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Commissioning:
A University Perspective
May 3, 2006
Rebuild Michigan WorkshopAdvanced Energy Technologies for
Commercial Buildings
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Terry Pahl, P.E., LEED, Facilities Engineer
Grand Valley State UniversityEnergy Department
Energy
EstimatesUtilities
CxP Project Management
Technical Assistance
EMS
Budgets
EquipmentLEED/Energy Star
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Commissioning
Commissioning - Defined What Commissioning Does Not Solve Reasons for Commissioning The Commissioning Process Commissioning Findings Recommendations
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Commissioning - Defined
Verify and ensure that fundamental building elements and systems are designed, installed and calibrated to operate as intended.
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AHU System
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Testing Controls
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What Commissioning Does Not Solve
Does not correct an improper design of the building or systems within the building.
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Steel Beam Penetrations
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What Commissioning Does Not Solve
Does not correct an improper design of the building or systems within the building.
Does not correct a poorly constructed building or poor installation of the building systems.
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Poor Conduit Connection
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Reasons for Commissioning
Design and construction errors are identified early.
Building system errors are identified early. Energy savings. Operational savings. Satisfied clients
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The Commissioning Process - Past
Historically In-house staffCursory inspectionsPunch list
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Gold Certified – LEED Building
Michigan Alternative Renewable Energy Center
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Silver Certified – LEED Building
Lake Ontario Hall
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The Commissioning Process - Present
Current Engage a commissioning authority. Develop design intent and basis of design documentation. Include commissioning requirements in the construction
documents. Develop and utilize a commissioning plan. Verify installation, functional, performance, training and
documentation. Complete a commissioning report.
Current - additional Review the design prior to the CDs. Review the CDs prior to completion. Review selected commissioned equipment submittals. Develop a system and energy management manual. Contract for near-warranty or post-occupancy review.
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Commissioning Findings . . .
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Duct Connection
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Duct Connection
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Duct Connection
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Flexible Connection
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Proper Duct Seal During Construction
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Missing Insulation
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Leaks
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Improper Return Duct Seal During Construction
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Proper Return Duct Seal During Construction
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Proper Duct Seal During Construction
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Design Issue
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Construction Issue
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Design Issue
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Construction Issue
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Recommendations
Choose your design firms and contractors based on their commitment to detail and solving problems.
Always commission. In-house Outsource
Strengthen specifications to include commissioning tasks.
Add the commission costs as part of the budget process.