Technology
Amerlux Introduces Beautifying LED Lamp
The High Bay 202 pendant has a color rendering index of up to 90, which enhances customers’ perception of colors for fresh grocery products as well as clothing.
JLL Spark Buys CRE Software Company
The San Francisco-based firm purchased a software-as-a-service real estate technology platform that, among other things, lets investors manage their portfolios’ performance.
Bluon Energy Debuts HVAC/R Solution
In response to stricter regulations, the company teamed up with mechanical contractors to develop a cost-effective, energy-efficient new refrigerant.
CRE Tech Sector Headed for Defining Moment
2017 proved an active year in commercial real estate technology, according to CREtech’s 2017 End-Year Report, and greater advances are on the horizon as the sector nears a tipping point in its lifecycle.
U.S. DOE Office Would Boost Anti-Cyber Attack Strategies
Proposed in the Trump Administration’s budget, the Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security and Emergency Response would research and develop strategies to protect the U.S. power grid.
ComEd Goes For Gold in Bronzeville
The Chicago utility’s $25 million microgrid project could pave the way for advances in power reliability.
Why AI Won’t Replace the Facilities Team
BuildingIQ’s Steve Nguyen discusses the most common misconceptions about artificial intelligence and the most frequent roadblocks in the adoption of the Internet of Things within the commercial real estate industry.
SMARTRealty Launches Contract Platform & ICO
The smart contracts can be utilized for buying and selling assets, tracking payments, arranging rental contracts and setting the terms of an agreement.
MaxLite Debuts 5 Energy Savers
The lighting manufacturer’s latest offerings include the MaxLite HP Pendant, Eco High Bay Linear and MaxLite Lamp Ready Track.
Are You Ready for ENERGY STAR® 2.0?
With changes to ENERGY STAR® for commercial buildings fast approaching, here’s how to make sure your property meets the higher bar.








