Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing (TAB)
Comprehensive TAB and System Commissioning Services
Our Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing (TAB) services are a cornerstone of our broader consulting on the construction, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and optimization of building systems. We ensure all MEP and Fire Protection systems are tested and verified to operate at peak performance and meet all design specifications.
Mechanical Systems
The core of our TAB services focuses on ensuring the performance and efficiency of your mechanical infrastructure. We conduct detailed assessments and adjustments on a wide range of equipment.
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Boilers (Low and HP Boilers), chillers, heat pumps
Air handling units (AHUs), fan coil units (FCUs)
All Air and All water systems
Indoor Air Quality
Cooling Towers and Auxiliary equipment
Refrigerant Optimization.
Variable air volume (VAV) systems
Exhaust and makeup air systems, Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems
Fluid Handling Systems- Pumps, Fans, Blowers, Converters and Heat Exchangers
Testing Adjusting and Balancing of Air and Water Systems
Sump Pumps and Ejectors and Deep Well Pumps and Booster Systems
Dewatering Systems
Steam and Hydronics Systems Optimization
Domestic Hot Water Systems
Building Automation Systems (BAS)
Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) / Heat Recovery Ventilators (HRVs)
Ductwork and air distribution systems
Refrigeration systems (for cold storage or process cooling)
Smoke control and stair pressurization systems
Boilers and Pressure Vessel Testing, Condition Assessment- Done by Certified National Board Boiler and Pressure Vessels Inspectors
Electrical Systems
While not traditional “balancing,” the testing and commissioning of electrical systems are vital for ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability as part of a whole-building assessment.
Electrical Service Upgrades – Load Letters
Main service switchgear and distribution panels
Transformers and substations
Emergency power systems (generators, UPS)
Lighting systems (interior, exterior, emergency)
Lighting controls and occupancy sensors
Receptacle and branch circuit wiring
Fire alarm and detection systems
Lightning protection and grounding systems
Telecommunications and data systems
Security and access control systems
Electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure
Renewable energy systems (solar PV, wind, battery storage)
Plumbing Systems
Our TAB principles extend to plumbing through precise flow rate and pressure testing, ensuring systems operate efficiently and reliably.
Domestic cold and hot water supply
Sanitary waste and vent systems
Stormwater drainage and retention
Water heating systems (tank, tankless, solar)
Booster pumps and pressure-reducing valves
Backflow prevention devices
Greywater and rainwater harvesting system
Compressed air and vacuum systems (for labs and industrial use)
Fire Protection Systems
Testing and verifying fire protection systems is a critical life-safety service. We ensure that all components are balanced and functioning together to respond effectively in an emergency.
Fire sprinkler systems (wet, dry, pre-action, deluge)
Standpipe and hose systems
Fire pumps and controllers
Fire alarm and detection systems (smoke, heat, CO detectors)
Fire suppression systems (clean agent, foam, CO₂, kitchen hood)
Smoke control and evacuation systems
Fire-rated assemblies and firestopping
Emergency voice/alarm communication systems (EVACS)
Fire command center and annunciator panels
FDNY Letter of Approval
Kitchen Equipment Testing- Exhaust, Make Up air, TAB, Pressurization and Range Spillage Testing
