Lighting technology has made huge strides in recent years. LEDs are here to stay while the various lighting controls options continue to grow in number and complexity. LEDs appear to be the clear winner for providing electric light. They are…

The building automation system (BAS) has the capability to perform whole building, complex sequence of operations. Two simple sequences that lead to big energy savings are night setback and free cooling. A complex air delivery system or a basic packaged…

Each project and project team is unique, and as such, requires special attention to maximize Owner benefits during the commissioning process. What is this process? “New construction commissioning is the process of ensuring that systems are designed, installed, functionally tested,…

Well first and foremost, many energy programs give you points for enhanced commissioning which includes the turnover of a commissioning systems manual as a requirement. More points typically translates to a more efficient building and more accolades. Aside from that,…

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Analog and digital control signals are the two types of inputs and outputs on your various low voltage equipment controllers. An analog control output signal is used when a device needs to function at more than two points in a…

Elevate Building Commissioning’s first trade show experience is in the books. We wanted to shout a big thank you to the OSFMA board for putting on the conference as well as all the other vendors and attendees who helped welcome…

Growing up in a small Midwestern suburb at the end of a cul-de-sac provided us our first opportunities to enter the world of entrepreneurship. Childhood at the Aring house was some combination of sport, outdoors, baseball cards and rainy day…

Demand ventilation is not a new idea but technology is impacting building codes and how building ventilation can be implemented, saving you energy dollars. New buildings with a full HVAC BAS (Building Automation System) are taking advantage of these money…

When reviewing your building automation system, your control’s system trend logs are arguably the most useful tool to diagnose equipment issues you are having. Recognizing the difference between change of value logging and timed interval logging is critical for using…