BCRA Building Science Air Barrier Consultant/Testing Firm

BCRA Building Science Air Barrier Consultant/Testing Firm

BCRA Building Science AIR BARRIER EXPERTS 1 As leaders in the industry, BCRA Building Science incorporates a working knowledge of proven thermal, air, and moisture barrier techniques into the design, construction, and measurement/verification of the building envelope. This knowledge and understanding is fundamental when providing energy efficiency strategies specific to the building envelope. For the past decade, BCRA has studied not only the energy saving benefits of air barriers, but also the level of durability realized in the building envelope when a continuous air barrier is properly designed and constructed. Over the past several years, BCRA has worked with the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), among other government agencies, to develop new air tightness standards to improve durability and energy use in federal buildings. Building envelope and air tightness requirements are the result of this collaborative work. With design and construction teams now responsible to meet these new requirements, BCRA offers design and testing consulting services to assist design and construction teams in developing appropriate system design, construction observation, and intermediate and final testing of the completed facility. These services include providing system pricing, system options, computer modeling and analysis, Independent Technical Reviews (third party reviews), mock up unit construction/testing, and final testing that includes a whole building pressurization test and infrared thermographic survey. BCRA is a contributing editor for USACE Air Barrier Requirements and USACE Air Barrier Testing Protocol. Additionally, BCRA is a contributing author for the International Energy Agency Energy Conservation in Buildings and Community Systems Annex 46 Energy and Process Assessment Protocol, having authored Appendices F & G detailing proper implementation of Infrared Analysis of Buildings and Air Leakage Testing of Large Buildings. Providing the highest level of building envelope measurement and verification, BCRA is an industry pioneer. The mission of Building Science is to provide durable, energy efficient building envelope solutions working in conjunction with design and construction teams to best serve your needs.

2 USACE Administration Building 270 AIr barrier consultant & testing To date, this is the largest air leakage performance verification test to be completed in the nation per USACE s requirement of a performance verification test prior to building delivery. BCRA was contracted by Granger Contractors to provide consultation and testing for the USACE Administration Building 270 at the Detroit Arsenal in Warren, MI. BCRA had already been involved during the design and construction phases of this project, providing air barrier consulting through multiple design reviews and site visits at key air barrier installation milestones. USACE requirements dictate that a performance verification test be performed on the installed air barrier prior to building delivery. The USACE Protocol for air leakage testing, which incorporates ASTM E779 and C1060, were followed as indicated in the RFP. The building was completed and a leakage rate of 0.16cfm/sf @75Pa was achieved. The infrared survey located only minor areas of air leakage to be remedied. In addition to the enhanced interior environment, the u-shaped barracks creates an attractive, enclosed courtyard with a landscaped seating area. The project received the Silver Design Excellence Award from the Society of American Military Engineers, (SAME), Seattle- Mount Tacoma Posts. Detroit Arsenal, MI October 2010 352,500 SF $58,300 Design Technical Review

3 Dugway Lodge HVAC and Building Envelope Assessment BCRA was hired by Army Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Programs (FMWRC) to conduct a forensic investigation, including a review of building envelope and HVAC mechanical systems at Dugway lodge. Tasks performed included testing the thermal performance of the building envelope and confirmation that the air leakage rate of the building envelope did not exceed 0.3 cfm/sf at a pressure differential of 0.3 w.c. (75 Pa) in accordance with ASTM E779. During pressurization of the building, BCRA tested the completed building envelope using infrared thermography. Infrared cameras were used with a resolution of 0.1 degrees C or better. Testing was completed in accordance with ISO 6781:1983 and ASTM C1060-90. Air leakage pathway testing was completed using ASTM E1186-03, Standard Practices for Air Leakage Site Detection in Building Envelopes and Air Barrier Systems. BCRA also performed invasive testing on the exterior wall and window system to determine as-built performance of the building envelope. Dugway Proving Grounds, UT January 2008 40,000 SF $93,000 Envelope Energy Assessment HVAC Assessment Forensic Investigation

