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Halcom Consulting llc Sustainability Consulting & Commissioning 2917 Carlisle NE Suite 109 Albuquerque, New Mexico p. 505-872-0990 f. 505-872-0728. Halcom Consulting llc. BUILDING COMMISSIONING – WHAT IS IT?
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Halcom Consulting llc Sustainability Consulting & Commissioning 2917 Carlisle NE Suite 109 Albuquerque, New Mexico p. 505-872-0990 f. 505-872-0728
HalcomConsultingllc BUILDING COMMISSIONING – WHAT IS IT? -The systematic process of ensuring that building systems (e.g. HVAC, lighting, etc.) are designed, built and operated as intended (and/or as necessary for current use) - A total quality management (TQM) approach to the building construction process, where enforced processes lead to overall reduced costs and better performance
Objectives of Building Commissioning • “New” comprehensive documentation of • owner’s project requirements • basis of design decisions and strategies • tests to verify system performance • training for building operation and maintenance
Total Building Commissioning • …to ensure that the performance of the facility and its systems meet the functional and operational needs of the owner and occupants.
Owners Project Requirements • Owners functional requirements for the building. Includes budgets, limitations,schedules and owner directives. • Begins with owner's goals and less tangible needs. • Boiled down to qualitative and quantitative statements.
Basis of Design (BOD) • Implementation of OPR: rationale and assumptions for calculations, decisions, schemes and systems. • Written Narrative: General approach and pro's and con's of options. • Rationale: Safety factors, diversities and technical specifications.
Commissioning Plan • Communications Tool: • Overview of the project • Roles and Responsibilities • Communication Protocols • Outline the Cx Process • Schedule
Commissioned Systems • 0. General Procedures NIBS & ASHRAE • 1. HVAC & R Systems ASHRAE • 2. Structural Systems ASCE • 3. Enclosure Systems NIBS • 4. Interior Systems
Commissioned Systems • 5. Plumbing Systems ASPE • 6. Lighting Systems IES • 7. Electrical Systems NECA • 8. Fire Protection Systems NFPA • 9. Telecommunications Systems
Pre-Functional Tests • Static inspection and procedures that confirm that systems and equipment are ready for operation. • This is where the point to point checkout of the control system is initiated.
Functional Tests • Dynamic testing of systems and equipments, under operating conditions. • Tests sequence of operation, responses and interlocks with other systems. • Documentation of results.
Training • O & M Manuals and warranties • Training, Training and Training • Training Scope • Training documentation • Tailored to the audience • Enhanced Training
Halcom Consulting llc Sustainability Consulting & Commissioning 2917 Carlisle NE Suite 109 Albuquerque, New Mexico p. 505-872-0990 f. 505-872-0728