>>PGA - The Facility Design & Management     Company (Since 1981)

Outsourcing Facility Management Services?  We can help you... Welcome to the PGA Facilities Design And Management Company ( A division of The Yellow Page Corporation).  Since 1981 we've planned, designed and managed more than one billion dollars worth of architectural and engineering projects in the USA, Canada, Europe, Africa, Asia and the Middle East. As you know, outsourcing is one of the most effective ways for major corporations to better manage their facilities, stay competitive and boost their bottom line in today's marketplace. Please feel free to contact us herel for a free one hour consultation...

We Specialize In Facility Management Services Such As: Feasibility Studies Facility Project Management Architectural & Engineering Design Space Planning Property Management Long Range Strategic Facilities Planning Click here for a free one facility management consultation:

"We see better solutions...by design" Team Players: We know how to build relationships in order to work with you as a team player to find better solutions Experience: Over 100 years of combined experience Knowledge: Knowledge is power...we share with you what we have learned over the years Vision: The way we see things...based on experience and knowledge Best practices:  We draw on a wealth of research to find the best practices being used by major corporation

Facility Management Magazines

• Bizsites - online complement to Plants Sites and Parks magazine, providing location strategies for corporate relocation, expansion management and area development.
• Buildings Online - intended for professionals who construct, modernize, renovate, and manage commercial/institutional.
• Business Facilities - a specialized monthly business magazine written for top national and international corporate real estate executives.
• Corporate Compass - quarterly publication specializing in corporate expansion and location strategies. Also provides business consultancy services for informational technology, semiconductor, and telecommunication industry.
• Facilities Design & Management - written for facilities managers and decision makers responsible for their corporate and institutional environments.
• Facility Management & Maintenance - information regarding facility management, maintenance, buildings and grounds, and physical plant.
• Location Strategies - helping executives in retail and service industry find new locations for their businesses.
• Web Directory: Business Facilities Magazines

Facility Management Education

• Arizona State University Facilities Management
• University of Arkansas Physical Plant
• Biola University Physical Plant
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology Department of Physical Plant
• New York State Association for Superintendents of School Buildings and Grounds
• Northwestern University Physical Plant
• Ohio State University Department of Physical Facilities
• Penn State Facilities Engineering Institute
• St. Olaf College Facilities Department
• Temple University Facilities Management
• Texas A&M University Physical Plant Department
• University of California at Irvine - Facilities Management
• University of Connecticut Health Center Facilities Management
• University of Idaho Department of Facilities Management
• University of Kentucky Physical Plant Department
• University of Michigan Plant Operations
• University of South Carolina Facilities Management
• University of Washington Engineering Services
• University of Wisconsin Department of Engineering

Facility Management Government Websites

• Federal Emergency Management Agency
• FedStats
• National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration
• U.S. Department of Education
• U.S. Department of Energy
• U.S. Department of Justice
• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Facility Management Associations

• Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute
• American Association of School Administrators
• American Gas Association
• American Institute of Architects
• American Society for Health Care Engineering
• American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers
• American Society of Mechanical Engineers
• Association for Facilities Engineering
• Association of Cogeneration, Boiler and Refrigeration Professionals
• Association of Energy Engineers
• Association of Higher Education Facilities Officers (APPA)
• Association of School Business Officials
• Building Owners and Managers Association International (BOMA)
• Door Hardware Institute
• Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IES)
• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
• International Facility Management Association
• International Maintenance Institute
• International Sanitary Supply Association
• International Society of Facilities Executives
• Lighting Research Center
• National Fire Protection Association
• National Safety Council
• National School Boards Association
• National School Supply & Equipment Association
• Society for College and University Planning
• The Carpet and Rug Institute
• The Single Ply Roofing Institute

Facility Management Articles

• Fine-Tuning Your ADA Knowledge
  A closer look at some of the main areas of ADA.
• The Ins & Outs Of ADA Signage
  An overview of the ADA law with regard to signage and how to bring your facility into compliance.

• Data Collection Techniques For CAD Drawings: A Comparison
  Examines the different techniques used to create CAD drawings.

• Preparing To Implement CMMS At Your Facility
  The data you feed your CMMS will determine the quality and accuracy of the reports generated.
• CMMS: The 8 Key Elements To Look For In Maintenance Software
  This article provides detailed information on what facility managers should look for when purchasing a CMMS.
• Communication And Support Through CMMS
  Discusses the intricate reporting capabilities CMMS offers and how these reports will save your staff time and money.
• Enhancing CMMS By Assigning Measurable Objectives
  How to incorporate your CMMS into your overall FM strategy.
• Frustrated By CMMS
  Three steps to ease your pain.
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• Growing Pains: It Is No Simple Task For Products Such As Exit Devices To Comply With ADA Guidelines
  Examines how exit devices are being brought into compliance with ADA.
• ADA And Door Hardware
  A review of the ADA law with regard to door hardware.
• Barrier-Free Washrooms
  Low-energy operators offer a straightforward, "readily achievable" solution to a common problem found in many accessibility-related bathroom retrofit projects.
• Systems Approach To Delayed Exit
  Delayed exit system characteristics are reviewed.
• Sidestepping Abuse: A Look At Lever Trim That Can Deter Vandalism
  Lever trim that gives way instead of taking the abuse.

