More than ever before, building commissioning is a vital component of any new construction, renovation or expansion. Gone are the days when buildings only housed high-tech gadgets. Modern facilities now incorporate high-end technologies on every floor and they’re an integral part of almost every building system. These systems may include heating and air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, safety equipment and security systems.We specialize in bringing together a small group of engineers committed to the goal of helping buildings work better. This process is commonly referred to as building commissioning. Building commissioning provides a comprehensive approach to quality assurance for the entire infrastructure of a building.Combining years of mechanical, plumbing and electrical design experience with a special emphasis on ensuring energy efficient operation for both new and existing buildings, we focus on refining the methods that ensure successful design, construction and operation of our clients’ buildings. Commissioning ensures a new facility begins its life cycle at optimal productivity with all systems operating as intended.The impact of new regulations on Fundamental CommissioningRecently, the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) outlined specific Mechanical and Electrical Commissioning requirements. According to the code, commissioning should be completed by either a “registered design professional” or an “approved agency.” However, according to the commissioning definition, we cannot commission a project we have designed. Therefore, we will recommend one of many excellent approved agencies to complete the process for you.In general, these requirements apply to buildings 16,000 square feet and larger based on 400 square feet per ton for mechanical and 5,000 square feet automatic control requirement for electrical. However, each unique project is individually evaluated to determine whether or not it falls within the code parameters.The exceptions to this code are those projects less than 40 tons cooling capacity and 600 MBH combined space heating and domestic hot water heating input. Also excluded are systems that serve individual dwelling units and sleeping units.