Specialty Commissioning Services
At GMC Cx, we believe that commissioning is more than just a process—it's a pathway to greater construction efficiency, lower operating costs, and improved occupant health and safety. As a value-added extension to our core commissioning services, we offer a range of enhanced testing services and certifications designed to ensure quality across the board.
Comprehensive Testing for Enhanced Performance
Our specialty services are designed to provide a complete testing package, addressing key areas that impact the overall performance and functionality of your building. By leveraging advanced technologies and industry-leading expertise, we empower you to achieve unparalleled levels of efficiency, reliability, and comfort.
Fume Hood Certifications
Chemical fume hood testing should be conducted on an annual basis. Additionally, new fume hoods should be tested upon installation prior to utilization.
GMC Cx offers complete chemical fume hood testing and certification. GMC Cx has on staff NEBB Fume Hood Certified Professionals and can certify the airflow for installed fume hoods in accordance with Cal/OSHA standard §5154.1: Ventilation Requirements for Laboratory-Type Hood Operations and ASHRAE 110. The purpose of these tests is to validate that the average airflow face velocity meets the Code required minimum requirements at the operating sash position.
Integrated System Testing
The Integrated System Test (IST) is critical to the verification of the integration of equipment, controls and systems into combined operation which will represent the actual functionality of the facility. GMC Cx has developed test methodology which includes documented script, dry run and final testing. This method enables the owner to verify with high degree of certainty that systems are fully integrated, communicate properly when faults occur, and can continue to operate in a crisis.
Integrated Systems Tests we perform include:
Pull-the-plug”/blackout site utility outage test to verify operation of
Emergency Power Supply System
Standby Power Supply System
Plumbing / Process Systems
Emergency lighting
Fire Alarm
BMS
Mechanical Systems
Electrical distribution
Fire alarm/fire suppression per NFPA IST requirements relative to these systems
Active Smoke Control Systems
Passive Smoke
Control Systems
Stairwell Pressurization
Building Envelope Commissioning (BECx)
The building envelope plays a critical role in ensuring the comfort, safety, and energy efficiency of a structure. The Building Envelope Commissioning also known as Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx) process is utilized to validate that the performance of materials, components, assemblies, systems and design achieve the objectives and requirements of the owner as outlined in the contract documents. Our Building Envelope Commissioning (BECx) services encompass everything from detailed design phase reviews to comprehensive ASTM E 2813 commissioning programs.
GMC Commissioning can provide building envelope commissioning in accordance with LEED Enhanced Commissioning, Option 2 (2 Points). This scope includes a review of the design, submittals, construction surveys related to enclosure system installation and testing of building air leakage. Air leakage testing utilizes temporary blower door fan systems to pressurize and depressurize the building testing for leakage rates (CFM/SF), verifying that the overall enclosure is performing as designed. This service can be enhanced with thermal, water intrusion and smoke testing.
With GMC Commissioning's expertise in building enclosure consulting, you can rest assured that your project will meet the highest standards of performance when it matters most. Our meticulous attention to detail and commitment to excellence ensure that every aspect of your building envelope is optimized for maximum efficiency and durability, providing lasting benefits for years to come.
Commissioning Management
Building complexity and speed to market continues to increase - but the expectation of top-notch quality still holds.
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing/Process, and Fire Alarm/Fire Protection (MEPF) systems account for 60% of total construction budgets. The cost of poor quality including non-conformance rework, warranty claims, and callbacks and schedule delays can add 15-20% to the total project cost. It is therefore critical that a quality control process is implemented on every project.
Our Commissioning Managers work directly for the Contractor or Construction Manager. Understanding that many general contractors struggle to find qualified experts in these fields and may not have the workload to support full-time employees, we have created this position to fill the gap.
We provide support with:
Contract Document Reviews
Submittal, Shop Drawing and RFIs
Startup and Testing
Schedule Development
Pull Planning
Code (T24) Guidance
Scope Gaps
Troubleshooting
Issue Resolution
MEPF System Pre-Testing
Cx Turnover Package
Controls Coordination
TAB Coordination
Training
Consistency
BIM Support
Cx Plan Implementation
WHERE WE WORK
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Mission Critical Data Centers
Telecommunications
Laboratories
Pharmaceutical
Manufacturing
Healthcare & OSHPD
Hospitality & Gaming
Office – Low and High Ris
Mixed-Use Facilities
High-rise Residential
Institutional
Government Facilities
COMMISSIONING
COMPLIANCE
LEED Fundamental
LEED Enhanced Cx
Title-24 Commissioning
CalGreen Commissioning
Local Energy Code Regulations
CGMP Cx and Qualification
Uptime Institute Level 1 – 5 Cx
SYSTEMS WE
COMMISSION
Mechanical
Electrical
Emergency Power Systems
Low Voltage
Lighting and Lighting
Assemblies
Plumbing
Process and Utilities
Controls & Automation
Renewable Energy and Water
SYSTEMS WE
COMMISSION (CONT.)
Building Enclosures
Microgrids
IT
Clean Rooms
Lab Exhaust & Fume Hoods
Fire Alarm
Security
AV
Environmentally Controlled Rooms
OTHER SERVICES
SPECIALTY SERVICES
As a value add to our core commissioning services, we provide enhanced testing and certifications including IR Scanning, Building Envelope Commissioning (BECx) and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) testing.
EXISTING BUILDING COMMISSIONING
Existing-Building-Commission.jpg Existing building commissioning Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx) is a systematic process for planning, assessing, investigating, analyzing, improving, optimizing and verifying the performance of building systems and assemblies.
ANALYTICS
The MBCx process has been shown to reduce energy waste by 30%. The benefits of MBCx include transparency, increased energy efficiency and more precise operation by ensuring the building meets or exceeds its planned utility consumption.