Global Commissioning

  With social distancing in place and myriad efforts to curb the spread of the deadly virus, such as social distancing, quarantining requirements, and self-isolation, life has changed drastically during the pandemic. However, businesses still need to be operational while delivering products and services to end-users. But, executing conventional methods will not suffice. Since ongoing restrictions do not appear to go away anytime soon, our combined approach towards how we perform our work needs to be changed and alternative strategies must be implemented to commission the facility. Major facilities and date centres demand global expertise. In light of the improved measures being taken by safety professionals, owners and governments, restrictions have been placed on commissioning approaches at construction sites, so that the work can be completed in a timely and safe manner. Just like other businesses, covering face covering or wearing masks, temperature checks at entry and exit poin...

  Instead of contactors, the completion of commissioning documents should be done by the commissioning authority (CxA) – and for good reason! Typically the commissioning management services company is in direct contract with the owner of the building and it acts as an independent, 3 rd -party representative who ensures that the entire commissioning phase is completely unbiased and follows best practices while working towards achieving the project requirements of the owner. The commissioning authority bears the responsibility to assist the project team during the construction, acceptance and design phases, which ensures that the project achieves success, but without being dependent on the construction and design teams, so as to maintain objectivity. The commissioning process needs the commissioning authority to develop testing procedures, data forms and checklists, and record performance criteria. In general, these materials are handed over by the commissioning authority to members...

  It is the responsibility of the commissioning authority to make sure that all building systems perform optimally while meeting the functional and operational requirements of the owner. Dozens of technical skills are involved in the process. However, there is one soft skill, which is equally important, when it is about the commissioning process. Yes, we are talking about “communication”! Typically, global commissioning companies begin by setting expectations and explaining their role. The initial commissioning meetings should be held during the design and construction phases, involving a representative from every party. Keep reading to know what the commissioning authority needs from the team during the construction phase and what the standards for communication should look like. Also, understand what actions a commissioning authority should take in order to being a resource – and not a burden – to the team.   Effective Use of Emails You may think that emails make it...

  Staying abreast of project updates and developing a rapport with all the parties involved in the project are important aspects of the commissioning process. Interestingly, there is a handful of best practices that the best commissioning management company in the UK can integrate into each stage of the commissioning process to make it more effective. Keep reading to know about such practices that you can use during the important phase of construction. Conducting a Great Initial Meeting When conducted appropriately, the initial meeting should make the project team feel quite confident that the   commissioning management  firm is available at all times to ensure the project completes successfully. In addition to offering support to the team, best practices for the initial meeting include the following:      *  Scheduling the meeting mindfully. It should not be scheduled too early. The reason is, that contractors may forget about the commissionin...

  While the commissioning process means an up-front cost to construction project owners, it can be well-compensated by savings in the long run through reduced repairs, enhanced energy efficiency, higher occupant satisfaction and increased safety. Here, we will dig deeper into the construction commissioning process for new buildings. Continue reading to understand how building commissioning firms should navigate the commissioning process, right from its involvement during the initial planning to its key role throughout the lifespan of the building. Start with the Completion in Mind In the commissioning process, the very first step is to be taken by the commissioning team. It entails collaborating with the project team, to figure out the budget and scope of commissioning, which will important to have a funding estimate. The building commissioning firms work with the project team to form the commissioning team. While the team formation will be based on the size, complexity a...

  Commissioning or startup of an industrial facility is more than just detailed testing of every piece of equipment. The commissioning program needs a project management-based approach to plan and implement all phases of commissioning in a proper manner. Commissioning is surely an important stage in the lifecycle of any project.   However, when you evaluate the regular project literature, you don’t cover commissioning in detail.   This can be one reason why commissioning is usually considered as an afterthought on most of the projects, i.e., the building commissioning firm is involved towards the end of the project in order to ensure that the equipment function properly. But such an approach may fail to deliver the project on time and/or within budget. Commissioning needs to be included in every phase of the project, following a project management-based approach, to make sure that every step of detailed equipment testing is successful.   Schedule Management ...