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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. MORE
When I first started in this business 40 some years ago, our equipment selections and system designs were much simpler MORE
The Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory released results of a study on building commissioning that found a median energy savings from 3% to 16%, depending on building type. MORE
. On Friday, the Oklahoma Workers' Compensation Commission called the alternative workplace-benefit plans that some employers adopted under the law "a water mirage on the highway that disappears upon closer inspection," and ruled unanimously the law that allows employers to opt-out of state-regulated workers' comp plans. MORE
The California Building Standards Commission recently approved emergency regulations enhancing the California Building Code (CBC) balcony and walking surface construction requirements MORE
The OSH Review Commission issued an employer-friendly machine guarding case decision that is important for employers. 16-1167, 2020) reversed a Review Commission Judge and vacated a citation under 29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1) for allegedly failing to guard the “hold-down” pistons of a power shear. MORE
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. The new requirements will take effect next year. read more. Plumbing MORE
Commissioning isn’t a new concept. The term actually dates back to shipbuilding; a commissioned ship is one that’s deemed ready for service. However, a ship must pass several milestones before setting sail. The equipment has to be installed and tested, problems need to be identified and corrected and the crew is extensively trained. Similar to ships, buildings undergo the same functional testing before occupancy MORE
In this, the final article on commissioning, we will discuss the other parameters in need of testing and documentation MORE
Barge-mounted 145-MW plant commissioned for Santo Domingo MORE
This blog is part of a series, check it out: Top 6 reasons to commission your building Commissioning! absolutely everyone) What to look for in a commissioning agent Top 10 Commissioning Pitfalls The goal of building Commissioning is to uncover and address issues with the installation and performance of building […]. Commissioning Energy Green Building Renewable Energy Sustainability MORE
Here, stok’s commissioning team lays out how to safely bring your building back online and efficiently adjust operations during COVID-19 based on what we know now about the pandemic. If you need support with determining and documenting changes, a commissioning agent can provide recommendations for SOO revisions, QC the new SOO, and provide a checklist for facilities teams to adapt to new conditions. #2: Ongoing commissioning. MORE
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. Business shapes the tools, then the tools reshape the business. read more. MORE
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. MORE
Structural engineer and seismic-resistant design expert will guide body that probes quakes and recommends risk reduction policies MORE
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. Having sound and modern infrastructure is vital to the health and well-being of the people of Michigan,” Snyder said. This legislation helps us take the necessary steps to ensure Michigan has a modern and reliable infrastructure system MORE
International Trade Commission threw out anti-dumping and countervailing duties on fabricated steel from China, Mexico and Canada The U.S. MORE
Building commissioning has remained a priority throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, but with tiny mechanical rooms that make social distancing a challenge on site, building operators and engineers must get creative to safely stick to their projects’ commissioning schedules. MORE
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 […]. MORE
This blog is part of a series, check it out: Top 6 reasons to commission your building Commissioning! absolutely everyone) What to look for in a commissioning agent Top 10 Commissioning Pitfalls (coming soon) Commissioning (Cx) is the process of verifying that building systems are installed, balanced and functioning as […]. Commissioning Who is it good for? MORE
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. MORE
Under the guidance of the Texas Facilities Commission, construction is progressing on the Capitol Complex Project—a nearly $900 million effort that will create a destination that celebrates the capitol and centralize all state agencies MORE
Officials from New Jersey, New York and Amtrak on the proposed Gateway Development Commission would handle the $13 billion Hudson River tunnel and $1.6 billion Portal North Bridge projects MORE
Advanced Manufacturing Arkansas Capital Investment Daily News Featured Manufacturing Research & Development Arkansas Economic Development Commission corporate expansion Employment Fort Smith Governor Asa Hutchinson Hytrol material handling Site Selection MORE
This is the second post in our series examining the basics, benefits and boundaries of building commissioning. Read part one of the series here. MORE
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. Current work includes process checks for all. All Projects Water & Wastewater Treatment MORE
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. The contractor says: Commission salespeople do not know how to treat people. I do not hire sales people in my stores based on commission only. MORE
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. Plains Arts Blog-Sept-2013 Goodland Grants Independence Kansas City Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission Lawrence National Endowment For The Arts Newton St. Posted by Heidi Schwartz. MORE
