In a rapidly evolving world, with new technology constantly emerging, it is imperative that schools, hospitals and other facilities remain as up to date as possible. One step that will help keep your facility from falling behind is the elapsed timer from Sapling for your digital clock. This simple device allows you to control the…
If you’ve had the chance to peruse the Sapling website outside of our blog section, you’ve seen countless resources on all things Sapling: videos, white papers, spec sheets, you name it! A click on the “Contact” page will reveal even more Sapling resources in the form of social media. Some may not realize how much…
Those who grew up in the public school system probably remember the nervous excitement they felt every year that it was time to leave their lower school behind and move on to a new facility. School districts are often made up of three or more levels of schooling, each of which has its own set…
When I was first introduced to the phrase “double mount housing” I was unfamiliar with its meaning and unsure of its function. If you are looking for a synchronized clock system, you may have come across these terms and have had similar doubts. Take a look at some of these double mount housing basics for…
If you are considering a wired clock system for your facility, the 2-wired Digital Master Clock System option with Sapling may be the best option for you. Take a look at the unique advantages of this system below. In addition to the written description, check out our video at the bottom to see a visual…
Picture a typical middle school gym class. You might be envisioning kids running around, a lot of noise being made, and variety of sports balls and equipment flying through the air. In the excitement of a game of waffle ball, red rover or tag, the room often exemplifies chaos and disorder. It’s with good reason…
As most Americans know, it’s no secret that US exports have significantly dropped in the past 30-40 years. Many of the manufacturing jobs that were seen in the textile, automotive, and technology industries have been sent overseas. With this dramatic economic shift in labor and goods, these days it’s rare to see a company stationed…
Do you work in a facility with a need for new or updated clock installations? Are you unsatisfied with your current or past clock companies and hesitant to continue working with them? Do you find that replacing parts is a frequent and costly endeavor? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then…
The activity in a hospital can often be fast-paced and unexpected, such as the many emergency situations that occur on a regular basis. To keep up with the level of urgency necessary in emergency situations, many hospitals have developed a code system to alert hospital personnel of changing circumstances. One code which you may have…
The phrase “Lower Hour” was the last thing you wanted to hear from our eighth grade teacher at the end of the day. Any classroom or recess misconduct was disciplined with our teacher’s creative after school detention program called “Lower Hour:” an hour after school with the head of our school maintenance staff, Mr. Lower.…
When I was first hired at The Sapling Company, I was greeted by the cheerful Human Resources Manager, Amy O’Brien. In addition to making new employees feel welcome, she assists them with any other necessary on-boarding tasks, such as paperwork and office tours. However, with all of the work that Amy puts into helping new…
For those of us in a four-season climate, winter happens. This year, for those of us on the east coast of the United States, winter happened much sooner than we could have expected. When I think of snow, I usually picture a mid-January, post-Christmas storm in which I am armed and ready to go with…
The fall is a particularly busy time of year. The kids are back in school and a number of holidays command our attention and energy. With all of these changes going on, it’s a wonder anyone can keep track of all of these details. To add to the list of changes, there is one other…
Networked solutions for hospitals, schools, airports, and many other facilities are becoming more commonplace as the benefits of this type of solution become more apparent. Having the ability to locate multiple systems on one platform has consolidated a lot of the work that building managers used to do with regards to maintenance, upkeep, and monitoring.…
During the fourteen months that I spent traveling in South America, some of the most memorable experiences occurred while waiting, sleeping, and people-watching at bus terminals. Bus transport is the most common form of transportation on the continent, as train infrastructure is lacking and airline prices are high. Due to the lack of other viable…
Have you ever finished a building project and realized that one component was overlooked? Have you ever been in a situation when the building owner has approached you after the completion of his or her building and asked you to install one more system or device? As a new building or infrastructure goes up, architects…