OPTIMUM OPERATING FACILITY
OPTIMUM OPERATING FACILITY
EAB proudly serves K-12 schools and has worked with over 100 school districts throughout the State of Texas.
From specialized ventilation requirements, indoor natatorium humidity control, variable occupancies, energy conservation, lighting controls and life-safety requirements, our team has the expertise required to meet the mechanical, electrical and plumbing needs of K-12 facilities. Our team can also assist with any HVAC testing or MEP commissioning needs in new or existing K-12 facilities.
Through our experience in the K-12 industry, we realize the need for quick timelines that do not interfere with the students, administrative, or teachers’ schedules, and activities. With unmatched thoroughness, and continuous reliability, our team efficiently delivers an optimum operating facility within the specified time frame.
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD Visual and Performing Arts CenterNestled west of Cy-Fair High School, the Cypress-Fairbanks ISD Visual & Performing Arts Center (VPAC) stands as a beacon of artistic excellence. Spanning approximately 85,000 sq. ft. on a 26-acre site, this cutting-edge multi-level auditorium with 1,500 seats, two balconies, and many accompanying facilities serves as the heart of the district’s vibrant arts scene.
Ensuring optimal sound quality in a performing arts center means HVAC systems must be near silent. For Engineered Air Balance (EAB), the sheer size, intricate finishes, and elevated ceilings of VPAC presented unique obstacles. Unanticipated delays due to weather and material shortages further challenged the project’s progression.
Always at the forefront of industry standards and training, EAB set out with a rigorous approach. Due to the aforementioned building design challenges, close coordination with the general contractor was vital to success in testing and balancing (TAB) high areas while scaffolding was still in place. This preemptive action ensured a properly balanced AHU and avoided potential noise issues caused by the HVAC system.
The performance of the mechanical equipment in the proscenium smoke control system in the auditorium was of paramount importance. With the safety of students, staff, and the community at stake, EAB ensured this intricate system, comprising six exhaust fans and five supply fans, was rigorously tested for maximum fan capacity and met all design requirements.
When faced with project delays, EAB’s proactive approach stood out. EAB identified critical path items by conducting meticulous site walks and generating detailed observation reports, ensuring the TAB process commenced smoothly. The weekly observation reports and deficiency resolution logs provided by EAB were instrumental in maintaining quality control and streamlining contractor coordination.
The unparalleled dedication of EAB to its core values – integrity, quality, consistency, and teamwork – culminated in the delivery of an optimum operating facility. The students, staff, and the entire Cypress-Fairbanks ISD community now benefit from a state-of-the-art facility that is a testament to EAB’s unwavering commitment.
Nestled west of Cy-Fair High School, the Cypress-Fairbanks ISD Visual & Performing Arts Center (VPAC) stands as a beacon of artistic excellence. Spanning approximately 85,000 sq. ft. on a 26-acre site, this cutting-edge multi-level auditorium with 1,500 seats, two balconies, and many accompanying facilities serves as the heart of the district’s vibrant arts scene.
Ensuring optimal sound quality in a performing arts center means HVAC systems must be near silent. For Engineered Air Balance (EAB), the sheer size, intricate finishes, and elevated ceilings of VPAC presented unique obstacles. Unanticipated delays due to weather and material shortages further challenged the project’s progression.
Always at the forefront of industry standards and training, EAB set out with a rigorous approach. Due to the aforementioned building design challenges, close coordination with the general contractor was vital to success in testing and balancing (TAB) high areas while scaffolding was still in place. This preemptive action ensured a properly balanced AHU and avoided potential noise issues caused by the HVAC system.
The performance of the mechanical equipment in the proscenium smoke control system in the auditorium was of paramount importance. With the safety of students, staff, and the community at stake, EAB ensured this intricate system, comprising six exhaust fans and five supply fans, was rigorously tested for maximum fan capacity and met all design requirements.
When faced with project delays, EAB’s proactive approach stood out. EAB identified critical path items by conducting meticulous site walks and generating detailed observation reports, ensuring the TAB process commenced smoothly. The weekly observation reports and deficiency resolution logs provided by EAB were instrumental in maintaining quality control and streamlining contractor coordination.