The Occupational Safety & Health Review Commission issued an employer-friendly machine guarding decision that is important for employers. The Commission focused on how the machine functions and how employees operated it. MORE
In the engineering community, one small miscalculation or overlooked detail could prove to be disastrous MORE
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) Commissioning (Cx) is the quality control process of documenting and achieving the performance requirements […]. Commissioning Energy Green Building This blog is part of a series, check it out! Who is it good for? MORE
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 MORE
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. The form is intended to be used as a supplement to AIA Document C103–2015, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Consultant without a Predefined Scope of Consultant’s Services as a guide for drawing up a contract for commissioning services MORE
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? MORE
One of the biggest criticisms of the LEED process is its claim that using it will help save on operating costs, while in fact, many projects don’t reach that goal. Of course, until a building is completed and systems begin to operate, the owner doesn’t know how much energy the building really uses. Once a building has some history, energy models can be modified to make better projections for the building’s energy consumption. MORE
In a decision that critics have called “unprecedented” the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on December 19, 2019 issued an Order Establishing Just And Reasonable Rate “to protect the competitive capacity market administered by PJM Interconnection, L.L.C.” But the two Democrats on the FERC blasted the decision, saying with one writing that it puts the commission on the “wrong side of history in the fight against climate change.”. MORE
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 a building is how an owner is able to have full confidence that the building is operating as designed and that we aren’t wasting a single dollar on inefficient systems MORE
Suffice to say, there are no less than a 1000 different ways to do a system, but they all contain the same basic equipment MORE
Building enclosure commissioning, a quality-assurance process intended to ensure a building meets the owner’s requirements, offers benefits including cost savings. MORE
California’s Seismic Safety Commission names as chair seismic-resistant design expert H. Kit Miyamoto MORE
The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission has been selected as ENR MidAtlantic Owner of the Year MORE
Commissioning Related Topics FDR Safety
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
The Occupational Safety & Health Review Commission issued an employer-friendly machine guarding decision that is important for employers. The Commission focused on how the machine functions and how employees operated it.
FDR Safety
OCTOBER 5, 2020
The OSH Review Commission issued an employer-friendly machine guarding case decision that is important for employers. 16-1167, 2020) reversed a Review Commission Judge and vacated a citation under 29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1) for allegedly failing to guard the “hold-down” pistons of a power shear.
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Stok
JULY 21, 2020
Building commissioning has remained a priority throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, but with tiny mechanical rooms that make social distancing a challenge on site, building operators and engineers must get creative to safely stick to their projects’ commissioning schedules.
Contractor Magazine
JULY 17, 2018
In this, the final article on commissioning, we will discuss the other parameters in need of testing and documentation
BD+C
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
Commissioning isn’t a new concept. The term actually dates back to shipbuilding; a commissioned ship is one that’s deemed ready for service. However, a ship must pass several milestones before setting sail. The equipment has to be installed and tested, problems need to be identified and corrected and the crew is extensively trained. Similar to ships, buildings undergo the same functional testing before occupancy
BD+C
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
The Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory released results of a study on building commissioning that found a median energy savings from 3% to 16%, depending on building type.
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ENR Construction
OCTOBER 29, 2020
California’s Seismic Safety Commission names as chair seismic-resistant design expert H. Kit Miyamoto
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.
Stok
DECEMBER 4, 2014
This blog is part of a series, check it out: Top 6 reasons to commission your building Commissioning! absolutely everyone) What to look for in a commissioning agent Top 10 Commissioning Pitfalls The goal of building Commissioning is to uncover and address issues with the installation and performance of building […]. Commissioning Energy Green Building Renewable Energy Sustainability
Stok
MAY 22, 2020
Here, stok’s commissioning team lays out how to safely bring your building back online and efficiently adjust operations during COVID-19 based on what we know now about the pandemic. If you need support with determining and documenting changes, a commissioning agent can provide recommendations for SOO revisions, QC the new SOO, and provide a checklist for facilities teams to adapt to new conditions. #2: Ongoing commissioning.
