Services we provide

Design, Consulting and Optimization Services for Mechanical Building Systems


Our passion

Peak performing, energy efficient, seamless operating, long lasting and reliable systems

About us

Passionate about creating bespoke and peak performing mechanical systems, a passion that governs our business approach and engineering services we provide.

Our core asset is extensive combined experience in design, construction and optimization of systems.

We can support you through all the three major building lifecycle stages: Design, Construction and Operation


Systems


  • Heating Systems
  • Cooling Systems
  • Chilled Water Systems

  • Ventilation Systems

  • Air Conditioning

  • Water Distribution Systems

  • Domestic Hot Water Systems

  • Foul Drainage Systems

  • Rainwater Drainage Systems


Sectors

With our extensive knowledge and expertise, we can support you on any type and any size of the project – residential, commercial, educational, healthcare, leisure, industrial, pharmaceutical and mission critical.

Design and Construction


Whether you're an investor, consultancy or a contractor company, our Charted SME Engineers can support you in any activity during the design and construction stages.


Design Support

Only a design underpinned with calculations, engineering theory and principles will perform as intended.

Whether you're maxed out in terms of engineering resources, or you need an

SME's input for your design, we are here to work with you.

Design Peer Reviews

Every design should be looked at with a fresh pair of eyes. This might be the single most important service that we provide – small investment but potentially a priceless one down the line.

Value Engineering

The best designs are often the simplest ones. We know our peers are always striving to make cost effective systems, but sometimes there can still be some room to simplify things and save money.

Site Inspections

We can assist in yet another crucial activity, rest assured, our site inspections are not a tick box exercise. They are thorough walkdowns evaluated against design, statutory documents, relevant codes, standards and good engineering practice.

Commissioning and Validation Support

No matter how good a design is, unless it is validated by commissioning, it will not perform as intended.

Very often we witness the discrepancy between the design intent and the actual operating parameters of the system. If you need someone to bridge this gap, we can support you.

System Surveys and Upgrades


We can assess condition and performance of your systems, and propose solutions in line with your budgets and requirements.


Surveys and Assessments

We can evaluate performance and efficiency of your systems. We can also identify any potential risks that could cause downtime and unplanned maintenance, which can result in operational and financial losses. Typical surveys and assessments we can offer:

  • System Performance Assessments
  • Condition Surveys
  • Technical Due Diligence
  • Dilapidation Surveys

System Upgrades

If you want your system to perform better, be more energy efficient and reliable, we can assist you. We will conduct a survey, provide you with options that meet your requirements and are in line with your budget. We will then provide you with the cost estimates, utilities / energy savings and payback periods.

System Operational Issues and Optimizations


We can offer any service to help resolve any issues you might experience with your system or a part of. We can help diagnose and rectify any issues that you might experience in day-to-day operation.

To name a few:

  • Sick building syndrome
  • Building overheating issues
  • Failing to meet the design parameters
  • Under-performing systems
  • Unbalanced systems
  • Low delta T syndrome
  • Excessive cycling of the equipment
  • Rapid deterioration of the pipework or equipment
  • Pump cavitation
  • System pressure issues
  • Accumulation of sludge and deposits in the systems
  • Health and safety issues (e.g. presence of Legionella, foul odors, etc.)

System Optimizations

Sometimes the systems don't need upgrades to perform better. All that is required is to identify one or a few key issues that prevent your system from reaching its full potential. Recommissioning, change of control strategy, fixing hydronic circuitry, replacing oversized or undersized equipment, etc. are simple fixes that can make a very big difference.

If you want to make the most out of your system with a small investment, we can help you achieve that.

Root Cause Analysis

If you are experiencing issues or you have had a major failure of your system or equipment, we can provide in-depth investigation and establish underlying problems. Once identified, we'll present our findings and propose solutions.

Contact us

DBK Engineering Consultancy

+353 89 969 0345

info@dbk.ie