I would look for two things - high energy use per square foot and high comfort complaints. Both will lead you to the biggest problems most quickly. Kent...
You mention "clearly some [buildings] will benefit greatly from rCx." What benefits are you expecting? I recommend that you define your goals and expectations...
I would echo Jim's comments. There are those who would approach the process "ad hoc", though there is a proven method to the process. A well defined Cx Plan...
Bryan Welsh
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Nov 25, 2008 4:57 pm
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Good comments all. I would add that you should understand that RCx can uncover some deficiencies that may be critical to the building operating correctly and...
I am brand new in commissioning and have had a difficult time ensuring I get paid for the work I do. Does anyone have a resource for language I can put into...
Avista Utilities is preparing to start a retrocommissioning program during the first quarter of 2009 and we are looking for providers who are interested in the...
Aloha: On 2/27/09 (Friday), ASHRAE Hawaii Chapter will hold a Technical Seminar & Product Show at East West Center in University of Hawaii at Manoa. This is...
Hi Joseph, I have been working in Hawaii for the past two years on various commissioning related projects including three separate RCx projects for DAGS. I...
The Resort Hotel Association is holding their annual conference July 11- 14, 2009 at the Woodstock Inn & Resort in Woodstock, Vermont. The Association is...
As part of global efforts to reduce our carbon footprint, JohnsonDiversey, Inc., wants to evaluate the installation of small- scale on-site renewable energy...
Does anyone have a "sample" OPR and/or BOD for a new residential apartment building they would be willing to share? Eugene J. Boyle, PE, CBCP, LEED AP Senior...
Does anyone possess a valid guideline for performing thermographic verification of electrical installations and switchboards? We have a nordic guideline, but...
Carl, I would suggest that you investigate NETA. http://www.netaworld.org/ They have a wealth of information regarding acceptance testing as related to the...
Thank you for the information. However it seems that NETA only suggests thermographic verification of transformers. Therefore i am still seeking guidelines...
Dear members We have found that thermographic inspection very effective if reading of Load amp and harmonics are also taken. Any hot spot identified can be...
I would also suggest looking at ground currents. Typically, only the grounding resistance is measured during testing. However, investigating ground voltages /...
Thank you everybody, for good and usable feedback. I am still looking for European or better global standards, ISO or similar, on the topic, but the...
I am not sure how you concluded that NETA only recommends the inclusion of transformers in infrared surveys. Please see the Acceptance Testing Specification...
Jim Bowers
bassmeister1@...
Mar 10, 2009 6:20 pm
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You might be right, and the introduction to "ANSI/NETA Standard for Acceptance Testing Specifications 2009 Edition" mentions thermographic surveys among the...
I've got an issue where I want to hear other people's opinions. We did an investigation for a LEED Existing Building project on a city building. The purpsoe...
Learn2 PDF maybe? ---------- Sent from my Verizon Wireless mobile phone ... From: kentnaustn2000 Sent: 4/14/2009 3:32:40 AM To: bca-eforum@yahoogroups.com ...
swilson999@...
Apr 14, 2009 4:14 am
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Will you get an opportunity to re-bid the job? You actually still have the advantage to win the bid you just might need to slightly modify your numbers as you...
We have had all kinds of things not necessarily exactly like this, but just as inappropriate, take place. My advice is simple. You may win the battle, but...
Bryan Welsh
bryan@...
Apr 14, 2009 5:41 am
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I provide similar services. If I am paid for the scope report or energy analysis, I assume that the client owns the information and can use it however he...
Different projects in oil & gas, there are usually different offers in sealed envelopes. Tenders are to be revealed at the time of the study. For the rates you...
... energy analysis, I assume that the client owns the information and can use it however he pleases. ... agreement that if the client goes forward with the...
On an issue related to the procurement issue thread - I want to hear other peoples thoughts on how much pricing information to disclose in Cx proposals. After...
Dear bca-forum members, I am interested in a partnership or contract relationship with professional commissioning firms or individuals in the EMEA Region....
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