Forum Q: Upgrading MEP infrastructure for energy and operations improvements

Leaders:
CRB Consulting Engineers, Inc.
Nicholas A. Caronna, PE, LEED AP BD+C - Senior Director, Science + Technology
Brian S. McCourt, PE - Associate, Science and Technology Team Leader

Here you’ll see a decision making process for laboratory renovations that delivers optimal energy performance, lower first cost, and reduced operating cost —while making best use of existing MEP infrastructure. Nick Caronna and Brian McCourt detail methods to evaluate capacity, integrity of airflows, ducts, pipes, walls, cabling, and system options, and they set out planning strategies that factor in present and future functional and spatial needs, and operating and maintenance requirements. They examine proven solutions for adding facility flexibility to accommodate future research needs and staff, and they reveal lessons learned from commissioning and start-up of critical equipment.

1.00 AIA Hours
1.00 HSW Hours
1.00 Sustainability Hours