FMLink, the comprehensive online magazine created in 1995 to inform and support facility management (FM) and built environment professionals in all types of commercial buildings and to advance the global FM and design profession, has been completely redesigned and reprogrammed. FMLink’s Education & Government pages and newsletter are powered by The McMorrow Reports. 

FMLink’s integration with The McMorrow Reports Facility Management & Design Insights, founded in 2004, deepens its reach to the architecture and design (A&D), construction, real estate and corporate planning communities while retaining its focus on operations and maintenance (O&M) management and building engineering services. Readers can search by Building Type, such as Education/Campus, Education Solutions & Campus Planning, Government & Public Spaces or R&D, Life Sciences, Labs to locate specific content that supports their job function.

The FMLink website and newsletters provide concise, actionable information and guidance on how to design, operate and maintain safe, sustainable, high-performance buildings, covering all aspects of building systems and interiors. The site offers access to 35,000+ pages covering U.S. and global news, codes and regulations, training and certification, and conferences and events, as well as cutting-edge products, services and technology, model case studies and white papers, and crucial reports and utility benchmarking data — with updates on a daily basis.

Founded in 1995 by Peter Kimmel, AIA, IFMA Fellow and a former FM, FMLink is now the world’s largest repository of facilities management news with informative updates about the industry, companies and organizations, products and services, conferences, events, and resources. McMorrow Report, LLC acquired friendly competitor FMLink in 2021. FMLink will be the primary brand and website going forward, issuing newsletters rotating through the FMLink News Digest and vertical segments Commercial, Education & Government, and Healthcare. Visit FMLink.

Mohawk Group’s Creative Terrain II Homogeneous Vinyl Tile (HVT) collection offers a durable, long-lasting, and visually refined flooring solution ideal for high-demand public spaces across a variety of commercial environments. This advanced flooring system features a seamless terrazzo-inspired appearance that contributes to a calming, sophisticated atmosphere, enhancing occupant well-being.

Engineered for extreme performance, Creative Terrain II is constructed with 100% homogeneous material, allowing scratches and stains to be buffed out and restored with ease. With exceptional dimensional stability and a 2,500 PSI load rating, it handles heavy rolling loads and continuous traffic effortlessly. Micro-squaring technology reduces dirt buildup between tiles, while heat-welded and flash-coved installations support hygienic, seamless transitions.

Proudly made in the USA, Creative Terrain II supports local economies and delivers reliable performance in the most challenging environments. It is free of heavy metals and orthophthalates, is FloorScore Certified for indoor air quality, and is fully recyclable through Mohawk Group’s ReCover program. Creative Terrain II is a smart, sustainable flooring choice, offering timeless design, resilient construction, and lasting impact for spaces that demand both function and aesthetics.

Sponsored by Mohawk Group

By Simon Soloff, president and co-founder of EnTech — When most people think of boilers, they think of their use during winter. However, in multifamily buildings, dorms and other commercial buildings, boiler systems play a crucial role year-round. Summer may bring longer days and higher temperatures, but hot water demand doesn’t go on vacation. Residents still need consistent access for showers, laundry, and dishwashing, even when heating isn’t top of mind. This is why a smart boiler control system is crucial for cutting costs and optimizing energy use in a multifamily dwelling during the warmer months.

If your apartment complex doesn’t use a smart boiler system, you can be missing out on a ton of energy and cost savings. As the president and co-founder of EnTech, a leading innovator in smart energy solutions for multifamily properties, I have witnessed firsthand how smart boilers can keep your building running efficiently throughout the summer, helping you lower operating costs, reduce your carbon footprint, and avoid unnecessary system wear, all without compromising resident satisfaction. Here is what to keep in mind. Read more . . .

Odyssey, a new family of seating, is designed with a sleek, contemporary metal frame and a beautifully curved form. Odyssey is the culmination of Integra’s quest to rethink what a guest chair can be. The design journey began with the goal of creating truly distinctive guest seating that elevates a space while offering the exceptional strength and durability for which Integra is known. Starting with one of the key design features, the wrap-around design with its organic and continuous curved shape serves both aesthetic and functional purposes. The sleek form, capped with solid surface material in myriad color options, creates visual elegance, along with an integrated handle for unmatched function and cleanability. The curve of the back is carefully sculpted to provide optimal lumbar support, with a striking silhouette.

