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Understanding the NEC and its health care applications Untangling the National Electrical Code’s articles 517, 700, 701 and 702 requirements for health care essential electrical systems Feb 10, 2025 By Connor Frazier
Health system, utility partner on microgrid project Bolstered by a pending system merger, Wisconsin clinic pursues resilient and renewable energy infrastructure Feb 10, 2025 By Megan Headley
Siskin Hospital brings respite and rehabilitation outdoors Sensory garden supports hospital's therapeutic approach in the context of a calming environment Feb 10, 2025 By Megan Headley
The value of digital twins How this emerging technology can support daily, collaborative health care operations Feb 13, 2025 By Jacob D'Albora
Enhancing health care facility safety The role of design and commissioning in infection prevention and control Nov 13, 2024 By Nicole Imeson, P.L. (Eng.)
Chemically compatible plumbing in health care environments For health care settings, the chemical resistance of thermoplastic plumbing materials is vital Nov 7, 2024 By Charlotte Pipe and Foundry
2024 Environmental Services Department of the Year Awards The Association for the Health Care Environment honors three teams for their dedication to innovation, persistence and care for people Jan 2, 2025 By Ed Avis
Specialty hospital growth and evolution How three health care facilities developed their master plans to adapt to changing patient needs Dec 19, 2024 By Jennifer Aliber, Bryan Langlands, and Kaitlin Laustsen
Maintenance practices for all-electric utilities The growing focus on sustainability is moving organizations to strongly consider all-electric central utility plants over more traditional approaches Sep 3, 2024 By Devin Hugie and Joe Brothman
Breaking ground on adaptive design A repurposed retail space serves as the foundation for an expansive outpatient orthopedic center. Feb 6, 2025 By HFM Staff
Elevating patient and caregiver experience through interior design Pediatric hospital enhances wayfinding and inclusivity with graphical elements Nov 6, 2024 By Landon Hegedus
A new paradigm for pediatric care Utah hospital designed to support young patients’ physical and mental well-being alike Oct 16, 2024 By HFM Staff
‘Back to the basics with innovation’ 2025 ASHE President Michael Hatton offers an alternative to the 'always-done-it-this-way' approach Feb 6, 2025 By Michael Hatton, MBA, CHFM, FASHE
ASHE leaders reflect on their roles New Advisory Board members offer advice and share their priorities for 2025 and beyond Feb 7, 2025 By Landon Hegedus
Building a foundation for staff benchmarking Four metrics to help determine staff benchmarking and allocation Jan 2, 2025 By Jason Tate
NFPA standards open for public comment Plus: The Joint Commission updates life safety standards, IAHSS updates drug diversion guideline, CMS updates signage on patient rights Oct 3, 2024 By HFM Staff
Ceiling solution heightens comfort Hospital opts for ceiling tiles that blend a natural appearance with high noise reduction properties Oct 9, 2024 By HFM Staff
Plumbing manufacturers meet hospital demands New products address infection control, sustainability and the need for automation Jun 28, 2024 By Neal Lorenzi