InsightsKey Design Trends in K-12 Facilities for 2023Salas O’Brien shares the top design priorities for creating safe, healthy, and secure K-12 schools. From cutting-edge security systems to sustainable design, we examine the latest trends and best practices in engineering safe and secure schools that support student success.Read More
InsightsKey Design Trends in K-12 Facilities for 2023Salas O’Brien shares the top design priorities for creating safe, healthy, and secure K-12 schools. From cutting-edge security systems to sustainable design, we examine the latest trends and best practices in engineering safe and secure schools that support student success.Read More
Insights5 key considerations for hygienic process design in manufacturingHygienic production facilities are among the most expensive types of manufacturing facilities, but the costs of not getting them right can be even higher.Read More
InsightsThe growing concern of PFAS contamination: regulatory updates, risk assessments, and future solutionsPFAS is a major global environmental and health concern, with mounting evidence of its hazardous effects on humans and the environment. Governments and regulatory bodies are taking action, and engineers are critical to solving the issue. In this article, we'll cover the latest regulatory updates on PFAS, discuss the importance of risk assessments, highlight future solutions, and share how Salas O'Brien is developing to tackle this growing problem.Read More
InsightsBuilding science: creating resilience in harsh environmentsBuildings in harsh environments face risks like extreme temperatures, high winds and rain, corrosive exposure, and seismic activity. Building science offers solutions to address these challenges. Read More
InsightsEngineering Solutions for Aging Healthcare FacilitiesHealthcare projects are the most expensive building types and operations today. Improving how the building works and ensuring that the long-term operation is efficient pays dividends that matter. This article highlights how Salas O’Brien is helping facility managers and hospital administrators improve performance and save money.Read More
InsightsDeep retrofits: going beyond the basics of going greenDeep retrofits are advanced strategies to help institutions further reduce their natural resource consumption, lower their carbon footprint, and become great corporate citizens.Read More
InsightsSavings, resilience, and sustainability: the electrification of healthcare facilitiesHealthcare facilities are moving from technologies that rely on fossil fuels to more sustainable alternatives—electrification—to create the next leap forward in efficiency, cost savings, sustainability, and resilience. Read More
InsightsAdaptive Reuse Revolution – How Technology is Reshaping the Future of Existing BuildingsSalas O’Brien, with teams specializing in consulting and engineering for adaptive reuse transformations, shares six strategies forward-focused clients use to change the dynamic of their spaces.Read More
InsightsEnergy for military installations: 4 strategies for enhancing resilienceSalas O’Brien is serving military clients helping them achieve resilience and maintain critical power through strategic initiatives. Read More
InsightsHow current market trends are impacting engineering decisions for hotels & resortsWith changing consumer trends and the need to stay competitive, smart engineering is becoming increasingly important for hotels and resorts.Read More
InsightsWhy commissioning is critical for healthcare facilitiesCommissioning can result in benefits such as improved indoor air quality, energy efficiency, and overall building performance. This article explores the return on investment for hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Read More
InsightsDesign for data centers: effective strategies for a rapidly transforming futureWith the rapid pace of technological change, the requirements for data centers are evolving requiring architects and consulting engineers to continually innovate. This article highlights considerations and current trends in design for data centers.Read More