The unparalleled dedication of EAB to its core values – integrity, quality, consistency, and teamwork – culminated in the delivery of an optimum operating facility. The students, staff, and the entire Cypress-Fairbanks ISD community now benefit from a state-of-the-art facility that is a testament to EAB’s unwavering commitment.
Memorial High School – Frisco ISDEAB was honored to partner with Frisco ISD during the construction of Memorial High School. This 387,000 square foot high school contains classrooms, athletic facilities, computer rooms, fine arts rooms, a library, a gymnasium, a cafeteria, and an auditorium.
Over the course of eight months, EAB performed the testing and balancing of the HVAC systems; and facilitated the building commissioning process for the HVAC and lighting controls. We reviewed the start-up documentation, developed and performed the system verification checklist. We also performed point and sensor calibration verification of all BAS points and sensors from the field to the operator’s graphical interface. Our commissioning team developed and performed the Functional Performance Testing procedures for the HVAC and lighting systems.
With passionate integrity, EAB has been Frisco ISD’s preferred Testing and Balancing partner for over a decade. By committing to our core values and delivering an optimum operating Memorial High School, EAB became Frisco ISD’s preferred partner for Building Commissioning.
EAB was honored to partner with Frisco ISD during the construction of Memorial High School. This 387,000 square foot high school contains classrooms, athletic facilities, computer rooms, fine arts rooms, a library, a gymnasium, a cafeteria, and an auditorium.
Over the course of eight months, EAB performed the testing and balancing of the HVAC systems; and facilitated the building commissioning process for the HVAC and lighting controls. We reviewed the start-up documentation, developed and performed the system verification checklist. We also performed point and sensor calibration verification of all BAS points and sensors from the field to the operator’s graphical interface. Our commissioning team developed and performed the Functional Performance Testing procedures for the HVAC and lighting systems.
With passionate integrity, EAB has been Frisco ISD’s preferred Testing and Balancing partner for over a decade. By committing to our core values and delivering an optimum operating Memorial High School, EAB became Frisco ISD’s preferred partner for Building Commissioning.
Bridgeland High School – Cypress-Fairbanks ISDCypress-Fairbanks ISD engaged EAB to provide Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing services to their 12th and newest high school in Cypress, Texas. The construction of Bridgeland High School was a $120 million project, featuring a four-story academic tower.
Our team provided Testing and Balancing of air and water systems, control point and sensor calibration verification and control sequence verification within a 10-month time frame.
The third and fourth floors of the academic tower feature a large library surrounded by glass windows. During construction, the project team identified temperature problems that were occurring in this area even after our initial balancing of the terminal units. Our team was engaged to investigate and discovered two problems that previously went unnoticed by the project team. The windows were not properly sealed which compromised the building envelope. In addition, the chilled water system was not correctly adjusted by the contractor. As a result, the pumps were not able to provide enough chilled water to the air handlers on the higher floors of the high school.
After partnering with the general contractor and the design team to remedy these issues, the temperature and humidity were successfully regulated delivering a reliable and efficient facility which is enjoyed by students, faculty, visitors, and administrators.
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD engaged EAB to provide Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing services to their 12th and newest high school in Cypress, Texas. The construction of Bridgeland High School was a $120 million project, featuring a four-story academic tower.
Our team provided Testing and Balancing of air and water systems, control point and sensor calibration verification and control sequence verification within a 10-month time frame.
The third and fourth floors of the academic tower feature a large library surrounded by glass windows. During construction, the project team identified temperature problems that were occurring in this area even after our initial balancing of the terminal units. Our team was engaged to investigate and discovered two problems that previously went unnoticed by the project team. The windows were not properly sealed which compromised the building envelope. In addition, the chilled water system was not correctly adjusted by the contractor. As a result, the pumps were not able to provide enough chilled water to the air handlers on the higher floors of the high school.
After partnering with the general contractor and the design team to remedy these issues, the temperature and humidity were successfully regulated delivering a reliable and efficient facility which is enjoyed by students, faculty, visitors, and administrators.
Shepton High School – Plano ISDShepton High School in Plano ISD, home to over 1,400 students in the ninth and tenth grades, underwent renovations beginning in August 2017 extending to January 2019. Renovations were made to the existing 91,425 square foot building, as well as, a new addition of 28,000 square feet.
