Commercial

 
InterPark Office Building
Parsippany, New Jersey
82,000 sf

WCx was hired by Commercial Realty Group to test and certify the building atrium smoke evacuation system at CRG’s InterPark Office Building, to satisfy the criteria of the local fire marshal as well as NFPA requirements.

To perform this work, WCx designed the testing plan required, performed testing and re-testing of the atrium smoke evacuation system, and provided a certified report documenting the results. As part of the final report, WCx developed and provided an atrium smoke evacuation standard operating procedure for the building moving forward, monthly and quarterly maintenance protocols, and a detailed plan to carry out the required annual tests of the system.

 
CrossPoint at Valley Forge
Wayne, Pennsylvania
283,000 sf

The CrossPoint at Valley Forge project involved the comprehensive redevelopment and expansion of an office complex formerly known as the Valley Forge Office Center. Partnering with multiple stakeholders, the project team transformed two out of date office buildings into one contiguous, fully modernized corporate center by connecting them with a dramatic all glass atrium lobby. The new building was also re-skinned with a glass and precast concrete façade and upgraded with new HVAC systems, new elevators and all new common area finishes. The expansive amenities center includes a full service cafe, off hours coffee bar, conference center, fully equipped fitness center and common area seating. Covered executive parking adds convenience and a beautifully landscaped courtyard creates a park-like setting.

CrossPoint is anchored by lead tenant Teleflex Inc., a publicly traded global medical device company. Teleflex’s new 85,000 SF Global Headquarters was constructed to consolidate operations for 160 regional employees and take advantage of the facility’s optimal location, visibility and first rate amenities. The project team is pursuing LEED Gold certification.

Systems commissioned by WCx for the Core & Shell building include the building automation system (BAS), a series of packaged rooftop air handling units, fan-powered and cooling only VAV terminal units, electric heaters, exhaust fans and air distribution ductwork, including verification of the duct air leakage testing onsite (DALT). WCx also verified the air testing and balancing, lighting controls system and domestic hot water system for the Core & Shell.

 
Coca-Cola Warehouse / Distribution Center
Monmouth Junction, New Jersey
226,000 sf

In 2011, to achieve its goals for strategic growth, Coca-Cola Refreshments consolidated multiple facilities into a new 226,000 square foot distribution center. With proximity to major interstate highways and access to the seaports, the facility reinforces the increasing industrial activity in the regional market.

As a LEED Silver certified building, the new facility also aligns with the company’s corporate values of sustainability. Insulated precast wall panels improve the thermal performance of the building envelope and required less time and energy for construction.

WCx provided commissioning services under LEED 2009 for New Construction. Systems commissioned included HVAC, building automation, lighting controls, plumbing and domestic hot water systems, fire sprinkler and a rooftop photovoltaic array.

 
Distribution Center
Carteret, New Jersey
232,000 sf

The project involved core and shell construction of approximately 232,000 total square feet of distribution center space, designed with lighting, fans and heating. The project embraced and incorporated principles of sustainable design, and has a goal of LEED 2009 Core & Shell certification at the certified level.

This one-story distribution center, located in Carteret, New Jersey, will function as a corporate warehouse. The facility features offices and warehouse/distribution space. Other support areas are also provided.

Systems commissioned by WCx include the Building Automation System (BAS), heating and ventilating units, unit heaters, exhaust/transfer fans, lighting controls and HVAC Test and Balance verification.

LEED Certified

Architect: KSS Architects

 
Office and Showroom
San Diego, California
2,400 sf

Since its start in 1983, Humanscale has built a solid reputation—and amassed an impressive trophy collection—as an office furniture design and innovation leader. Humanscale’s dedication to the environment transcends beyond its products and material content, to the office spaces it occupies. Outfitted with Humanscale products, its offices across the globe embody principles of sustainable design and a number of them have achieved LEED certification.

The 2,400 SF office and showroom in downtown San Diego is located on historic Market Street in the Olde Cracker Factory building, dating back to 1913. It is one of several Humanscale projects that have been commissioned by WCx; in 2009 and 2010 we commissioned their offices in Philadelphia, and Atlanta.

WCx was hired to provide LEED fundamental commissioning services per LEED 2009 for Commercial Interiors. Systems commissioned include HVAC systems, lighting controls, a Lutron daylight harvesting system and the domestic hot water heating system. Test and balance repeatability verification was also performed.

LEED Gold Certified

Sustainability Consultant: The Sheward Partnership

 
Comcast Center Office Tower*
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1.25 million sf

Comcast Center, the 58-story headquarters of the Fortune 100 multimedia giant, is the tallest skyscraper in Philadelphia and one of the world’s tallest LEED Gold certified buildings. Opened in 2008, it is now an iconic part of the city’s skyline and contains some of its most desirable Class A office space.

