Building Management and Maintenance Concepts

The video discusses the challenges of managing office buildings and introduces the Maryland Department of General Services' (DGS) new system for monitoring building equipment. This system uses sensors to collect data on equipment status, allowing for predictive and preventive maintenance. By analyzing data trends, potential issues can be identified and addressed before they become costly problems. The system aims to shift building management from reactive to proactive, increasing equipment lifespan, saving energy, and reducing costs. The DGS system represents a significant advancement in building management, improving service and saving taxpayer money.

What is a major consequence of equipment failure in office buildings?

• Disruption and high expenses

• Increased employee productivity

• Improved building aesthetics

• Reduced maintenance costs

What has the Maryland Department of General Services implemented to monitor building equipment?

• Manual inspection routines

• Remote technology monitoring

• Increased staffing

• Monthly maintenance checks

What type of data do the sensors collect from building equipment?

• Temperature, vibration, and humidity

• Employee attendance

• Color and shape

• Sound and light levels

How do handheld diagnostic tools assist in equipment maintenance?

• Through manual data entry

• By sending alerts to smartphones

• Through infrared and ultrasound scans

• By providing real-time video feeds

What is a key advantage of predictive maintenance?

• Increased downtime

• More frequent equipment failures

• Higher energy consumption

• Proactive problem prevention

What is the role of QR codes in building management?

• To display advertisements

• To provide unique identifiers for equipment

• To enhance building security

• To track employee movements

What was the cost-saving result of the predictive maintenance at the Catonsville Courthouse?

• Saved $600

• Saved $700

• Saved $7,000

• Saved $60

What is the primary goal of the DGS computerized maintenance management system?

• To reduce employee numbers

• To enhance building aesthetics

• To increase building size

• To improve customer service and save money

How does predictive maintenance affect the lifespan of equipment?

• Decreases lifespan

• Has no effect

• Makes equipment obsolete

• Increases lifespan

What is a significant benefit of using sensors in building management?

• Real-time status monitoring

• Higher operational costs

• Increased manual labor

• Decreased data availability