Plumbing

Choosing the Right Facility Assessment for Your Healthcare Facility

Healthcare facilities don’t stand still. Systems age, care models evolve, portfolios expand, and capital priorities shift. Whether you’re preparing for growth, acquiring a hospital or clinic, or trying to make smarter long-term decisions about existing assets, having a clear picture of facility performance matters. You may be wondering: Do we have hidden infrastructure risks? Are our buildings keeping up with where our organization is headed? What will need…

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The Top 3 Design Trends in Airport Luxury Lounges

Airports aren’t just a utilitarian pit stop in a traveler’s journey from point A to point B. They’re part of the experience. As leisure travel rises, so does the demand for an experiential airport. Leisure travelers often arrive earlier and stay longer, needing environments that create welcoming and memorable experiences. The lounge experience is tiered with a push for more accessible lounges and a push for more indulgent…

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Encompassing Campus: How to Manage a Portfolio of Buildings

College campuses encompass a lot of needs. They need to deliver the best environments for learning, from adaptable classrooms to innovative laboratories. They need to deliver athletic facilities that nurture student athletes and top-of-the-line venues for them to achieve in. They house students, offices, and a wide variety of facilities all with their own unique…

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Blending Higher Education and Advanced Manufacturing

Look up. You probably see some ceiling tiles and a few overhead lights if you’re reading from your desk. For the students, visitors, and industrial partners at the Robert W. Plaster Center for Advanced Manufacturing (Plaster) at Ozarks Technical Community College, they see a facility at work. With exposed heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC),…

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Tailoring MEP Services for Fitness Facilities

Designing high-performance fitness facilities requires more than strong branding and quality equipment. Behind every successful gym and boutique fitness studio is a carefully engineered system of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure that supports the experience fitness enthusiasts expect. As contrast therapies like infrared saunas, steam rooms, and cold plunge pools grow in popularity, the importance of tailored MEP services in fitness facilities has never been greater. Unlike traditional big-box gyms, boutique fitness spaces…

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From Clicked to Shipped: Powering Automated Warehouses

While consumers simply “Add to Cart,” a sophisticated world of automation powers every step between online ordering and doorstep delivery. Retailers today rely on a vast network of robotics, data-driven controls, and energy-efficient systems to keep pace with surging demand – making automation the backbone of modern retail. With online sales surpassing $1.3 trillion in 2024, fulfillment centers are…

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Navigating Retail Complexities: Westfield World Trade Center

Take the coordination and communication it takes to manage a project successfully. Multiply that by 15 retail spaces. Add an immense level of security, stringent Port Authority regulations, and one very hard deadline. That’s what the Henderson Engineers and HNY Consulting Engineers team accomplished back in 2016 when Westfield World Trade Center originally opened. Today,…

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Recovering from Severe Winter Weather – Now What?

Winter storms can put even the most well-designed facilities to the test. Freezing temperatures, high winds, and heavy snow can strain building systems, disrupt operations, and create safety risks for occupants and staff. For owners and facility managers, the best defense is a proactive plan. Preparing your buildings now before the first storm hits helps…

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Engineering Eatertainment: Building Systems Design in Food Forward Entertainment

As restaurant and entertainment, or eatertainment, venues evolve to improve their customer experience, our team continues to adapt and enhance strategies to deliver innovative solutions. Whether transforming existing spaces into tenant-ready locations for entertainment or designing new venues, combining creativity and technical expertise to meet the unique demands of the industry is becoming the norm…

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What’s Inside the (Demising) Walls? Navigating MEP and Acoustic Nuances in Commercial Leases

When leasing commercial space, clients often focus on exterior factors such as location, square-footage, and surrounding demographics. However, overlooking critical aspects like mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, as well as acoustic assemblies, can lead to significant costs down the road, especially when repurposing a space for a new use. For instance, transitioning a retail…

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Deciphering the Principles of Computational Thinking

Listen to an AI-generated, text-to-speech version of this article. When you hear the term “computational thinking,” it’s easy to assume it’s a complex and intricate subject reserved for computer programmers and software developers. This common misinterpretation of “computational” has led to misconceptions and feelings of intimidation. However, computational thinking (CT) is not a labyrinth of…

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Henderson’s Healthcare Industry Takeaways from 2023 Fall Conference Season

Team Henderson’s health sector hit the conference trail this fall to connect with industry leaders, share best practices, and discuss what’s next in healthcare design. Russ Carter, inpatient practice director at Henderson Engineers, and Greg Johnson, business development director at Henderson Building Solutions, attended the 39th annual FPC Seminar + Expo. The event brings Florida’s…

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