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There is relatively little literature published on commissioning and start-up issues, and there have been significant shortages of good commissioning personnel worldwide, particularly for compressor stations.
In many cases, the trial-and-error approach during commissioning continues to be a common approach.
Commissioning, according to the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), is the process of verification, by documented inspection and testing, that building systems are installed and perform in accordance with approved design criteria, applicable industry standards and local codes.
Commissioning starts when the commissioning provider reviews the design of the systems that were included in the scope of work.
Firms that provide commissioning services include independent third-party commissioning providers (firms that focus only on commissioning), contractors, consulting engineers, design/build firms, manufacturers, and more.
ASHRAE, the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers, was instrumental in the initial implementation of commissioning back in 1996 when they were rooted in HVAC: They have come to realize, as so many others have, that all systems are instrumental to total facility operations.
"Commissioning lets those of us with no artistic genes be part of the creative process in a meaningful and exciting way."
Applications for the Barlow Prize and the commissioning programs must be postmarked no later than June 1, 2003.
Murphy is one of many Sailors who have used the Enlisted Commissioning Program to gain their commission.
Whereas an engineer may ensure the accuracy of design details and load calculations, a commissioning agent will look to mitigate the long-term and big-picture impact design may have on operation and maintainability of equipment, such as inadequate accessibility to doors or controls.
The MTNA Composer Commissioning Program is well served by a distinguished Composer Commissioning Advisory Committee.
It's a good idea if the State Commissioning Chair or the State President sends the selected composer a letter of congratulations.

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