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Hydrolevel Company, a leading manufacturer of temperature and liquid level controls for residential and commercial heating applications, is proud to highlight its HydroStat, a universal temperature limit and low water cut-off control. Designed to replace cold start and triple-action Aquastat controls, HydroStat gives contractors a flexible solution for both replacement work and new protection upgrades while helping save time, materials, and wiring.

The renovation and expansion of Mooresville High School showcased The Korte Company’s ability to deliver a superior educational space despite a strict budget and a tight timeline. The innovative solutions developed for Mooresville High couldn’t have become reality without diligent planning, lots of communication and bold, outside-the-box thinking. Location: Mooresville, IN, USA Objective: Mooresville High School was built in the 1950s with a capacity of 400 students.

When a major multi-city sporting tournament unfolds across an entire continent, the security challenge extends far beyond any single venue. Consider the scale of an event such as the global soccer tournament, involving 48 teams, 104 matches, and millions of international spectators traveling across 16 host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico over nearly six weeks. This represented one of the most complex operational environments ever attempted for facility and security managers.

A facility’s exterior appearance tells people a story about the organization long before they ever walk through the doors. Healthy flowers, trees, grass, and shrubs, shaded walkways, and attractive courtyards say that the property is valued, cared for, and professionally managed. For commercial buildings, campuses, hospitals, schools, and institutional properties, landscapes make a strong first impression about occupant and visitor experiences, safety, and a business’s attention to detail.

Completing a renovation or expansion to an existing facility while its operations remain ongoing is a difficult job. But by mixing creative choreography with ground rules, goals and expectations, owners and construction firms can team up to make these hard jobs a little easier. It’s a common conundrum for owners and facility managers: We need to expand or renovate our space, but we can’t shut down operations.

Mid-afternoon brain fog, stuffiness, and the sluggishness that hits around 2 p.m. are not just in employees’ heads. “Office air” is real, and a measurable issue tied directly to how air is delivered through an environment. As companies continue to double down on return-to-office (RTO), the pressure to make the workplace worth the commute has never been higher.

At a Glance A drain cleaning cable lasts longer when crews use proper cutting technique, drain the drum after every job, lubricate it immediately, and replace damaged sections before failure. Consistent care helps reduce downtime, protect equipment investments, and keep sewer-cleaning equipment ready for the next call.

Once largely associated with consumer electronics, lithium-ion technology now underpins a growing range of building systems and equipment. From uninterruptible power supplies and energy storage systems to electric maintenance vehicles, e-bikes and EV charging infrastructure, batteries are becoming embedded throughout modern facilities. As organizations pursue electrification, sustainability and resilience goals, battery deployments are accelerating.

Hannay’s new Spray Non-Corrosive (SNC) Series reels, constructed primarily of 304-grade stainless steel, are designed specifically for lawn care, agriculture, horticulture, pest control and other spray-related industries. Competitively priced and comparable in weight to aluminum construction, the SNC series provides a significant advantage in strength and protection in corrosive environments.

Since video monitoring technology became standard in facilities, it has largely been viewed as a security tool. Cameras recorded events, security personnel reviewed footage after incidents occurred, and the primary goal was deterrence and investigation. Over the last few years, and for the foreseeable future, the role of video systems in facilities is expanding dramatically.