WCx was hired to provide facility oversight services by examining maintenance logs and building systems operations with the facility engineer and other key Comcast Center staff. These oversight responsibilities also include regular visits to review the performance and service of the equipment, after which we report our findings and recommend service modifications. The project scope also includes log sheets and field reports to verify ongoing commissioning activities.

Architect: Robert A.M. Stern Architects

 
Office Building 201 Gibralter Road*
Horsham, Pennsylvania
48,000 sf

Liberty Property Trust (LPT) has partnered with PECO Energy and the Department of Energy to undertake a three-phase “Smart Grid” project whereby LPT would provide intelligent energy management systems for HVAC and lighting controls in order to reduce energy consumption and peak demand.

Phase 2 comprises four properties, of which this is one. The one-story, 48,331 square foot office building, constructed in 1983, is occupied by multiple tenants. The existing HVAC system consists of packaged rooftop units, with air distributed by a VAV system with reheat. The equipment is controlled by a DDC building automation system.

WCx’s retro-commissioning scope of work included the HVAC system and controls, the dimmable lighting control system, the metering and demand response system, and verification of the integration of the control systems. During the course of commissioning, any energy conservation measures and capital improvements deemed to be energy efficient were identified to the owner.

Architect: N/A

 
Office Building 200 Lakeside Drive*
Horsham, Pennsylvania
56,000 sf

Liberty Property Trust (LPT) has partnered with PECO Energy and the Department of Energy to undertake a three-phase “Smart Grid” project whereby LPT would provide intelligent energy management systems for HVAC and lighting controls in order to reduce energy consumption and peak demand.

Phase 2 comprises four properties, of which this is one. The one-story, 56,235 square foot office building, constructed in 1982, is occupied by multiple tenants. The existing HVAC system consists of packaged rooftop units, with air distributed by a VAV system including series fan-powered VAV boxes. The equipment is controlled by a DDC building automation system.

WCx’s retro-commissioning scope of work included the HVAC system and controls, the dimmable lighting control system, the metering and demand response system, and verification of the integration of the control systems. During the course of commissioning, any energy conservation measures and capital improvements deemed to be energy efficient were identified to the owner.

Architect: N/A

 
Office Building 300 Chesterfield Parkway*
Malvern, Pennsylvania
27,000 sf

Liberty Property Trust (LPT) has partnered with PECO Energy and the Department of Energy to undertake a three-phase “Smart Grid” project whereby LPT would provide intelligent energy management systems for HVAC and lighting controls in order to reduce energy consumption and peak demand.

Phase 3 comprises four properties, of which this is one. This single-story office building, built in 1989, has 27,327 gross square feet, with one tenant occupying the entire building. The HVAC system consists of packaged rooftop units, with air distribution ductwork. The equipment is controlled by a DDC building automation system.

WCx’s retro-commissioning scope of work included the HVAC system and controls, the dimmable lighting control system, the metering and demand response system, and verification of the integration of the control systems. During the course of retro-commissioning, any energy conservation measures (ECMs) and capital improvements deemed to be energy efficient were identified to the owner.

 
Office Building One Country View Road*
Malvern, Pennsylvania
55,000 sf

The project involved the complete exterior and interior renovation of an existing, two-story, 55,000 square foot office building that had already been partially pre-leased to FM Global. FM Global has signed a lease to occupy 22,000 square feet of the second floor upon completion of the renovations.

Renovations included new mechanical systems, new electrical systems, bathrooms, new core and lobby areas, all new glazing, and all new site lighting along with new landscaping for the entire site. The building was designed to achieve LEED Gold certification upon completion, and it has achieved that goal.

Systems commissioned by WCx include the Core & Shell HVAC system controls, the electrical sub-metering system and its interface with the controls, packaged variable air volume rooftop units with electric heat and variable speed return fans, VAV terminal units, electric duct heaters, cabinet unit heaters, and exhaust fans. WCx also performed air test and balance verification. Electrical systems commissioned for the Core & Shell facility included the emergency power system and the lighting control system. Core & Shell plumbing systems commissioned included the electric storage domestic water heaters and pumping, and the domestic water booster pumping. Life safety systems commissioned included the fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems for the Core & Shell.

 
Office Building 1200 Liberty Ridge Drive*
Wayne, Pennsylvania
89,000 sf

Liberty Property Trust (LPT) has partnered with PECO Energy and the Department of Energy to undertake a three-phase “Smart Grid” project whereby LPT would provide intelligent energy management systems for HVAC and lighting controls in order to reduce energy consumption and peak demand.

Phase 3 comprises four properties, of which this is one. This three-story office building, built in 2001, has 89,165 gross square feet and is presently occupied by multiple tenants. The HVAC system consists of packaged rooftop units, with air distributed by a VAV system. The equipment is controlled by a DDC building automation system.