• Seven Things Facility Managers Must Know About Ice Melters
  Seven key points to take into consideration when purchasing ice melting chemicals.
• The Six-Step Sidewalk Survey: How To Evaluate, Repair & Save Money On Your Sidewalks
  How to protect your facility from sidewalk liability.

• Considerations To Prevent Growth And Spread Of Legionella In HVAC Systems
  Discusses what steps need to be taken to prevent the growth of Legionella Pneumophila.
• Refrigerant 8-Ball Questions Testing Your Refrigerant Plan
  Establishing a good strategic refrigeration management plan requires that the execution of that plan remain dynamic.
• Investing In Energy Efficiency: A Proven Strategy For Reducing Operating Costs
  The EPA's ENERGY STAR® Buildings and Green Lights® Programs provide organizations with an effective, profitable strategy to eliminate wasted energy from their facilities.
• Cleaning Ducts And Ventilation Systems
  A how to article with regard to cleaning your facility's duct systems.
• Evaluating Alternative Refrigerants: A Guide To The Criteria For Refrigerant Selection
  The mandated phase-out of CFC refrigerants has brought many educational and health care facility managers face-to-face with a difficult question: Which new refrigerant is the best choice for the future?
• Air Conditioning: Winter Prep Means Preventive Maintenance
  Facility managers need to take the time to prepare their air conditioning systems for the upcoming operating season by adhering to the preventive maintenance guidelines presented in this article.
• Indoor Air Quality Concerns
  Discusses Sick Building Syndrome and how facility managers can identify and correct IAQ problems.
• Maintaining Steam Traps
  How to set up a maintenance program for steam traps that can pay for itself in less than a year.
• The Money Leaking From The Mechanical Room: A Practical Guide To Addressing Chiller Leaks
  Explains the importance of leak prevention and specification of advanced chiller design.
• Improving Your School's Indoor Air Quality :Profitably
  Methods that benefit both occupants and operating costs.
• Indoor Air Quality In Existing Facilities
  Steps to take when formulating and IAQ Management Plan.
• Indoor Air Quality: Filtering Out The Facts
  Source-capture versus room cleaning systems.
• Minimizing Refrigerant Emissions in HVAC Systems
  Actions a facility manager should take when implementing a leak management program.
• Advantages of Vertical Configuration Unit Ventilators
  VCUV's are an option for a cost effective means to meet current ventilation requirements.

• Compact Fluorescents: The Choice Of A New Generation
  Explains the various types and correct applications for installing compact fluorescent lamps.
• First PCBs, Now DEHP Ballasts
  How to properly dispose of DEHP ballasts without being Superfund liable.
• Conscientious Disposal: Be Informed When Disposing Of Fluorescent Lighting Ballasts And Lamps
  Examines the correct procedures for lamp and ballast disposal.
• Winning With LED Exit Sign Technology
  Explains the difference between incandescent, compact fluorescent and light-emitting diode (LED) exit signs.
• The ABCs Of Classroom Lighting Upgrades
  Strategies offering significant potential for reducing operating and maintenance costs are addressed.
• EPA Green Lights Update
  A review of the programs success through its' first seven years and what is required of participants.
• Fixture Replacement: Is There An Easier Way?
  It is possible to upgrade fluorescent lighting systems to achieve desired efficiency and visual comfort without having to replace the luminaire. However, it can be more cost-effective to purchase and install new, energy-efficient luminaires rather than to "rebuild" existing luminaires. We examine both scenarios.
• 3 Year Study Shows Up To 10% Savings In Lighting Costs Through Simple Cleaning Of Lighting Fixtures
  An easy way to preserve your bottom line.
• Simple Steps To Energy Savings
  Prepare to face an uncertain future by controlling energy costs.

• The Importance Of Floor Maintenance
  Takes a closer look at floor and rug cleaning machines and discusses what factors should be considered before purchasing.
• Grit Control: The Down And Dirty
  Use of walk-off mats and regular polishing and soil removal is the best route to a long-lasting, safe and attractive floor.
• Working Together For A Common Goal: Cleaning For Health
  Consolidating cleaning products and procedures makes your maintenance department more efficient.

• Preparing For An Emergency: A Step-By-Step Approach
  Reveals 6 steps facility managers should take when creating a master emergency (disaster) plan for their institution.
• Techniques For Choosing The Correct Locker System
  Characteristics and features that facility managers should look for when purchasing locker systems.
• Facility Planning: How To Select A Design Professional
  Using the QBS Process rather than straight bidding.

• Roof System EPDM Shrinkage
  What facility managers should look for when inspecting their EPDM roof.
• Metal Retrofit Roofing Advantages
  Presents the case for installing a metal roofing system when reroofing a facility.
• Time To Check Your Roof
  Provides suggestions on who facility managers should put in charge of conducting roof inspections.
• How To Respond To Roof Leaks
  Methods for handling roof leaks and how to get manufacturers and/or contractors to fix leaks.
• Factors In The Selection Of Flexible Sheet Membrane Roof Systems
  Items facility managers must take into consideration when selecting a single ply roofing system.
• Roofing Maintenance
  Detailed recommendations on how to begin and continue to conduct roof inspections.

• Understanding An Access Control System
  Discusses various product features and what facility managers should look for.
• Specifying Your Access Control System
  A closer look at access control components.
• Is Biometric Access Control Right For You?
  Examines different types of biometric systems and their components.