Facilities Focus

Outdated key sign-out systems increase security risk and non-compliance with FERPA regulations. Keys secured and tracked in an electronic key control system eliminate costs for rekeying and replacing stolen school assets. Authorized users are assigned to specific keys, which are quickly available when system credentials are verified. An accountability audit trail is always available for every key transaction and user.

The AGF COLLECTANDRAIN Model 5500 encases the sprinkler system’s auxiliary drain in a temperature-controlled cabinet and features motorized supply and drain valves that operate according to NFPA 13, automatically. Protect your system from freeze-ups while streamlining your maintenance by upgrading vulnerable auxiliary drains with a Model 5500 and stop the yearly cycle of replacing them.

Enhance outdoor spaces with the new Long-Range Wireless Switch from Intermatic. Our simple control makes it easy to turn landscape lights, pool lighting, and other outdoor lighting loads ON and OFF with the push of a button. The wireless solution offers built-in 915 MHz wireless technology and an impressive range of 400 ft, saving homeowners the hassle of going outside to manually flip light switches.

Join EC&M’s Code Change Conference this December in Seattle or January in Boston. Two days of expert-led training to keep electricians, contractors, inspectors, and engineers up to speed on major NEC updates.