Technical Expertise

There’s Levels to It: Why Vertical Transportation Matters in Healthcare

Facility operators and owners often focus on clinical capabilities and patient care when planning for growth, but infrastructure tells a compelling story of long-term performance. Elevators and escalators, also known as Vertical Transportation (VHT) systems play a central role in how hospitals operate, respond and deliver care but are among the most misunderstood systems in the healthcare environment. Facility managers who understand their systems, address risks early, and take a proactive approach to position…

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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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Keep HVAC Running Smoothly During High Demand

It’s getting colder. It’s getting hotter. With climate change, the extremes are becoming more extreme. Facilities will need to face these extremes head on to keep maintenance, budgets, and comfort stable. Over the past decade, the stretching of the polar vortex, which normally traps cold air in the Arctic region in a ribbon of high-altitude,…

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Remodeling? Emergency Generators, Code Compliance Explained

Proper operation of a facility’s emergency life-safety systems is critical for occupant safety. Some may think an old generator and associated wiring systems can be used without any upgrades. However, old installations often don’t comply with current codes and standards, endangering occupants and exposing owners to legal liability if the system fails to perform in…

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What You Don’t Hear in the Built Environment

From the hush of a library to the echoing grandeur of a cathedral, acoustics quietly shape how we experience the built environment. Sound does more than fill a space; it defines it. It can often be an invisible layer of design, but its effects are tangible. The way voices carry in an open-plan office, how traffic noise filters into a classroom, or how music resonates…

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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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Fire Protection Services for Cold Storage Solutions

Walking through rows of frozen food items, fire hazards aren’t usually the first thing on someone’s mind. But just because a space is cold doesn’t mean there isn’t a risk of fire. Corrugated cartons, plastic film liners, and pallets can add fuel to fires, robotics can move a fire around a storage array, and new…

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Refrigeration Reimagined – Cooler Systems, Cleaner Future

World Refrigeration Day underscores a pressing truth: refrigeration is essential to modern life. At Henderson, we know refrigeration plays an important role in preserving food, protecting vaccines, and enabling safe industrial processes. But behind these vital services lies a growing climate challenge. Refrigeration systems, if not properly designed and managed, contribute significantly to greenhouse gas…

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Protecting People and Power: Why Arc Flash and Electrical Studies Are Essential for Facility Owners

When it comes to the long-term safety and reliability of your building portfolio, Team Henderson understands the biggest risks aren’t always visible. Arc flash hazards and uncoordinated circuit breakers may not dominate boardroom conversations, but their consequences can be devastating, ranging from catastrophic equipment failures, personnel injuries, prolonged downtime, legal liabilities, to permanent operational damage….

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Baird Center Expansion Delivers on Social, Environmental, and Economic Benefits with LEED Gold Certification

Team Henderson understands the importance of designing spaces that incorporate flexibility and sustainable features for a bright, clean future while enhancing the end user’s experience. The expanded and renovated Baird Center in Milwaukee, WI, reached a new milestone by earning a gold certification in the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design…

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Computational Tool Development for Computational Designers

Listen to an AI-generated, text-to-speech version of this article. The development of computational design tools is rapidly transforming the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. As digital technologies continue to evolve, the ability to encapsulate domain expertise and design principles into software applications has become a game-changer. These computational design tools automate complex tasks, optimize…

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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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