Confidential Client Chiller Replacement Commissioning

ABOUT THE PROJECT

We worked with this confidential client to provide third-party commissioning for a multi-phase chiller replacement at one of its network facilities in Arlington, VA. The project focused on replacing end-of-life equipment while preserving continuous operations and maintaining +2 redundancy to protect mission-critical uptime. Our commissioning team was brought in to validate performance and serve as an advocate for the owner throughout construction and testing.

OUR SOLUTION

Our commissioning process included:

• Verifying performance of new mechanical systems, including two chillers and associated chilled water and condenser water pumps.
• Implementing a phased commissioning approach to maintain uptime throughout replacement, which meant testing and validating one chiller at a time before transitioning to the next.
• Performing field inspections and system testing to confirm proper installation, anchoring, insulation, and functionality.
• Coordinating integrated Methods of Procedure (MOPs) to sequence testing and transitions without impacting operations.
• Documenting and resolving deficiencies through transparent reporting, ensuring the owner’s requirements were fully met.

THE IMPACT

We ensured continuous operation of our client’s network systems during the chiller replacement process and identified critical issues that could affect long-term reliability if left unaddressed.