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Tag: Mechanical
Key design considerations for designing the smart patient room
Most of us have fully integrated technology into our lifestyles with smartphones, smartwatches, tablets, and AI home devices like Amazon’s Echo and Google Home. Unfortunately, such technology isn’t often adapted to the patient and caregiver experience.
Does my industrial facility need a DHA?
NFPA 652-19 has a flow chart, frequently used by industry professionals like those at IMEG, that can determine if your industrial or processing facility needs to conduct a DHA and guidelines on how to properly document it.
Future forward system considerations for your new senior living facility
The ongoing health crisis is highlighting the need to change how senior care facilities are designed to improve outcomes for residents who are at a high risk of contracting infectious diseases like COVID-19.
Who is championing HIT for your design project and why is it so important?
A Healthcare Information Technology Champion can provide valuable insight into a project and serve as a liaison between the design team, owners, and more.
Snow load: Is your roof at risk?
The ASCE7 codes for snow and rain loads provide guidance for designing buildings to withstand heavy snow loads.
Have a fear of missing out? RPM can ensure you won’t
Early analysis of MEP and key systems through rapid performance modeling can provide energy and cost savings for owners.
Storm shelter design critical for essential facilities and school safety
By Heather Heidenreich and Kelly Altes Tornado ratings Tornado intensity is rated by the Enhanced Fujita Scale based on estimated wind speed and related damage. The scale ranges from EF-0 (65-85 MPH with some light damage to roofs and siding) to EF-5 (200+ MPH where well-constructed homes are leveled and swept away). Two EF-5 tornados
