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HVACR Commissioning Hong Kong
John Herbert
Director
Broadly CIBSE defines Commissioning as advancing
completed static system(s) into operation.
Implicitly, that definition points us towards the
later stages in the construction process, typically
on the critical path, yet its critical activity to
ensure that the HVACR systems function as intended.
In practice, to reach that stage, when "static
components can be advanced into operation" requires
hours of pre-commissioning planning and preparation.
Above: HVACR commissioning chillers
Acting as the building owners representative, Kelcroft is
the right choice, providing independent oversight of the HVACR
commissioning process. Equally, beside the typical HVACR
systems it important to have knowlegde for all the HVACR
systems, managing a process first requires complete
understanding of the plant under review.
Above: HVACR commissioning solving chiller issues
HVACR systems do not stand in isolation, there are part of
the collective, that together govern the operation of the
built environment. HVACR commissioning is complex, so much so
that countless guides are available for different elements
including automatic controls, BMS, fire services, refrigeration,
waterside, smoke ventilation, electrical, etc. etc.
Above: checking HVACR waterside commissioning valve settings
Regional Experience
Organisations have recognised Kelcroft's unique skills and knowledge,
we have added value to organisations operating in Qatar, Malaysia, Hong Kong,
Macau, Burma, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, and China.
Kelcroft's international expertise, gained across three
continents helps ensure HVACR systems are commissioned
and operate as intended before handover.
This type of experience means we have learned from
HVACR processes in different regions, and able to
determine if the HVACR commissioning regime proposed
by the contractor(s)is complete and practical.
Why is that important? because the work is typically
sub-divided into numberous sub-contract and sub-sub
contract packages, and the installer or supplier
may not have any T&C responsibiliies under that
sub-contract.
The BMS and hvac packages requires an extraordinary degree of
coordination and integration between contractors and contracts
often signed at different times and ususally based on a
different drawings. Routine HVAC plant, such as air handlers,
requires electrical, waterside, airside, acoustic, plumbing
drainage, fire services and BMS controls to be coordinated.
HVACR Commissionability
Can the HVACR systems be commissioned? Our HVACR
commissionability study examines the systems on the
drawing board to iron out potential commissioning problems
at an early stage, avoiding VO's, claims, and delays
during the critical handover phase.
Construction projects are dynamic in nature,
with hundreds, if not thousands of revisions,
which will certainly impact the HVACR commissioning.
Solving HVACR commissioning on the drawing board
To order an independent HVACR commissioning package call us today!
