June 2026
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Inside the June Issue |
Installation and Integration
Inverter-Driven Technology and HVAC Performance
As multifamily development continues
to prioritize space efficiency and higherdensity
layouts, HVAC system design is becoming
a critical factor in overall project
value.
Today’s air handling units are engineered for early-stage specification, enabling engineers to incorporate space-saving HVAC design into project plans from the outset. Installed within the ceiling, the system shifts HVAC equipment out of the occupied living space while maintaining ducted heating and cooling performance.
An ultra low-profile design helps accommodate ceiling space constraints and existing building systems, including ductwork and fire protection layouts.
This configuration eliminates the need for a dedicated mechanical closet, and keeps equipment concealed from primary living areas. The system combines a low-profile, ceiling-mounted design with inverter-driven heat pump performance and optional auxiliary heat capability, providing engineers and developers with a practical solution for buildings where space is at a premium. Full story »
Water Management Plan
Control Legionella in Potable Water Systems
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Understanding potable water system design components is critical for Legionella control. |
Use a comprehensive water management plan to layer a series of complementary control measures to protect occupants and visitors from exposure to Legionella. Full story »
today's news
Mantis Perform Elevates Data for FM Decisions
HOUSTON -- Mantis Innovation, a facility performance and energy efficiency consultant, has launched its next‑generation Perform platform, advancing how organizations understand, prioritize, and act on facility and energy data across their portfolios.
IKO Breaks Ground on $45M XPS Facility
BRANFORD, ON -- IKO, a provider of roofing, waterproofing and insulation for residential and commercial markets, has officially broken ground on its new extruded polystyrene (XPS) insulation manufacturing facility in Brantford, Ontario.
In Growth Mode CCS Enters Ohio, its 14th State
DENVER -- CCS Facility Services, a provider of janitorial and facility engineering solutions, has entered the Ohio market, its fourteenth state, further accelerating the company’s national reach.
Vectair Grows in Memphis, Joins Global Compact
MEMPHIS, TN -- Vectair, a developer of aircare, washroom hygiene, and odor control solutions, has relocated its Memphis operations to a new facility designed to support the company’s evolving business needs and long-term growth.
Ripple Effect of Drought Across U.S. Industries
VISTA, CA – As much as 50 percent of the U.S. may be experiencing drought conditions, directly affecting 150 million people across 48 states and nearly all industries in what is likely to be a long, dry summer.
Planon Builds Solution for Data Centers
BRAINTREE, MA -- Planon, a provider of sustainable building management software, has launched a purpose-built solution for data centers that brings together maintenance, compliance, asset lifecycle management, and energy-related workflows.














