Sunday, June 25, 2017: 9:45 AM-10:45 AM
Commissioning: Optimizing New and Existing Buildings and their Operation
Chair:
Wade H. Conlan, P.E., Hanson Professional Services
Technical Committee: 9.10 Laboratory Systems
CoSponsor: 7.7 Testing and Balancing
Commissioning on complex labs follows the same processes as other buildings but there are unique systems and challenges that are presented when dealing with laboratories. This seminar covers a case study of a major cancer research center and the balance between optimization and safety. In addition, an in depth look at lessons learned from the field when Commissioning Biosafety Level 3 laboratories.
1 Lab Building Case Study: Safety Vs. Energy Conservation
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Justin Garner, P.E., Engineered Air Balance Company, Inc. |
This seminar focuses on a specific project for a new laboratory building for a major cancer research institution. Specifically, the presentation discusses energy recovery, demand based ventilation, occupancy sequencing and building pressurization strategies that were implemented and the lessons learned during commissioning of the HVAC systems.
2 Continuous Improvement of Commissioning / Certification of Bsl-3 Laboratories
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Carol Donovan, Alares LLC |
There are a multitude of challenges associated with designing, constructing and operating BSL-3 laboratories. The combination of user expectations, regulatory compliance, risk considerations and contractor interpretation of specifications can result in a delay in opening these laboratories from 1-2 years or longer. This presentation discusses the practical implications of commissioning BSL3 laboratories. It will provide an overview of the different organizations providing regulatory compliance, discuss the various risk factors involved with programmatic decision making, review engineered systems and ventilation strategies and the impact these decisions have on operational strategies. This presentation highlights essential documentation for sustainable operation.
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