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145-MW Floating Power Station Commissioned for Santo Domingo
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 12, 2018
Barge-mounted 145-MW plant commissioned for Santo Domingo
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Commissioning Hydronic Systems, Part 4
Contractor Magazine
JULY 17, 2018
In this, the final article on commissioning, we will discuss the other parameters in need of testing and documentation
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Top 10 Commissioning (Cx) Pitfalls
Stok
DECEMBER 4, 2014
This blog is part of a series, check it out: Top 6 reasons to commission your building Commissioning! Commissioning Energy Green Building Renewable Energy Sustainability Who is it good for?
Seven lessons learned on commissioning projects
BD+C
JUNE 22, 2017
Commissioning helps projects achieve greater occupant comfort and satisfaction, higher building energy efficiency, and ensures ease of maintenance for the building engineering staff. Ultimately, commissioning is where the rubber meets the road in terms of building design.
Commissioning hydronic systems, Part 1
Contractor Magazine
APRIL 16, 2018
When I first started in this business 40 some years ago, our equipment selections and system designs were much simpler
Commissioning hydronic systems, Part 2
Contractor Magazine
MAY 21, 2018
Suffice to say, there are no less than a 1000 different ways to do a system, but they all contain the same basic equipment
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What to look for in a Commissioning Agent
Stok
NOVEMBER 5, 2014
This blog is part of a series, check it out: Top 6 reasons to commission your building Commissioning! Commissioning Who is it good for?
OSH Review Commission makes important machine guarding ruling
FDR Safety
JUNE 19, 2015
In a significant ruling, the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission has tossed out a machine guarding citation issued by OSHA to an energy company. But the Review Commission said that the judge misinterpreted the phrase “reasonably predictable,” saying there was no evidence that any employees were stationed at or near either piece of machinery. The post OSH Review Commission makes important machine guarding ruling appeared first on FDRsafety.
Commissioning hydronic systems, Part 3
Contractor Magazine
JUNE 19, 2018
Today’s boilers come with turndown ratios that result in having to test the appliance at a minimum of three different points on the appliance’s modulating scale
AIA releases new architect commissioning document
BD+C
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
The American Institute of Architects has released AIA Document C203 – 2017 Standard Form of Consultant’s Services: Commissioning. C203-2017 replaces B211-2007, Standard Form of Architect’s Services: Commissioning.
6 Reasons to [properly] Commission your Building
Stok
AUGUST 19, 2014
Top 6 reasons to commission your building. Commissioning! absolutely everyone) What to look for in a commissioning agent (coming soon) Top 10 Commissioning Pitfalls (coming soon) Congrats! Commissioning Energy Green Building This blog is part of a series, check it out! Who is it good for? You’ve just invested in some new systems that will make your building more […].
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New Chair Nominated for Utah Transportation Commission
ENR Construction
JUNE 27, 2018
Gary Herbert (R) has nominated Naghi Zeenati, a real-estate professional, to chair the state’s Transportation Commission Utah Gov.
Pa. Turnpike Commission Approves Toll Increase
ENR Construction
JULY 24, 2017
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) approved a six percent toll increase for both E-ZPass and cash customers across the majority of the 550-mile system
Sales commission or salary: The conudrum
Construction Marketing Ideas
JANUARY 22, 2015
in some fields, such as real estate sales, there seems to be only one answer: pure commission. Residential contracting consultant Michael Stone has never wavered in his belief (and advocacy) that residential contractors should employ sales representatives who work on pure commission.
Michigan Becomes 1st State to Form Infrastructure Commission
Construction Equipment
JULY 3, 2018
Michigan is first in the nation to implement a coordinated effort to better manage the state’s drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and private utilities under legislation signed July 2 by Gov. Rick Snyder.
Texas Facilities Commission Adopts BIM
Collaborative Construction
AUGUST 19, 2009
Austin - The Texas Facilities Commission (TFC), the agency within the State of Texas that oversees the state’s real estate development as owners and operators of state facilities, today announces its adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) for state design and construction projects." Texas has pulled the trigger, officially adopting BIM for use on on TFC projects. This will have a HUGE impact on the AEC Industry in Texas and around the country.
Increase the value of your commissioning process
Contractor Magazine
FEBRUARY 1, 2017
The market for building commissioning services has always been dynamic – it is not uncommon to receive project bids that differ by a factor of two or three. Matt Schwartz, PE, Sr. Associate & Greg Shank, Principal, Altura Associates.
Commissioning! Who is it good for (absolutely everyone)
Stok
AUGUST 19, 2014
Top 6 reasons to commission your building Commissioning! Commissioning Energy Green Building This blog is part of a series, check it out! Who is it good for?
Project Update: Commissioning Underway at Hopewell Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility
PC Construction Blog
JANUARY 5, 2017
The $71 million design-build Phase 2 Nitrogen Removal Improvements project at the Hopewell Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility is now in commissioning with full startup scheduled for this spring.
Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission Announces Grant Recipients
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
SEPTEMBER 13, 2013
The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission (CAIC) has awarded $350,000 in grants for nine projects. The post Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission Announces Grant Recipients appeared first on Business Facilities. Posted by Heidi Schwartz.
