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Commissioning occurs before a new building is finished to ensure accurate system operations. We work to ensure all systems operate correctly.
Building commissioning is a comprehensive and systematic process that ensures a building meets its owner’s specific requirements and functions precisely as intended. This meticulous process is a form of quality assurance encompassing a series of tests, reviews, and verifications. One of the significant advantages of commissioning is its potential to reduce utility bills significantly. This is achieved by optimizing the building’s systems, ensuring they operate efficiently and consume less energy. Additionally, the process contributes to improved indoor air quality by ensuring ventilation systems are working correctly, which is vital for the health and well-being of the building’s occupants. This can lead to enhanced performance and productivity in the workplace, as employees benefit from a more comfortable and healthier environment.
Furthermore, commissioning emphasizes occupant safety and emergency system functionality, minimizing risks and ensuring a safe environment. Another notable benefit is the reduced time and money spent on maintenance and repairs. Identifying and addressing potential issues early in the design and construction phases can mitigate future problems, leading to lower operational costs over the building’s lifespan.
Retro-commissioning, also known as tuning, involves fully commissioning existing buildings and their systems to ensure they operate as designed. This process is frequently conducted to address maintenance problems, high utility expenses, and discomfort in current systems. It is generally performed after a building has been in service for at least a year but may be conducted on any existing structure, even if the occupancy is much longer than a year. Older buildings may have the extra benefits and shorter payback from the retro-commissioning process as it can identify valves, dampers, or other components that may have failed or fallen out of calibration.
Central to the commissioning process are the commissioning providers (CxAs). Our skilled individuals play a pivotal role, as they are involved in every stage of the process, from the initial design phase to the delivery of the completed building. Their involvement ensures consistent and informed oversight throughout the project’s lifecycle. CxAs bring a wealth of knowledge, skills, and experience to the table, allowing them to effectively identify and resolve issues that may arise at any point during the project. This comprehensive involvement and expertise make the CxAs invaluable to achieving the goals of the commissioning process, ensuring that the building not only meets the owner’s expectations but also operates efficiently and safely for its intended lifespan. Contact Tune Facilities now to make commissioning an integral part of your project planning and secure a prosperous future for your building.