4 Roosevelt Hall Auditorium Envelope Consulting for Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Attack BCRA was retained to perform air pressure testing on the building envelope of the National War College National Strategic Gaming Center - Building 61A (annex) located at Fort McNair, Washington, DC. This investigation was limited in scope to performing an air pressure test on the air enclosure of the building relative to the requirements detailed in the RFP pertaining to chemical, biological, and radiological attack (CBR). The investigation for air-tightness involved a rate test to produce a quantifiable leakage rate of the enclosure. With a target leakage rate of 0.5cfm/sf @ 75Pa, as defined by the RFP, BCRA worked to define areas of major air leakage and provide solutions to tighten these areas. By working to tighten the envelope, the size and overall cost of the HEPA filter/hvac unit needed for the CBR enclosure was able to be significantly reduced. Fort McNair, Washington DC June 2009 16,000 SF $32,000 Envelope Consultant Historic Renovation Air Barrier Testing

5 US ARMY KOREA - Energy Optimization Assessments Camp Humphreys - Camp Walker - Camp Henry - Camp George - Camp Carroll BCRA conducted building envelope assessments as part of a team that performed energy optimization assessments for five US Army installations in Korea. As a part of the Annex 46 Initiative, the studies identify energy inefficiencies and wastes and propose energy-related projects with applicable funding and execution methods that could enable the installation to better meet energy reduction requirements mandated by Executive Order 13423 and Energy Policy Act (EPAct) 2005. The study was limited to the Level I assessment. The scope of the study included an analysis of building envelopes, ventilation air systems, controls, interior and exterior lighting, as well as evaluation of opportunities to use renewable energy resources. The study identified a total of 28 different potential energy conservation measures (ECMs), which were summarized in a report submitted to the USACE. Korea August 2009 >1,000,000 SF $32,000 Energy Optimization Assessment- Building Envelope

6 Battalion Complex AIr barrier consultant & performance verification test USACE requirements dictate that a performance verification test be performed on the installed air barrier prior to building delivery for federal projects. BCRA was contracted by Archer Western Contractors to provide consultation and testing for the Brigade Complex at Joint Base Lewis- McChord (JBLM), WA for USACE compliance. BCRA had involvement during the design and construction phases of this project providing air barrier consulting through multiple design reviews and multiple site visits at key air barrier installation milestones. The USACE Protocol for Testing Large Buildings was followed as indicated in the RFP. The building was completed and a leakage rate of 0.05 cfm/sf @75Pa was achieved. The infrared survey located only minor areas of air leakage to be remedied. JBLM, WA July 2011 34,000 SF $32,000 Design Technical Review

7 Willow Grove - Army Reserve Training Center AIr barrier consultant & testing Clayco Construction contracted with BCRA to provide consultation and testing for multiple building project in Willow Grove, PA. BCRA had involvement during the construction phases of this project, providing air barrier consulting through multiple design reviews and site visits at key air barrier installation milestones. ASTM E779 and C1060 were followed as indicated in the RFP. The building was completed and acceptable leakage rates were achieved for the Training Building, the Organizational Maintenance Shop (OMS) Office Block and the OMS High Bay. The infrared survey located only minor areas of air leakage to be remedied. Willow Grove, PA March 2010 138,000 SF $42,000 Confidence Testing

8 SOF TEUPH Barracks AIr barrier consultant & testing BCRA was contracted by Archer Western Contractors to provide consultation and testing for the Special Operations Forces Transient Enlisted Unaccompanied Personnel Housing (SOF TEUPH) barracks at Fort Bragg, NC. BCRA had involvement during the design and construction phases of this project, providing air barrier consulting through multiple design reviews and site visits at key air barrier installation milestones. USACE requirements dictate that a performance verification test be performed on the installed air barrier prior to building delivery. ASTM E779 and C1060 were followed as indicated in the RFP. The building was completed and a leakage rate of 0.17cfm/ sf @75Pa was achieved. The infrared survey located only minor areas of air leakage to be remedied. Fort Bragg, NC March 2010 225,500 SF $53,250 Design Technical Review

