Quality Controls & Commissioning

We provide Lean-based total quality management and commissioning solutions across multiple high-tech markets on a global scale focused on Built-in-Quality (BIQ).

Since 1994, AM has provided expert Construction Quality and Commissioning Services that enable global blue-chip customers to ramp up to production seamlessly. Because of our unique processes and people, we provide a reliable and bespoke service that delivers schedule certainty, helping our customers gain cost certainty and time, improve processes, and increase production. We also offer dynamic instructor-led quality courses on-site or at designated customer locations, AM facilities, or other authorized training centers. With offices in North America, Europe, and Asia, we are able to provide services globally.

We specialize in program development and advanced specialized testing for sensitive environments. We have one of the largest NEBB teams in the industry and our global reach allows us to certify, test, and consult anywhere in the world. Our engineers and technicians are fully equipped to identify problems, suggest solutions, and self-perform corrections.

We serve Semiconductor, Life Sciences, University, Technology, Research, Pharmaceutical, Data Centers, Nuclear, and other high-tech facilities with the following service elements.

 

Commissioning. AM has meticulously crafted and refined its commissioning processes over the years, resulting in a tried-and-true methodology that guarantees optimal performance for both new and existing facilities. Our seasoned team of commissioning engineers conducts a comprehensive evaluation of facility systems, encompassing critical aspects like communications, interoperability, component functionality, occupant and managerial requirements, and various other parameters. This thorough assessment ensures that essential infrastructure systems are not only correctly designed and installed but also effectively maintained over time. Throughout the Full Life Cycle Commissioning process, our commissioning team collaborates seamlessly with the design, construction, and quality teams. Our Services include:

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Effective Support System
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Efficient Operational Path
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Key Performance Indicators
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Accurate Measuring Bulletins
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Document Control
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Energy and Utility Audits
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Skill Building
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Design Review

Cleanroom Testing and Certification. We are experienced in the most sensitive cleanroom environments from ISO Class 1 to 8 and cGMP facilities. We also have experience in USP 797 and USP 800 environments, including performing semi-annual and annual cleanroom testing. We customize each test procedure for location, layout, use, and risk level. Our services include:

  • Mini Environment Testing
  • Sample Extraction and Testing
  • HEPA Filter Installation Leak Test
  • HEPA Filter Pressure Drop
  • Air Velocity, Airflow Volume, and Room Air Change Rate
  • Air Cleanliness and Airborne Particle Recovery Surveys
  • Airborne Molecular Contamination (AMC)
  • Light Level and Sound Level Surveys
  • Vibration Surveys
  • Temperature/Relative Humidity Monitoring and Point in Time Survey
  • Room Pressurization Tests
  • Directional Airflow Survey Using Visible Vapor
  • Parallelism and Floor Conductivity Surveys
  • Electro-Static Discharge Monitoring and Static Charge Measurement
  • Certification For Bio Safety Cabinets, Laminar Flow Devices, and Exhaust Hoods

Mechanical. We develop customer-focused programs that support the inspection, testing, and compliance of mechanical systems installed in high-tech facilities. Our program development includes the development and execution of material inspections, recognized quality schools for customers and trades, and KPI quality tracking. Our inspections include:

  • Material Spark Testing
  • Cleanroom Air Distribution Systems
  • Cleanroom Exhaust Systems
  • Mechanical System Balancing Processes and Procedures
  • Fab Tech PSP Assembly
  • HPM Tool Testing
  • Midas and Vertex Testing
  • Perm Alert Installation and De-installation
  • VESDA Monitoring and Testing
  • Also Support Code Compliance For UMC, UBC, ASHRAE, and NFPA

Electrical. We build comprehensive programs that include inspection of electrical systems installed into high-tech facilities. Our programs are designed to minimize bottlenecks and delays throughout the construction process. Our services include:

  • Infrared Scanning Level I and Level II
  • Procedures For Electrical Safety, Power Distribution Systems, Energized Electrical Work, and De-energized Electrical Work
  • Verification of Final Panel Schedules and Continuity
  • Insulation Resistance Testing (Megger)
  • Conduit/Raceway Support Inspection
  • Verification of Phase Rotation, Metering, and Documentation of Voltage
  • Provide Medium Voltage Cable Splicing and Terminations, High-potential Megger Testing, and Third Party QA/QC Representation For General Contractors and Municipalities.
  • Also Support Code Compliance for NEC, NECA, UBC, and NFPA

Process Piping. We design best-in-class programs that ensure your process piping system meets or exceeds specifications and include analytical testing, inspection and compliance. This greatly reduces the amount of line failures and saves rework time while leaning out the construction process:

  • Third Party QAQC
  • Installation and Demolition Procedures
  • Specification Review
  • Design Conformance Review
  • Quality Training For All Installation Practices, Methods and Materials in Construction, Clean Build Methodologies
  • Nondestructive Examination and Testing (NDT)
  • NDE Level II Visual Weld Inspections
  • Digital and Video Borescopic Weld Inspection
  • Slope Verification
  • Welder Qualification
  • Material and Component Source Inspection
  • Off Site Fabrication Audits
  • Prefab Inspection and Verification, Passivation Verification, Field Installation Inspection
  • High Purity Process Piping Certification
  • Helium Leak Testing
  • Particle Testing and Analysis
  • Trace Gas Analysis
  • Total Hydrocarbon Analysis
  • Ultra Pure Water TOC Analysis
  • Gas Cabinet / Manifold Certification
  • Gas Product and Off Load Qualification
  • Water For Injection System Qualification (WFI Systems)
  • ASME B31.3
  • Owner Acceptance Verification, Facilities Acceptance Verification, Documented Turnover Packages

Architectural. We build inspection and compliance programs focused on cleanroom installation, pedestal inspections, and ceiling and wall systems. Our approach ensures that each cleanroom is built to specification to meet standard requirements. Our testing and inspection services include:

  • Cleanroom Architectural Components
  • Cleanroom Wall Systems
  • Cleanroom Ceiling Grid Systems
  • Cleanroom Raised Metal Floor Systems
  • Cleanroom Protocol and Certification Requirements
  • Concrete Forming and Placement
  • Structural Steel Fabrication and Erection
  • Also Support Code Compliance for UBC, ASME, AWS, ISO 14644, cGMP, and FDA

Life Science. We provide highly qualified engineering professionals and construction solutions to companies regulated by the FDA and international health agencies through a variety of services.

  • Installation Qualification (IQ)
  • Operational Qualification (OQ)
  • Performance Qualification (PQ)
  • Facility Acceptance Testing (FAT)
  • Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
  • Commissioning, Qualification, Validation (CQV)
  • Process Design
  • Cleaning Process

AM brings quality professionals that ensure early integration of all requirements and apply industry best known methods (BKM’s) that lead to successful quality projects.