Safety & Security

How Elevator Modernization Ensures Accessibility and Compliance

May 13, 2024

Accessible, ADA-compliant elevators are an indispensable part of multi-level buildings, ensuring equitable access for people with disabilities and safety for all passengers. Are...

Safety & Security

Ensuring Privacy for Occupants in Smart Building Environments

Andrew Froehlich

May 1, 2024

Fire & Life Safety

How to Deal with Asbestos and Other Health Hazards After a Fire

Ron Fanish

March 22, 2024

Industry News

Security in Building Design Falls Short and Adds Costs, Study Finds

BUILDINGS Editorial Staff

Feb. 20, 2024

ADA Compliance

Universal Design: When to Go Above and Beyond ADA Requirements

Janelle Penny

Feb. 9, 2024

How to Mitigate E-Bike Risks

Janelle Penny

Feb. 7, 2024

Battery-powered transportation devices can cause serious damage if they catch fire, but smart storage strategies can help mitigate the risks. Learn more and take our quiz to test...

Fire & Life Safety

What is Passive Fire Protection?

Lauren Brant

Feb. 7, 2024

Passive fire protection (PFP), also known as Built Fire Protection, helps safeguard people and limit damage to buildings and their contents from fire and smoke.

Access Control

Protecting Smart Building Access and Assets with Advanced Biometrics

Andrew Froehlich

Jan. 31, 2024

Improvements and reduced costs in biometrics are making them a more viable option for buildings where additional security is needed.

Fire & Life Safety

6 Ways to Address Water Damage After Fire Suppression and Prevent Mold Growth

Ron Fanish

Jan. 17, 2024

Fire suppression is absolutely essential during a fire, but it can also leave your property vulnerable to mold. These 6 key strategies will help you address water damage and dry...

Safety & Security

Why Landlords and Property Managers Should Understand Snow Removal Laws

Tom Marsan

Jan. 3, 2024

Your city or county most likely has a snow removal law. Here’s what these laws typically include and what you need to know about them.