9 Basic Training Barracks and Company Operations Facility Building Envelope Commissioning Archer Western Contractors contracted BCRA to conduct building envelope consulting and commissioning on new construction project of two basic training barracks and company operations facilities (B-COFs) at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. Tasks performed included testing the air leakage of the building envelope and confirmation that the air leakage rate of the building envelope did not exceed 0.25 cfm/sf at a pressure differential of 0.3 w.c. (75 Pa) in accordance with USACE protocol. During pressurization of the building, BCRA tested the completed building envelope using infrared thermography. Infrared cameras were used with a resolution of 0.1 degrees C or better. Testing was completed in accordance with ISO 6781:1983 and ASTM C1060-90. Air leakage pathway testing was completed using ASTM E1186-03, Standard Practices for Air Leakage Site Detection in Building Envelopes and Air Barrier Systems. BCRA also performed water intrusion testing of the curtain wall systems in accordance with ASTM 1105. Fort Leonard Wood, MO June 2011 140,000 SF $58,000 Building Envelope Consulting Building Envelope Commissioning

10 5th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) Barracks Complex AIr barrier consultant & testing BCRA was hired by Archer Western to provide consultation and testing for the 5th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) Barracks at Fort Stewart, GA. BCRA had involvement during the design and construction phases of this project, providing air barrier consulting through design reviews and site visits at key air barrier installation milestones. USACE requirements dictate that a performance verification test be performed on the installed air barrier prior to building delivery. The construction of the 20, three-story barracks buildings was completed in July 2011, with successful tests on every building. BCRA provided testing in accordance with ASTM E779 and C1060 as indicated in the RFP, and followed the USACE Protocol for Large Building Air Leakage Testing. Building pressurization testing and infrared surveys were conducted to verify a building air leakage rate at or below the requirement of 0.25 cfm @ 75Pa. The average for all twenty buildings was 0.17cfm/sf @ 75Pa. Fort Stewart, GA July 2011 20 Barracks $128,000 Design Technical Review

11 Aviation Battalion Dining Facility (DFAC) Envelope Consulting for Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Attack Vet Industrial Contractors contracted BCRA to provide consultation and testing for the Aviation Battalion DFAC at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), WA. BCRA had involvement during the design and construction phases of this project, providing air barrier consulting through design reviews and site visits at key air barrier installation milestones. The construction of DFAC was completed in December 2011 with a successful test. BCRA provided testing in accordance with ASTM E779 and C1060 as indicated in the RFP, and folowed the USACE Protocol for Large Building Air Leakage Testing. Building pressurization testing and infrared surveys were conducted to verify a building air leakage rate at or below the requirement of 0.25 cfm @ 75Pa. The leakage rate achieved was a 0.21 cfm/sf @ 75Pa. JBLM, WA December 2011 29,000 SF $23,000 Design Technical Review

12 FY09 Bachelor Enlisted Quarters (BEQ) AIr barrier consultant & testing BCRA was retained by Archer Western / RQ to provide consultation and testing for the FY09 Bachelor Enlisted Quarters (BEQs) at Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune. BCRA has had involvement during the design and construction phases of this project, providing air barrier consulting through design reviews and site visits at key air barrier installation milestones. NAVFAC requirements dictate that a performance verification test be performed on the installed air barrier prior to building delivery. The construction of the 5, three-story barracks buildings and the 6, five-story barracks buildings are completed and the buildings have been tested. The barracks are located at Camp Johnson, Courthouse Bay, Point Hadnot, and French Creek. BCRA provided testing in accordance with ASTM E779 and C1060 as indicated in the RFP. Building pressurization testing and infrared surveys will be conducted to verify a building air leakage rate at or below the requirement of 0.25 cfm @ 75Pa. MCB Camp Lejeune, NC Ongoing 11 Barracks $141,000 Design Technical Review

13 Joshua W. Soto Physical Fitness Center AIr barrier consultant & testing BCRA was contracted by Alutiiq International Solutions LLC to provide consultation and testing for the Joshua W. Soto Physical Fitness Center at Fort Bliss, TX. BCRA had involvement during the design and construction phases of this project, providing air barrier consulting through multiple design reviews and multiple site visits at key air barrier installation milestones. USACE requirements dictate that a performance verification test be performed on the installed air barrier prior to building delivery. ASTM E779 and C1060 were followed as indicated in the RFP. The building was completed and a leakage rate of 0.19 cfm/sf @75Pa was achieved. The infrared survey located only minor areas of air leakage to be remedied. Fort Bliss, TX March 2010 58,000 SF $62,000 Design Technical Review