During the renovation, our team performed the testing and balancing of the heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems. We reviewed the start-up documentation, control sequence verification, control point and sensor calibration verification of all BAS points and sensors from the field to the operator’s graphical interface.
The schedule was particularly challenging on this project. The phasing took place over approximately 18 months, some of which occurred during the school year with students and staff in the building. To accommodate this constraint, we adjusted our team’s schedules to working at night. Our team excelled in the documentation and coordination of the schedule. Ideas were suggested “with the end in mind” to ensure effective time and resource allocation.
While there was a clear division between old and new construction, oftentimes the mechanical lines of division were not as clear. For example, supply outlets were disconnected while still serving an occupied area because much of the ductwork was either recently demolished or newly installed. We partnered with the project team and Shepton High School to ensure disruptions were minimized.
Success was achieved at Shepton High School through consistent documentation of deficiency items, driving project team accountability, scheduling flexibility, and our unmatched expertise of HVAC systems.
Shepton High School in Plano ISD, home to over 1,400 students in the ninth and tenth grades, underwent renovations beginning in August 2017 extending to January 2019. Renovations were made to the existing 91,425 square foot building, as well as, a new addition of 28,000 square feet.
During the renovation, our team performed the testing and balancing of the heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems. We reviewed the start-up documentation, control sequence verification, control point and sensor calibration verification of all BAS points and sensors from the field to the operator’s graphical interface.
The schedule was particularly challenging on this project. The phasing took place over approximately 18 months, some of which occurred during the school year with students and staff in the building. To accommodate this constraint, we adjusted our team’s schedules to working at night. Our team excelled in the documentation and coordination of the schedule. Ideas were suggested “with the end in mind” to ensure effective time and resource allocation.
While there was a clear division between old and new construction, oftentimes the mechanical lines of division were not as clear. For example, supply outlets were disconnected while still serving an occupied area because much of the ductwork was either recently demolished or newly installed. We partnered with the project team and Shepton High School to ensure disruptions were minimized.
Success was achieved at Shepton High School through consistent documentation of deficiency items, driving project team accountability, scheduling flexibility, and our unmatched expertise of HVAC systems.
Emerson High School – Frisco ISDAs Frisco ISD’s preferred TAB company since 2005, EAB was called upon to provide testing and balancing, as well as, building commissioning services for the new construction of Emerson High School. This facility contains classrooms, a library, a gymnasium, athletic facilities, a cafeteria, an auditorium, computer rooms and fine arts rooms. The project consists of a main building and an accompanying field house and concession building.
EAB performed testing and balancing of the HVAC systems and facilitated the commissioning process of the HVAC and lighting control systems. EAB reviewed the start-up documentation, developed, and performed pre-functional checks, and verified calibration and point integrity of all BAS points and sensors from the field to the operator’s graphical interface. Our commissioning team held many meetings throughout the project that helped the overall MEP coordination including schedule discussions, issues discussions, owners training planning, and close-out tracking. During the Acceptance Phase of the Commissioning Process, EAB performed the Functional Performance Testing (FPTs).
Our team helped Frisco ISD feel the difference because of our close attention to detail and years of industry experience with HVAC and Lighting Control systems. We were able to identify complications early, determine solutions and track them until resolved. View the full story here.
As Frisco ISD’s preferred TAB company since 2005, EAB was called upon to provide testing and balancing, as well as, building commissioning services for the new construction of Emerson High School. This facility contains classrooms, a library, a gymnasium, athletic facilities, a cafeteria, an auditorium, computer rooms and fine arts rooms. The project consists of a main building and an accompanying field house and concession building.
EAB performed testing and balancing of the HVAC systems and facilitated the commissioning process of the HVAC and lighting control systems. EAB reviewed the start-up documentation, developed, and performed pre-functional checks, and verified calibration and point integrity of all BAS points and sensors from the field to the operator’s graphical interface. Our commissioning team held many meetings throughout the project that helped the overall MEP coordination including schedule discussions, issues discussions, owners training planning, and close-out tracking. During the Acceptance Phase of the Commissioning Process, EAB performed the Functional Performance Testing (FPTs).
Our team helped Frisco ISD feel the difference because of our close attention to detail and years of industry experience with HVAC and Lighting Control systems. We were able to identify complications early, determine solutions and track them until resolved. View the full story here.