Facility managers and commercial building engineers play an important role in the overall health of a building. In addition to making sure their facilities are safe, livable (or workable) and up to code, they’re also responsible for overseeing maintenance and repairs to the building’s most complex systems.

Commercial chiller maintenance

In a large building, chillers are often the most expensive piece of equipment — and use the most power. Investing your resources in regular maintenance will go a long way to keep your building more efficient, comfortable and cost-effective for your bottom line. Inspections should involve checking for refrigerant and fluid leaks, replacing oil filters, assessing water flow rates and monitoring other components to prevent costly repairs or building downtime.  

Process piping

Process piping systems vary based on each facility’s unique applications, but all involve a complex network of tubes, pipes, valves, pressure hoses, fittings, gaskets and more — often throughout several floors. To keep your building’s piping in peak operating condition, preventive maintenance is required. Develop a schedule for your team to follow and break down tasks into daily, weekly, monthly and annual checks. For example, daily tasks could include checking for obvious leaks, corrosion or odd smells.

Compressed air

Air compressors are used for a wide range of applications, like to supply power to HVAC units for example. Some of the advantages of an air compressor are that they can be operator friendly, require less maintenance than their electric powered counterparts and consume less electricity, making them more cost-effective. Preventive maintenance of filters, vents, belts and bearings is key to maintaining system functionality and boosting system performance.

Valve replacement

No one wants to deal with water leaks or bursting pipes, so it’s important to have protective measures in place if and when issues arise. From pressure control and water distribution control, to fire protection systems and check valves, large-scale facilities rely on a series of valves within their structures. Regular testing of valves to monitor performance can help ensure performance and, most importantly, safety.

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