Odyssey was meticulously engineered with Integra’s DNA blueprint of comfortable seating with component-based construction and a minimum 1200 lb. static capacity. Yet even with that superior strength, the minimalist aesthetic of the slim profile and tapered legs gives it a light, airy appearance that integrates beautifully into any space. Read more . . .

Sponsored by Integra

By Grant Sommerfeld (for FMJ) — Despite dealing with aging infrastructure, deferred maintenance and rising expectations, facility leaders in education often struggle with making the case for strategic investment in the learning environment. To strengthen their case to administration, FMs must clearly present rationale, language and tools to win support and funding.

“Do not ask for money to fix pipes — ask for money to protect student learning, avoid emergency shutdowns and preserve institutional credibility.”

The urgency of educational infrastructure investment

Educational institution FM is no longer simply a matter of fixing leaky roofs or aging boilers. The condition of educational facilities is directly tied to student performance, staff retention and institutional credibility. Research from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that over 50 percent of American public-school districts need to update or replace multiple building systems. In Canada, the situation is similarly pressing.

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Vinyl Composition Tile (VCT) from AHF Products — available under the Armstrong Flooring and AHF Contract brands — has been a trusted flooring solution in commercial spaces like schools, retail, and main street environments for nearly 80 years. As the only domestic VCT manufacturer, AHF Products offers more than 100 color options, making it a go-to for designers seeking performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness. 

More customers are returning to VCT for its reliability and versatile design palette. AHF now backs its VCT with an extended warranty: up to 20 years standard or up to 30 years when paired with its Strong System — a suite of subfloor preparation products built for high-demand commercial applications. Combining vibrant color with exceptional durability, these floors are built to look great for years to come. Explore more at UnexpectedlyCreative.

Sponsored by AHF Products

Framery, a global provider of office pods, recently announced Framery One Lounge, a new interior layout option for its bestselling Framery One pod. With its new custom sofa, the pod becomes an oasis, offering the work-from-home benefits of privacy and comfort right in the office. Building on the success of Framery One as a go-to for focused tasks and calls, Framery One Lounge replaces the standard stool and adjustable desk with an ergonomic sofa and fixed-height table. An optional monitor mount further enhances its functionality, making it ideal for video calls and focused screen work. Coupled with optimized lighting and acoustics, Framery One Lounge provides a clean, spacious, and supportive environment within a minimal office footprint.



Framery One Lounge won both the People’s Choice Award and the Business Impact Award in the Acoustics and Privacy: Work Pods category of the Best of NeoCon 2025 competition at NeoCon 2025.  Read more . . .

Baltimore Aircoil Company (BAC), a global leader in cooling solutions for industrial, manufacturing, commercial and refrigeration markets, has launched QuickCross replacement fill kits, a new option for crossflow cooling towers designed to provide customers with a fast, cost-effective solution for fill replacement needs.

Cooling towers efficiently reject heat from condenser water and industrial processes. Maintaining the fill media — the heart of where heat transfer occurs — is crucial for energy efficiency and operating cost savings. QuickCross replacement fill kits are designed to meet evolving customer needs by offering a fast alternative for situations where rapid fill replacement is critical and budget constraints are a priority. Engineered for expedited installation, QuickCross kits minimize downtime, allowing customers to quickly restore operations with fill kits for select Series 3000 cooling towers available with one-week shipping. Read more . . .

The Construction Management section of FMLink Books offers a wide range of manuals, checklists and professional references on construction, leadership, strategy, and business management for architects, engineers, contractors and more!

Construction Management books examine all facets of construction project management from the contractor’s point of view, while checklists make it easy to perform thorough and complete field inspections of any construction project. Must-have reference guides at FMLink Books cover the responsibilities of project managers, construction superintendents and construction engineers in depth, from configuring a project team through closing out a project. 

This collection of peer-reviewed books has been curated by the editorial team at FMLink to provide facilities, engineering and A&D professionals with access to publications relating to Construction Management.

See all Construction Management titles for sale at FMLink Books.