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Our Whole Systems approach to TAB, necessitates knowledge of a wide range of technical areas and as a result we offer an extensive list of services.
Our Whole Systems approach to TAB, necessitates knowledge of a wide range of technical areas and as a result we offer an extensive list of services.
In HVAC systems it is necessary that air be distributed according to design requirements to insure comfort, energy conservation and a healthy environment. Air flow volumes are measured and adjusted according to the design requirements determined by the mechanical engineer for the systems to operate at the optimum performance level.
Hydronic systems serve in the transfer of water in HVAC systems. Water flow volumes are measured in hydronic systems and adjusted according to design requirements determined by the mechanical engineer to achieve desired temperatures.
Throughout the life of an air system, it is important to periodically survey the air system to verify performance, protect health and safety and ensure efficiency. Matrix Air Balance, Inc. uses a variety of tests to detect problems and potential issues.
Throughout the life of a water system, it is important to periodically survey the water system to verify performance, protect health and safety and ensure efficiency. Matrix Air Balance, Inc. uses a variety of tests to detect problems and potential issues.
Prior to construction, readings on existing system conditions/settings are taken as a point of reference for post construction balancing or to evaluate the necessities of the upcoming construction project.
For hard to reach places that need inspection for damage and debris, Matrix Air Balance, Inc. has a special tool for the job. Baroscopic investigation visually confirms the existence or nonexistence of damage, debris, leakage, water, mold and any other kind of maladies.
Air system static pressure profiles allow the air balance technician get a general idea of where the air is going in an entire HVAC system or in an isolated section of ductwork.
Fans perform very differently once they are installed into the system they are going to be serving. A fan performance analysis will determine the efficiency of your fans performance.
Duct leakage testing is a method of testing the leakage rate of a specified section of ductwork. A section of ductwork is sealed off from the rest of the system and a test fan or duct pressure machine is used to generate the required test pressure. Projects that specify duct leakage testing have a design requirement of leakage not to be exceeded.
In hydronic systems that do not have balancing stations or circuit setters where a flow reading can be measured, an ultra sonic water meter can be used to determine the GPM. Ultra sonic water measurement is an innovative way to solve the common problem of measuring hydronic systems that were installed without water balancing in mind.
In the food service industry the expulsion of smoke, heat and grease from cooking ensures the safety and sanitary conditions of food preparation areas. Performance of equipment may be hindered by poor maintenance such as a buildup of grease.
Makeup air is a vital component in maintaining a buildings pressure. If an area is being served by an excessive amount of exhaust air, such as in the case of kitchen exhaust hoods and fume hoods, A makeup air unit is usually installed and will need to be tested and balanced.
Fume hoods are box-like structures that enclose a source of air contamination. The importance of fume hood performance is vital to safety. Faulty performance can cause contamination of employees and laboratories. Some materials used in fume hoods can even present a risk of explosion if not properly exhausted.
Isolation rooms are generally used in hospitals and medical facilities. The purpose of these isolation rooms is to contain germs within the room or to keep germs out.
Clean rooms are areas that are setup to maintain temperature, humidity, filtration of air particulates, and specified air flow. These clean rooms are used for special assembly plants, laboratories, hospitals, and any facility that requires a special atmosphere. Clean room testing procedures must adhere to Federal Standard 209 from the General Services Administration.
Seminars and Classes Offered to Licensed Architects and Mechanical Engineers
Stairwell pressurization is an important aspect of fire/life-safety. Stairwell pressurization must be tested to ensure adequate smoke control in a fire emergency.
Smoke testing is an aspect of life-safety that involves testing the amount of time it takes to evacuate smoke from a specified area via exhaust air systems. Some projects require smoke testing and a design evacuation time is stipulated by the mechanical engineer, city inspector or fire marshal.
Life-Safety systems detect smoke using smoke duct detectors and control the flow of smoke throughout a facility utilizing smoke/fire dampers when needed. Testing the function of these systems is vital in the overall protection of occupants in buildings.
HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filters are designed to target much smaller pollutants and particles. Particles are trapped by the process of interception, impaction or diffusion based on the type of HEPA filters being use. HEPA filters are general used in environments such as operating rooms, clean rooms and sterile environments.
Control systems operate the general function of HVAC components. These controls vary from pneumatic, digital, analog, or thermal. They have the ability to control sequences, energy efficiency, and comfort. It is important that the function of control systems is verified to remedy any installation or factory errors.
One of the methods for detecting leakage and temperature loss is to do a FLIR scan of ductwork. Thermal images of the ductwork are produced indicating where there is leakage by means of a temperature color spectrum chart.
For hard to reach places that need inspection for damage and debris, Matrix Air Balance, Inc. has a special tool for the job. Baroscopic investigation visually confirms the existence or nonexistence of damage, debris, leakage, water, mold and any other kind of maladies.
When a project is completed, a report is generated to reflect the overall outcome of the testing, adjusting and balancing that was performed. A set of CAD drawings is also created based on existing blueprints or field drawn sketches. Our office personnel are highly skilled in the meticulous art of CAD drawing and report organization.
HVAC systems can sometimes produce unnecessary or excessive sounds that can transfer into adjacent areas such as office spaces, where the sounds can become bothersome to the occupants. In extremes, excessive sound can even become hazardous, damaging hearing. Sound testing consists of the measurement of sound pressure levels, background noise, frequencies and then recording the findings of the tests.
Indoor air quality testing is performed to ensure that adequate ventilation exist in the building. High air particulate counts can cause an unhealthy environment and create hazardous conditions.
HVAC systems can sometimes produce unnecessary or excessive vibrations that can transfer into adjacent areas such as office spaces, where the vibrations can become bothersome or hazardous to the occupants. Excessive vibrations may also promote early mechanical failure and poor performance of HVAC equipment
Cooling towers are used in chilled water systems to remove heat energy from the system. The efficiency of cooling towers can be determined by a cooling tower performance test.
Building systems commissioning consists of verifying and recording data on the performance and efficiency of all systems in a building to ensure that they meet design requirements.