DATA CENTER COMMISSIONING | What is it? inc. Guideline
In today’s interconnected and data-driven world, data centers are the backbone of the modern digital landscape, where they house the systems and equipment that power … Read More
Commissioning
This category details information and articles that are related to commissioning activities for the MEP/HVAC and Building Services Systems.
BUILDING SYSTEMS MANUAL | How to Write One with Roles
The primary purpose of a Systems Manual is to act as a technical operations manual specifically tailored to a new or existing facility, serving as … Read More
SPRINKLER PIPEWORK | Pre-Commissioning Checklist
Sprinkler systems are essential to fire safety in buildings, and ensuring their proper functioning is crucial. To achieve this, the project team, comprising the client, … Read More
NFPA 13 SPRINKLER | Hydrostatic Testing Method with Template
If you refer to the Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, commonly known as ‘NFPA 13’, Section 29.2.1.1 notes: All new or modified sprinkler … Read More
LOW PRESSURE PNEUMATIC TEST | Prior to Hydraulic Testing
Pneumatic Pressure Testing, in this instance, is a non-destructive test used to prove the integrity of a pipework system or vessel before conducting a hydraulic … Read More
LESSONS LEARNED | Tips, Best Practices & Templates
Lessons learned form part of the overall construction/commissioning process that allows the team to document and share the insights, successes, challenges, mistakes, and recommendations gained … Read More
RFI vs RFQ vs RFP | Understanding the Differences
RFI’s, RFQ’s, and RFP’s are created, managed, and used during the design, construction, and commissioning processes to allow effective and efficient communication between various project … Read More
PUNCH LIST | Explained with Template
Allowing all project defects, issues and observations to be tracked, Punch Lists are an important tool. Here we run through what they are, when to deploy them and include example format that can be downloaded…
CALIBRATION CERTIFICATES | What they are and Why they Matter
A calibration certificate is a document issued by a calibration laboratory that verifies that a ‘measurement instrument’ or ‘system’ meets specific standards of accuracy and … Read More
COMMISSIONING PLAN | What, Why, When, How with Template
Once you have a good template, Commissioning Plans are quite easy and quick to create. In this article we explain | what they are, | when they are needed and | how to write – with downloadable template…
THE COMMISSIONING TEAM | Example Organigram for each stage
Within the pre-design stage of the commissioning process, there will be a requirement to ‘form/create’ the commissioning team to advise, deliver and aid the client … Read More
AIR HANDLING UNITS | All we need to know…
An air handling unit consists of multiple components, with its main function being the primary piece of equipment within a ventilation system, to take recirculated … Read More
BUILDING COMMISSIONING | Why it’s Important & Benefits…
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, building energy consumption worldwide increases yearly at about 2%. This is due to many factors, some being 1. … Read More
INSTALLATION vs. COMMISSIONING | A Quick Explanation…
What is the difference between installation/erection and commissioning? This question is asked quite frequently and is easy to explain. 🟧 INSTALLATION/ERECTION is the precursor to … Read More
4 DIFFERENT TYPES | of Building Commissioning
Within the construction industry, there are commonly FOUR different types of commissioning that are widely deployed and delivered, depending upon the type of project/building: Below … Read More
BUILDING COMMISSIONING | Linkedin Poll Results and Statistics
We thought it would be interesting to start a page to consolidate the polls and commissioning statistics we collect on Linkedin, so here it is; … Read More
AIR-COOLED CHILLER | Pre-Functional Checklist Template + Download
This air-cooled chiller checklist can be used and completed throughout the project and its different stages covering: Once the pre-functional checks have been completed, the … Read More
FREE SIGN-OFF CERTIFICATES | Level 0-6 Data Centre Commissioning + Download
Upon successful conclusion of each data center commissioning level [0-6], a final certificate must be issued to the client and project team confirming the level … Read More
LEVEL 6 – DATA CENTER Cx | Turnover & Handover
Level 6, managed by the CxP, closes out the Commissioning Process for the Data Center, transitioning the facility to the Building Operator…
LEVEL 5 – DATA CENTER Cx | Integrated Testing [IST]
Level 5 Integrated Testing is the final stage of onsite data center commissioning, where the Owners CxP conducts various tests and failure scenerio’s on the systems to ensure they operate inline with the design expectations…