Current Noteable Projects air barrier EXPERTs Brigade Company Operations Facilities fort bliss, tx Air Force/ Navy Culinary Training School Fort Lee, VA Air Force/ Navy Transportation Mgmt. School Fort Lee, VA School Age Services Center Fort Wainwright, AK Tactical Equipment Maintenance Facility Fort Drum, NY Company Operations Facility Fort Drum, NY 5 x 5 ADA Company Operations Facility jblm, WA Central Issue Facility Fort Lee, VA 5th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Barracks (20 Barracks) Fort Stewart, GA 192nd Explosive Ordinance Disposal Company Operations Facility Fort Bragg, NC Drill Sgt. Training Facility & Dining Facility Fort Jackson, SC Special Operational Forces (SOF) Indoor Firing Range jblm, WA US Army Administration Building Detroit Arsenal, MI Brigade Complex jblm, WA 16th Cav Regt General Instruction Building Fort Benning, GA Tactical Equipment Maintenance Facility jblm, WA Tactical Equipment Maintenance Facility Fort Stewart, GA Whole Barracks Renewal, Barracks & Company Operations Facilities Fort Bragg, NC Medical Examiners Facility Dover AFB, DE BTC Barracks & Company Operations Facilities Fort Leonard Wood, MO Unaccompanied Enlisted Personnel Housing (UEPH) Barracks Fort Myer, VA Weapons Repair Shop Fort Benning, GA Starship Barracks Renovation Fort Sill, OK University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) Supercomputing Center Cheyenne, WY 14 MILITARY BASES BCRA OFFICES BCRA PROJECT LOCATIONS PHILIPPINES HEADQUARTERS TACOMA, WA (253) 627.4367 ALASKA SEATTLE, WA (206) 625.3300 ALEXANDRIA, VA (703) 647.7522 WENATCHEE, WA (509) 663.7263 MANILA, PH +(632) 846.7048 GUAM HAWAIIAN ISLANDS BCRADESIGN.COM SOUTH KOREA PROJECT LOCATIONS MILITARY BASES ALASKA FORT WAINWRIGHT NAVAL AIR STATION ADAK USCG, PT. CLARENC USCG, JUNEAU USCG, KODIAK CALIFORNIA MCAGCC TWENTYNINE PALMS PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY COLORADO BUCKLEY AFB DELAWARE DOVER AFB GEORGIA FORT STEWART FORT BENNING HAWAII USCG, SAND ISLAND IDAHO NAVAL ACOUSTIC RESEARCH DETACHMENT KANSAS FORT LEAVENWORTH KENTUCKY FORT CAMPBELL FORT KNOX LOUISIANA FORT POLK MICHIGAN USCG, EAST TAWAS DETROIT ARSENAL MISSISSIPPI USCG, GREENVILLE NCBC, GULFPORT TUPELO MISSOURI FORT LEONARD WOOD WHITEMAN AFB MONTANA MALMSTROM AFB NEW JERSEY USCG, CAPE MAY FORT DIX NEW YORK FORT DRUM NEVADA NAVAL AIR STATION FALLON NORTH CAROLINA FORT BRAGG CAMP LEJEUNE OKLAHOMA FORT SILL OREGON USCG GROUP AIR STATION PORTLAND AIR NATIONAL GUARD TUALATIN SOUTH CAROLINA FORT JACKSON TEXAS FORT BLISS FORT HOOD UTAH DUGWAY PROVING GROUND VIRGINIA FORT LEE FORT EUSTIS FORT BELVOIR FORT MYER WASHINGTON CAMP MURRAY FAIRCHILD AFB JOINT BASE LEWIS McCHORD ILWACO COAST GUARD STATION JPRTF WEST AT WHITE BLUFFS NAVAL AIR STATION WHIDBEY ISLAND NAVAL BASE KITSAP NAVAL STATION EVERETT NAVAL UNDERSEA WARFARE CENTER KEYPORT PUGET SOUND NAVAL STATION YAKIMA FIRING CENTER NAVAL BASE BANGOR WASHINGTON, DC FORT MCNAIR SOUTH KOREA INCHEON, KYONGGI CAMP CARROLL CAMP GEORGE CAMP HENRY CAMP HUMPHREYS CAMP WALKER