Velocity is Distech Controls’ Newest System Integrator

Located in Seattle, the Bush School designed its Upper School campus to meet the stringent energy efficiency goals of a Passive House certification.  With construction complete and commissioning in its final stages, Velocity’s Brad Sharp was called to inspect and provide remedies necessary to ensure the installed HVAC system would perform per net neutrality goals.

After meeting on site with the design Engineer, Controls contractor, and Hermanson construction staff, Brad Sharp and Velocity Technician Kelcy Ayres were able to diagnose a manufacturing flaw in the air handler, pinpoint minor issues with the controls, and confirm that the unit and exhaust ductwork is functioning as designed.  (The impeccable craftsmanship of Hermanson’s Sheet Metal crew led by Foreman Loren Hopen achieved an unheard-of duct leakage of only 1.5%!)

Having Engineering, Controls, Sheet Metal, TAB, and Project Management teams on site resulted in a successful resolution and achieved an exhaust system exceeding design tolerance.

https://time.com/6143799/covid-19-indoor-air-cleaning/

A recent Time magazine article discusses the importance of Indoor Air Quality as we transition from a COVID pandemic response to ongoing endemic solutions.

Contact Brad Sharp at Velocity Building Technical Services to discuss how best to implement them.

Brad Sharp, CHC

Director of Technical Services Velocity BTS

Brads@velocitybts.com

Velocitybts.com

(425) 350-0905

 

Be sure to review our listing on  Northwest Energy Efficiency Council (NEEC) website for the full range of services we offer.

Let Velocity BTS be your Energy Subject Matter Expert in 2022 for upcoming energy audits, compliance, and operational savings.

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Looking to ensure you have a safe working environment for you and your occupants? There is a prescriptive path established by the National Energy Management Institute (NEMI) that meets or exceeds all current OSHA, WHO, CDC and ASHRAE guidelines. This collaborative and interactive process will ensure that all possible steps are taken to ensure a safe indoor environment. Once implemented, we can provide a COVID-19 Reopening Ventilation Verification Certificate you can present to occupants/tenants.

The attached White Paper by National Energy Management Institute outlines these concrete implementation steps to verify that building air ventilation and filtration systems meet or exceed these important standards.

Contact Clair Gehrt (clairg@velocitybts.com / 206-751-2047) to find out how Velocity Building Technical Services can help you implement these steps within your building.
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We are excited for 2022! Velocity BTS has secured a channel partnership with ABB and will be the first in the region to supply, install, and service ABB Cylon Building Automation + BrainBox AI analytic platform.

Interested in finding out how this technology can improve occupant comfort and safety, assist in meeting regulatory guidelines, and impact the long-term operational savings of your building?

For more information, contact:

Brad Sharp brads@velocitybts.com

Jamil Alajasir jamila@velocitybts.com

Clair Gehrt clairg@velocitybts.com

Velocity Building Technical Service welcomes Jamil Aljasir as Director of Energy Services.  Jamil brings over 20 years of experience in mechanical design, commissioning, LEED administration, and energy assessments.  With his diverse and extensive expertise, Jamil can assist building owners with energy ordnance compliance and optimizing their long-term operational costs.   Jamil’s qualifications will round out Velocity’s service offerings in building commissioning, auditing, tune-ups, clean buildings act compliance, indoor air quality, and energy conservation.

Reach out to Jamil with your questions or concerns at:  jamila@velocitybts.com

You see it everywhere — HELP WANTED signs.  The service industry is not immune to the post-pandemic labor shortage.

However, at Velocity, we have assembled an exceptional group of dedicated technicians that complete a well-rounded service offering including TAB, Commissioning, Controls, Fire Life Safety, and Indoor Air Quality.

Meet the service techs ready to help you optimize your healthy building.

 

Brian Clement – TAB Journeyman

Brian brings over 35 years of industry knowledge including 20 years of TAB experience to Velocity.  Brian enjoys yard work and home improvement projects in his free time.

 

 

Kelcy Ayers – TAB Apprentice

With a background in commercial HVAC controls installations and check & commissioning, Kelcy entered the TAB Apprenticeship program to add to her skillset.  When Kelcy is not at work she enjoys camping and fishing all over the state and is building her vacation home in Wyoming.

 

Mike Maggard – Controls Journeyman

Mike began his career in the electrical union but transitioned to HVAC controls. He holds universal refrigeration and electrical certifica-tions.  Mike works with Velocity Controls (programming), TAB, and Fire Life Safety. Mike enjoys being outside bike riding, camping, and spending time at the beach.

 

Angela Ropel – TAB Journeyman

Angela entered the TAB apprenticeship to follow her passion of providing energy solutions to building owners. Angela enjoys camping, completing home improvement projects, and currently serves in the Army Reserve.

 

Chance Daigan – TAB Apprentice/SM Journeyman

Chance has 8 years of experience working in K-12 schools.  He has decided to enter the TAB Apprenticeship because he loves learning and wants to broaden his skill set. Chance enjoys camping with friends.

 

Dave Petrie – Lead TAB Foreman

Dave brings over a decade of experience in mechanical construction and has worked on the  Space Needle and Weyehauser HQ.  Dave has been a proctor and judge for the TABB Technician certification test for the past 5 years. Dave enjoys riding his motorcycle, camping, and taking vacations in Texas to visit his son.