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
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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 a building is how an owner is able to have full confidence that the building is operating as designed and that we aren’t wasting a single dollar on inefficient systems
Construction Dive
JUNE 26, 2019
Officials from New Jersey, New York and Amtrak on the proposed Gateway Development Commission would handle the $13 billion Hudson River tunnel and $1.6 billion Portal North Bridge projects
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 […].
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
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
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
This is the second post in our series examining the basics, benefits and boundaries of building commissioning. Read part one of the series here.
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.
BD+C
FEBRUARY 24, 2017
One of the biggest criticisms of the LEED process is its claim that using it will help save on operating costs, while in fact, many projects don’t reach that goal. Of course, until a building is completed and systems begin to operate, the owner doesn’t know how much energy the building really uses. Once a building has some history, energy models can be modified to make better projections for the building’s energy consumption.
Stok
NOVEMBER 5, 2014
This blog is part of a series, check it out: Top 6 reasons to commission your building Commissioning! absolutely everyone) What to look for in a commissioning agent Top 10 Commissioning Pitfalls (coming soon) Commissioning (Cx) is the process of verifying that building systems are installed, balanced and functioning as […]. Commissioning Who is it good for?
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. Business shapes the tools, then the tools reshape the business. read more.
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 12, 2018
Barge-mounted 145-MW plant commissioned for Santo Domingo
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. The form is intended to be used as a supplement to AIA Document C103–2015, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Consultant without a Predefined Scope of Consultant’s Services as a guide for drawing up a contract for commissioning services
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 14, 2020
In the engineering community, one small miscalculation or overlooked detail could prove to be disastrous
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. The new requirements will take effect next year. read more. Plumbing
Business Facilities
JANUARY 7, 2021
Advanced Manufacturing Arkansas Capital Investment Daily News Featured Manufacturing Research & Development Arkansas Economic Development Commission corporate expansion Employment Fort Smith Governor Asa Hutchinson Hytrol material handling Site Selection
Construction Equipment
MARCH 2, 2016
. On Friday, the Oklahoma Workers' Compensation Commission called the alternative workplace-benefit plans that some employers adopted under the law "a water mirage on the highway that disappears upon closer inspection," and ruled unanimously the law that allows employers to opt-out of state-regulated workers' comp plans.
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.
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
International Trade Commission threw out anti-dumping and countervailing duties on fabricated steel from China, Mexico and Canada The U.S.
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) Commissioning (Cx) is the quality control process of documenting and achieving the performance requirements […]. Commissioning Energy Green Building This blog is part of a series, check it out! Who is it good for?
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. Having sound and modern infrastructure is vital to the health and well-being of the people of Michigan,” Snyder said. This legislation helps us take the necessary steps to ensure Michigan has a modern and reliable infrastructure system
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. The contractor says: Commission salespeople do not know how to treat people. I do not hire sales people in my stores based on commission only.
PC Construction
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. Current work includes process checks for all. All Projects Water & Wastewater Treatment
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 29, 2020
Structural engineer and seismic-resistant design expert will guide body that probes quakes and recommends risk reduction policies
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
ENR Construction
MARCH 9, 2020
Under the guidance of the Texas Facilities Commission, construction is progressing on the Capitol Complex Project—a nearly $900 million effort that will create a destination that celebrates the capitol and centralize all state agencies
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission has been selected as ENR MidAtlantic Owner of the Year
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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. Plains Arts Blog-Sept-2013 Goodland Grants Independence Kansas City Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission Lawrence National Endowment For The Arts Newton St. Posted by Heidi Schwartz.
Green Building Law Update
JANUARY 26, 2020
In a decision that critics have called “unprecedented” the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on December 19, 2019 issued an Order Establishing Just And Reasonable Rate “to protect the competitive capacity market administered by PJM Interconnection, L.L.C.” But the two Democrats on the FERC blasted the decision, saying with one writing that it puts the commission on the “wrong side of history in the fight against climate change.”.
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?
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