Maintenance & Operations
For everything you need to know on the maintenance side, look below for the latest on operations and facilities management, grounds maintenance and transportation. |
Product Solutions
New products/case studies, including: polycarbonate sheet; wireless access control; knock-down stairs; projector; and more.... |
The Top 10 Lists
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The Top 10 Products
In 2008, AS&U showcased some of the hottest products in the industry. Following are the 10 most requested, as determined by readers.... |
Green Cleaning: Taking StockBy Stephen Ashkin Conducting an audit for green-cleaning success.... |
37th Annual Maintenance & Operations Cost Study--SCHOOLSBy Joe Agron Spending by K-12 institutions on maintenance and operations faces growing pressures.... |
37th Annual Maintenance & Operations Cost Study--COLLEGESBy Joe Agron Just like their school district brethren, higher-education institutions are feeling the pressure on maintenance and operations (M&O) budgets.... |
Suck it UpBy Dave Jansik Schools and universities can use LEED as a guide to achieve cleaning and vacuuming goals.... |
Thorough ControlBy Mike Kennedy Regardless of the type of flooring, a well-organized maintenance regimen will help floors and carpets last.... |
Know-How: MaintenanceBy Mike Kennedy A thorough plan enables schools and universities to maintain facilities and equipment effectively.... |
RecoveryBy Mike Kennedy Schools and universities in and around New Orleans continue putting back the pieces of campuses and communities wracked by Hurricane Katrina.... |
Planning MattersBy Bruno Niklaus Designing a cleaning plan that accommodates needs, and keeps students and staff healthy.... |
Green Cleaning: Behind the ScenesBy Stephen Ashkin Finally, some recognition for your efforts.... |
Bug OffBy Patrick T. Copps A thorough IPM program that emphasizes environmentally friendly techniques can help keep students and staff safe from pests.... |
36th Annual Maintenance & Operations Cost Study: SchoolsBy Joe Agron Spending by school districts on maintenance and operations increased in 2006-07, reversing years of historic low expenditures. ... |
36th Annual Maintenance & Operations Cost Study: CollegesBy Joe Agron Colleges are focusing increased effort and money to improve the physical condition of existing facilities and address a huge backlog of deferred maintenance.... |
Vacuum VirtuesBy Allen Rathey An upright vacuum can be a sound vehicle that helps schools and universities arrive at an effective cleaning program.... |
Step by StepBy John Walker It’s back to the basics when it comes to clean school restrooms.... |
A Proactive SolutionBy Francis X. Hayes A facilities assessment can be a guide to diligent decisionmaking, planning and budgeting... |
Steaming CleanBy Rick Hoverson Today's steam vapor systems can address ongoing cost, safety and efficiency challenges in education institutions, and keep cleaning standards high for staff and students.... |
Smart Spending | Schools and UniversitiesBy Mike Kennedy When purse strings are tight, schools and universities have to work hard to stretch available construction dollars.... |
Inside: Transportation
Out with the old; Cleaner buses; Seeking hybrids... |
Day to DayBy Dennis Jurecki With the right equipment and schedules, day cleaning can be a fit for many education institutions.... |
Two for OneBy Tim Ammon and Scott Little Tips for managing the evolving consolidation of facilities and transportation management.... |
Quality Partners | Contracting green servicesBy Bob Clark Contracting green services can help schools and universities move in the right direction.... |
Plumbing/FixturesMike Kennedy School restrooms have long been targets for vandals and students who treat the facilities with less than tender, loving care. Restrooms also are places... |
