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New Tools of the Trade

To many, the word“maintenance” conjures up images of mops or wrenches, but to those in the real world, it includes computers and software.

The Future of Smart Cards

Now that digital signatures and other innovations are giving them increased functionality, smart cards are finally poised to take on mag-stripe cards.

Building a New Campus: From Mediocrity to Magnificence

With a good business plan in place, building a new campus becomes less painful. But what should that good plan include?

Is College Construction Keeping Up With Enrollment Increases?

It appears that administrators aren't planning and building to accommodate the demand for space needed through the next two decades.

Security Technologies: Cameras, Metal Detectors, Communication Systems

The following technologies can be used as part of a district's safety plan. None should be considered a total solution.

What's the Key to Your Security?

Like the world of education, in the fast-changing world of security systems, no system is ever complete.

Safe and Secure Schools

There is no single cause or single effect when it comes to safety and security. This means that there is no one answer or pre-packaged solution.

Improving Line-of-Sight Viewing in Computer Labs

Maintaining a clear line of sight in computer labs helps students and instructors see each other, which is especially important for visual learners and lip readers.

Replacement Windows Define the Newly Renovated Fiterman Hall

Replacing windows in a corporate office building turned academic building required much planning and testing. The result clearly proves that it was well worth the effort.

A Healthy Approach to Fitness Center Security

Here are ways to keep your fitness centers secure while maintaining an inviting atmosphere.

Safer Than Fort Knox?

An in-depth analysis of the problem of security in schools and architectural design solutions that work.

Child's Play

How to Maintain Your Masonry Facade

Masonry facade maintenance is commonly viewed as an unimportant preventive measure or an optional project, especially when compared to other maintenance issues. However, maintaining facades reduces potential facade, building systems and interior finish re

The Evolving Doorframe

A doorframe is a doorframe is a doorframe, right? Wrong. There are actually many factors that can influence your choice.

Deferred Maintenance Strategies You Must Try

Think deferred maintenance is a hopeless headache? These fellow administrators have found a host of cures -- all available over the counter.

Keeping Cool

When the heat is on, white roofs look -- and act -- cool.

Do You Need an Energy Master Plan?

Your campus may already have a facilities master plan, but have you considered how having a comprehensive energy plan could pay off?

No One Answer

School safety is not easy in today's troubled world, but it is a worthwhile goal.

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