Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) play a crucial role in managing and optimising energy usage in modern buildings. To ensure that a BEMS is functioning optimally, BEMS Commissioning is an essential process that ensures that the system is installed, programmed and integrated correctly. The BEMS Commissioning process involves a thorough testing and validation of all the system components and functions, ensuring that the BEMS is performing as intended.
A BEMS Commissioning Engineer is responsible for the technical evaluation of the building and its systems and making sure that the BEMS installation, programming and integration meet the project specification and design intent. They will work closely with the BEMS design and installation teams to ensure that all system components are integrated correctly and operating efficiently, optimizing energy performance, occupant comfort, and overall building performance.
The BEMS Commissioning Engineer will also be responsible for testing and commissioning of BEMS control strategies and programming, ensuring that all system functionality is working as intended. They will be required to perform functional testing, documentation and verification to ensure compliance with project requirements and applicable codes and standards. The commissioning process also includes collaboration with other stakeholders, such as mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) contractors, and verification of energy savings calculations to ensure that the BEMS is delivering the expected performance improvements.
BEMS Commissioning is a critical process in the construction and operation of modern smart buildings. It ensures that BEMS installations are optimized for efficient and reliable performance throughout the building’s lifecycle. Proper commissioning of BEMS not only ensures that the system is performing as intended, but it also provides valuable data and insights that can be used to improve energy performance and identify areas for potential savings.
Commissioning a BEMS can lead to significant energy savings, improved occupant comfort, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. BEMS Commissioning can also provide value-added services to building owners and operators, such as remote monitoring, ongoing system optimization, and performance tracking.
In addition to the energy savings and operational benefits, BEMS Commissioning is often required by building codes and standards, such as LEED and BREEAM. Commissioning also provides building owners and operators with confidence that their BEMS installation is working optimally and efficiently, reducing the risk of unexpected system failures and unnecessary maintenance costs.
In conclusion, BEMS Commissioning plays a critical role in ensuring that a BEMS installation is optimized for efficient and reliable performance. The process involves rigorous testing, verification, and documentation to ensure that the BEMS is functioning as intended, delivering the expected energy savings and performance improvements. BEMS Commissioning also provides valuable data and insights that can be used to improve energy performance and reduce operating costs throughout the building’s lifecycle.