Why do we test and balance

facilities for assisted living as well as acute care

The majority of the work performed by the TAB consists of testing, measuring, and determining performance benchmarks. Among the most important examples of these operations are determining the air and hydronic volumetric flow rates, determining the level of heat transfer performance, and modifying the air exchange and ventilation rates.

Components of the photo log FSD and damper functions have been sorted.

The following are some of the ways in which we can assist building owners, operators, and facility staff:

Investigation in the field and labeling of devices

Leak testing and investigations on the pressurized and ducted systems

The installation of fire and life safety (FLS) systems is an essential part of both new and existing building. Fire Smoke Dampers (often abbreviated as FSD) are among the most important of them. These devices are installed wherever a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) duct penetrates a fire-rated wall, ceiling, or floor. In the event of a fire, these devices should be able to stop flames and smoke from spreading through the HVAC ductwork, allowing occupants more time to evacuate the building and contributing to the reduction of the amount of damage caused by the fire. However, as buildings and systems age and as physical, mechanical, or electrical problems emerge, dampers can become inoperable. This leaves the duct as an open channel for fire and smoke in the event of a fire, and the facility runs the danger of being shut down owing to a lack of compliance. Verifying and documenting that essential FLS building systems perform as expected is accomplished through the process of testing and maintaining fire smoke dampers.

Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing (TAB) carried out across the entirety of the Pacific Northwest

Who requires testing for their fire smoke damper?

In addition to enhancing environmental performance and occupant comfort, the TAB services we provide contribute to a reduction in operating expenses for your property. Our team has over six decades of expertise, which allows them to grasp even the most complicated HVAC building systems. They also use the most up-to-date techniques and technology in order to properly and efficiently balance the entire system.

a list of corrections that can be implemented in the plan

Building heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system drawings that document the positions of fire smoke dampers