeaways: Flexible lighting can help accommodate the diverse sensory needs of neurodiverse and neurotypical employees.

« Back to Facilities Management News Home « HVAC The OFC-5023 oil furnace fan timer control is designed for 2- and 3-speed PSC motor oil furnaces, providing a replacement solution for a range of furnace configurations. The control features standard wiring terminals, adjustable blower timing, fan control options and LED indicators for simplified installation and diagnostics. Compatible with common oil furnace fan timers, it supports heating, cooling, dehumidification and accessory controls.

« Back to Facilities Management News Home « Flooring Ume is a resilient textile flooring design within the Kinetex collection, inspired by the Japanese art of sakiori, which repurposes fabric scraps into woven textiles. Available in 17 colorways, it features a textured, handcrafted appearance and a small-scale pattern that helps create a seamless installation.

An Illinois school district is using Dynamic Closed Loop geothermal technology to overcome site limitations. OTHER PARTS OF THIS ARTICLEPt. 1: How Geothermal HVAC Cuts School Energy Costs and Improves ComfortPt. 2: This Page Key Takeaways: Dynamic Closed Loop geothermal technology can make geothermal heating and cooling more practical for facilities with limited space by reducing the size of the underground energy capture field.

Why vegetation management deserves a place alongside sprinklers, alarms and evacuation plans in every facility’s fire strategy. Key Takeaways: Facility managers should assess wildfire hazards beyond their buildings, including adjacent wooded areas, unmanaged parcels and overgrown vegetation that could provide a path for fire to spread.

Case study: Trinity Energy has deployed an integrated on-site solar, battery storage and EV charging platform at Costco Wholesale’s Port St. Lucie, Florida distribution center. August 13, 2026 Trinity Energy has taken Costco Wholesale off grid with the launch of independent, on-site energy system at Costco’s distribution center in Port St. Lucie, Florida.

Successful AI-driven predictive maintenance depends on more than software. OTHER PARTS OF THIS ARTICLEPt. 1: AI, Predictive Maintenance and the Path to SuccessPt. 2: This Page Key Takeaways: Successful AI-powered predictive maintenance depends on preparing employees through training, addressing misconceptions and helping teams adapt to new workflows rather than fearing job replacement.

« Back to Facilities Management News Home « Maintenance & Operations The PDX Romeo is a limited-edition slip-on work shoe featuring familiar durable construction, easy-on design and all-day comfort. The shoe includes a patterned upper inspired by Portland’s airport design and builds on the popularity of the Romeo style among tradespeople and outdoor workers. It is designed for everyday wear across various industries. More From 8/13/2026 on FacilitiesNet