Thermal Imaging (Infrared Scanning)
What is Infrared Scanning? Infrared scanning identifies the transfer of infrared heat radiation from an object. It provides the means[...] Read More
Energy Management – Efficiency in Hot Water Systems
Hot-water production is the generally the second highest energy consumer for residential facilities. (Behind HVAC) The number one priority to[...] Read More
The Façade – what you need to consider
Definition: The exterior surface of a building that looks onto a street or open space. An outward appearance that is[...] Read More
Understanding the role of various stakeholders in Strata Title Buildings
Description: this article identifies the various stakeholders and outlines their varying interests in the Strata space Strata title in NSW[...] Read More
Conducting Maintenance Work Safely
Description: This article discusses best practice methodology for contractor management in the workplace. Conducting Maintenance Work Safely When coordinating maintenance[...] Read More
Energy Management – Driving Efficiency in Lighting
A well-lit environment is essential for the safety of occupants within any built environment. Lighting typically represents around 12 –[...] Read More
Why benchmarking is one of the most powerful tools available to an asset manager
What is benchmarking? The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) defines benchmarking as “a continuous and systematic management process that measures[...] Read More
The Building Manager and ‘Conflict of Interest’
Definition: A conflict of interest (COI) occurs when an individual or organization is involved in multiple interests, one of which[...] Read More
Does Your Risk Management Strategy Include Data Loss?
Risk Management has traditionally been a process of identifying risks associated with physical objects, assets or people. In today’s world[...] Read More
Tertiary Education and the Building Manager
As you may be aware, the role of the facilities or building manager has evolved immeasurably in recent years. This[...] Read More
What Is Life Cycle Costing in Asset Management Space?
What is Life Cycle Costing? The Life Cycle Cost (LCC) of an asset is defined as: “the total cost throughout[...] Read More
Building Managers and Overcrowding in Strata Spaces
There’s no denying it; population density in Sydney is on the rise. The demand for affordable urban housing is constantly[...] Read More
Building Replacement Insurance, what are you covered for?
What is Building Replacement Insurance? Building Replacement Insurance is the amount an insurer will pay for the cost of replacing[...] Read More
Personal Liability of Executive Committee Members
The owner’s corporation is the body made up of all the owners in a strata scheme. It has the responsibility[...] Read More
Are Sinking Fund Forecasts Useful or a Waste of Your Budget?
A sinking fund forecast is a report, drawn up to give an estimated forecast of a property’s budget. This kind[...] Read More
Impact of new WHS Legislation in NSW
Work health and safety and the property owner/s Are you aware that as a property owner or controller of an[...] Read More
