COMMISSIONING MATTERS

COMMISSIONING FOR PUNKS

Inspiration: From Beer to Buildings

Dec 1 • 

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November 2025

SCCS: Why Timing Matters

In every data center project, one of the most important deliverables during the design phase is the Short Circuit and Coordination Study (SCCS). It’s a…

Nov 3 • 

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October 2025

The Non-Negotiable Value of Complete Test Reports

In commissioning, success is not defined by the test alone, but also by the traceable, verifiable, and defensible documentation that proves it.

Oct 1 • 

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September 2025

The Critical Role of Labeling Before Power-Up

Energization is one of the most anticipated milestones in any project.

Sep 4 • 

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August 2025

From Paper to Performance: How Specifications, Submittals, DOO and SOO Drive Effective Mechanical Commissioning

Commissioning in a BAS-Controlled World

Aug 8 • 

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July 2025

Engineering Safety: Commissioning Integrated Security Systems with Fire Alarm, Access Control, CCTV, and Intrusion Detection

In critical environments, physical security commissioning requires not only individual device verification, but it also demands holistic validation of…

Jul 17 • 

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June 2025

Rugby and Commissioning - A Journey of Discipline, Respect and Cohesion

Throughout my technical and management career, I have held demanding positions such as MEP Manager and Commissioning Manager on mission-critical…

Jun 26 • 

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Racing the Clock: The Challenges of Commissioning in Fast-Track Data Center Delivery

Today’s hyperscale environments often demand full operational readiness in months, not years.

Jun 13 • 

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May 2025

MEP Manager vs. Commissioning Manager: Overlaps, Differences, and Lessons from a Strategic Transition

Transitioning from a MEP Manager role to a Commissioning Manager role is more than just a title change, it’s a shift in mindset.

May 30 • 

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Critical Commissioning – Buildings That Never Stop

Introduction

May 22 • 

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Who Owns Commissioning? Understanding Roles, Responsibilities and Collaboration in the Commissioning Process.

Introduction

May 22 • 

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FPT and IST: Verifying What Really Works

How Functional and Integrated Testing secure project success.

May 22 • 

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