Quick Answer How does rigorous QA/QC oversight ensure dependable MEP design for multifamily projects? VP Engineering’s dedicated QA/QC process employs vigilant oversight through multiple review stages, independent verification, and proactive quality control measures. Our design managers conduct reviews at 50%, 75%, and 90% completion stages, ensuring every drawing, connection, and dimension meets standards before delivery. […]
Quick Answer The 2024 North Carolina Building Codes introduce significant MEP updates for multifamily and senior living projects. Key changes include: reduced continuous kitchen exhaust from 25 CFM to 50 CFM, formal incorporation of A2L refrigerants with ASHRAE 15 compliance, expanded GFCI protection to all 120V/240V receptacles throughout dwelling units, optional mixing valves when using […]
ERRCS and DAS: Installing Lifesaving Radio Systems to Aid Emergency Personnel & Meet Fire Code Emergency Responder Radio Communication Systems (ERRCS) is the 2-way radio system used in buildings for emergency needs. In addition to being heavily depended on by emergency personnel, these systems are also now required in buildings to meet fire code. To […]
With a number of electrical system options, it is imperative to choose the right system for your project. Residential and commercial electrical systems are vastly different, from the way each system is installed and how they run, to their effectiveness and efficiencies. To feel confident the system you choose can manage the expected power load, […]
By Kosta Pappas Whether for work or family, we travel a lot here at VP, so much so we’ve created a blog series titled “Travels with VP” that reflect on our adventures — whether it’s as simple as a recommendation for a brewery with a great IPA on tap or the exploration of a MEP-related […]
Earlier this year, VP Engineering reached a major milestone as a company — the 15th anniversary since first opening our doors as an MEP consulting firm in Charlotte! We’ve accomplished (and learned!) a lot since that time, and thought it was only appropriate to create a campaign around the number “15” to celebrate. Since our […]
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