OK Commission Says Workers' Comp Alternative Unconstitutional
Construction Equipment
MARCH 2, 2016
The commission order said, "A closer look at the statutorily authorized plan requirements reveals that the benefit plans permitted to be used to opt-out establish a dual system under which injured workers are not treated equally."
Commissioning Pull Planning Session Results in Ownership and Accountability
PC Construction Blog
AUGUST 1, 2016
The Commissioning Team at the DC Water Tunnel Dewatering Pump Station and Enhanced Clarification Facility recently conducted its first Pull Planning session.
California Energy Commission slashes flow rates for urinals, faucets
Contractor Magazine
APRIL 9, 2015
In response to the historic drought being experienced in California, the California Energy Commission has gone beyond WaterSense standards, mandating that new urinal installations use no more than a pint per flush and faucets max out at 1.2-GPM.
U.K. Commission Grounds Plan for New Airport East of London
ENR Construction
SEPTEMBER 2, 2014
In one myopic stroke the Airports Commission has set the debate back by half a century, says London Mayor Boris Johnson. Infrastructure
Calif. commission approves ‘emergency’ balcony code changes
BD+C
FEBRUARY 13, 2017
The California Building Standards Commission recently approved emergency regulations enhancing the California Building Code (CBC) balcony and walking surface construction requirements
California Energy Commission launches code upgrade process
BD+C
OCTOBER 2, 2014
The California Energy Commission launched the upgrade process to Title 24, the state energy code, last month. The commission is proposing to make Title 24 equivalent to ASHRAE 90.1-2013, a national model code.
ASHRAE/IES publish first standard focused on commissioning process
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 27, 2013
ATLANTA – A newly published standard focused on the commissioning process will help ensure a fully functional, fine-tuned facility. read more. Architects Mechanical Systems Sustainable Design and Construction Building Owner Contractors Designers Engineers Facility Managers Plumbing
Guidelines for Building Commissioning in the Works
Construction Dive
JANUARY 9, 2014
There are several new developments to report in the effort to develop guidance for optimizing building performance through commissioning. In one such development, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) recently began taking comments on proposed Guideline 0.2P, The Commissioning Process for Existing Systems and Assemblies.
Demand for commissioning services on the rise: PECI/BCA survey
BD+C
AUGUST 23, 2013
Demand for the services of commissioning professionals is rising and will continue to rise into the near future, according to a survey by PECI and the Building Commissioning Association (BCA). PORTLAND, Ore.
Federal Energy Commission Calls for Tighter Electric Utility Cybersecurity
ENR Construction
AUGUST 3, 2016
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has ordered the North American Electric Reliability Corp. to develop a new or modified reliability standard for industrial-control system hardware, software and computing and networking services associated with bulk-electric system operations
CEU Article: Pushing the Envelope - The Need for Enhanced Commissioning
SAB Magazine
DECEMBER 24, 2013
This is the backbone of commissioning, although like many other things, the devil is in the details. Set goals, check goals, meet goals.
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Receives $699M EPA Loan for Wastewater Upgrades
Contractor Magazine
AUGUST 23, 2018
New federal loan and guarantee program accelerates investment in nation’s water infrastructure
DC commission approves Gehry's redesign for Eisenhower memorial
BD+C
JUNE 25, 2013
has been approved by the Eisenhower Memorial Commission , reports the Washington Post. Frank Gehry ''s updated design for a new Dwight D. Eisenhower memorial in Washington, D.C., Body Image: read more. Architects Cultural Facilities Military Construction Museums
PennDOT Secretary Named to Chair Pa. Turnpike Commission
ENR Construction
JULY 24, 2017
As part of a planned reorganization, the PTC has appointed a new slate of leaders, naming Pennsylvania Secretary of Transportation Leslie S. Richards as its Chair
WSP acquires engineering and commissioning firm ccrd
BD+C
NOVEMBER 6, 2014
WSP is expanding its national presence by acquiring ccrd, a national MEP engineering and commissioning firm. WSP, headquartered in New York City, now has 1,050 employees in 16 offices across the U.S. This merger will enhance the firm''s capabilities in healthcare and science/technology, something that Houston-based ccrd has extensive expertise in. read more. Engineers
Should Commissioning Be Required for Small Buildings?
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 11, 2012
Should commissioning be required for all buildings that are designed and built to meet American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Standard 189.1-201, Standard for the Design of High-Performance, Green Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings, regardless of size?
Jean Nouvel commissioned to design Islam Museum next to WTC
BD+C
AUGUST 4, 2014
Soho Properties’ CEO Sharif El-Gamal commissioned French architect Jean Nouvel to design the Islam Museum on a site the company purchased on 49-51 Park Place for $10.7
Devens: Winning The Battle For Business
Business Facilities Blog
AUGUST 6, 2018
Agriculture Featured Magazine Highlights Massachusetts Quality Of Life State Focus Workforce Development BF-May/June-2018 corporate expansion Devens Devens Enterprise Commission Economic Development Emerson Green Little Leaf Farms MassDevelopment Quality of Life Site Selection
Studio Gang commissioned to design its first Canadian building
BD+C
MARCH 21, 2017
Studio Gang is set to make its first mark in the Great White North as Slate Asset Management has selected the Chicago- and New York-based firm to design a mixed-use tower in Toronto.
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