WCx’s retro-commissioning scope of work included the HVAC system and controls, the dimmable lighting control system, the metering and demand response system, and verification of the integration of the control systems. During the course of retro-commissioning, any energy conservation measures (ECMs) and capital improvements deemed to be energy efficient were identified to the owner.

 
Republic Square Phase II
Washington, D.C.
238,000 sf

Description coming soon.

 
Navy Yard and Naval Support Activity*
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
339,000 sf

The first official facility of its kind in the United States, the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard was once a leading industrial site. However, after its peak usage during World War II, the shipyard experienced a steady decline and was eventually decommissioned in 1995. Since then, it has been rechristened simply the “Navy Yard” and largely through the efforts of the Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation (PIDC) has become a vibrant, mixed-use industrial and commercial hub supporting a blend of corporate, institutional and government tenants.

WCx provided retro-commissioning services to evaluate and test the HVAC systems in ten buildings at the site. The primary goals of this effort were to improve occupant comfort, environmental quality and energy efficiency.

Project tasks involved the re-enabling of existing system capabilities, verification of equipment performance including controls optimization, testing, and adjusting and balancing of air and water systems. As part of the retro-commissioning process, the calibration of temperature, humidity, flow and static pressure sensors and the re-implementation of operating, setback temperatures and occupancy schedules based on building usage were performed.

Architect: Turtle Associates

 
Lehigh Valley West Distribution Center
Alburtis, Pennsylvania
232,000 sf

The project involves the construction of a 493,200 SF, one-story warehouse in Lower Macungie Township, Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. The facility will function as a corporate warehouse. It will feature offices and warehouse/distribution space. Other support areas will also be provided.

The construction is core and shell warehouse space, designed with lighting, fans and heating. The project has embraced and incorporated principles of sustainable design, and has a goal of LEED 2009 Core & Shell certification per requirements of the USGBC.

Systems commissioned include heating and ventilating units, unit heaters, exhaust fans, the Building Automation System (BAS), lighting control systems and HVAC Test and Balance repeatability.

Architect: KSS Architects

 
Linden Administration Building
Linden, New Jersey
41,400 sf

In 2009, as part of a green initiative and under LEED for Commercial Interiors version 2.0, PSE&G renovated an existing three-story, 41,400 square foot administration building that is attached to a retired power generating station built in the 1950s. WCx provided commissioning and sustainability consulting services on the project, which encompassed replacement of mechanical and building automation systems, upgrade of electrical and plumbing systems, and a new fire alarm system.

Mechanical systems commissioned include variable air volume packaged rooftop units with gas heat serving multiple floors of VAV terminal units with hot water reheat coils, rooftop energy recovery units, indoor heating and ventilating air handling units, a series of ductless split system A/C units with variable refrigerant flow control, and hot water unit heaters for supplemental perimeter heating. Electrical and plumbing systems were also addressed.

LEED Silver Certified

Architect: UJMN Architects + Designers

 
SMD Modular Building
Sewaren, New Jersey
2,160 sf

When PSEG SMD outgrew its existing office, the company set its sights on a new space that would be consistent with its commitment to a greener future.

PSEG realized its vision with a new facility that was ready for occupancy in less than 90 days. Working in lock step with representatives of PSEG, ModSpace built the new office from four modules that can be easily relocated and reused, which will reduce future building costs and construction waste.

Exterior and interior aesthetics were designed and built to match the look and feel of PSEG’s neighboring building just 20 feet away.

The building incorporates systems that reduce water consumption and enhance energy performance. Indoor Air Quality was a signifi cant part of pursuing LEED certification. The IAQ management plan involved the use of low emitting materials, and controllability of lighting and thermal comfort systems. Careful construction waste management, the use of recycled content and recyclability were also keys to keeping the project sustainable.

Systems commissioned include a packaged DX heat pump unit with Thermafusers, lighting controls and domestic hot water systems. HVAC Test and Balance verification was also performed by WCx.

Architect: UJMN Architects + Designers

 
US Department of Agriculture Plant Inspection Station
Linden, New Jersey
30,000 sf

The project involved tenant fitout of approximately 30,000 square feet of existing warehouse space for laboratory and office spaces for a USDA Plant Inspection Station. The Plant Inspection Station facility is the front line of defense against pests and diseases from imported plants, while facilitating export of plant propagative materials through the phytosanitary certification system. The building is staffed by botanists, pathologists, entomologists, plant health safeguarding specialists and support personnel tasked with evaluating shipments passing through the Newark/Elizabeth area.

Systems commissioned by WCx include the building automation system (BAS), HVAC systems including variable volume air handling systems with terminal units and hot water reheat, verification of the testing and balancing, lighting control system, domestic hot water system and fire protection systems.

 
2.0 University Place*
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
100,000 sf

Description coming soon.