Our post-project services are based on a strategy of establishing a complete operations and maintenance (O&M) plan to maintain and prolong the service life of important and expensive building systems, particularly heating, cooling, and ventilation (HVAC).
Creating and implementing an O&M strategy helps to keep these systems from breaking down at inopportune times and ensures that they run at maximum efficiency.
We use modernized O&M tactics in conjunction with the internet of things (IoT) to improve facility management operations and maintenance efficiency while also identifying cost-cutting options.
The Operation and Maintenance (O&M) plan is a guide for routine maintenance of the moving parts and motors of pumps and fans used in HVAC, fire extinguishing, and sanitary systems, elevators, and all electrical systems in the facility or building. Regular system checks and maintenance assist prevent equipment and system failures, which can halt operations or, worse, pose a health risk to employees. A preventative maintenance strategy has traditionally relied on the manufacturer's recommendations for maintenance procedures and frequency.
An emergency/contingency plan is created to list procedures to follow in the event of a system failure. Even with good maintenance, unexpected emergencies may happen. Having an emergency plan is essential to minimizing operational risks and ensuring the safety and comfort of occupants. When poorly maintained equipment and critical systems fail, irreparable damage may occur, or compensation may be very costly. Emergency/contingency plans are essential to avoid such situations.
A budget for maintenance and repair, as well as eventual equipment replacement, should be included in the O&M strategy. Every mechanical equipment has an expected life span that varies depending on its type and service load, and it should be monitored throughout that time. Proper budgeting can help avoid major disruptions and sometimes the exorbitant costs of having to change something unexpectedly.