D&K structural engineers provide analysis, design, inspection, and evaluation of structural systems. We have conducted investigations of existing structural systems and provided structural analysis, design, and detailing assistance for industrial, institutional, and commercial clients. Our teams design new, contemporary, and historic structures that employ steel, concrete, timber, and masonry. We design for building and equipment…
D&K’s mechanical engineers design efficient heating, cooling, ventilation, and plumbing systems tailored to each building’s unique needs. We address key challenges, such as environmental controls, building constraints, code compliance, occupant safety, and energy performance. Our teams provide cost-effective solutions for both new construction and renovations. Projects range from single-discipline efforts to full-service, multidisciplinary design and…
D&K’s electrical engineering team provides comprehensive design services for power, lighting, communications, and instrumentation systems across governmental, institutional, commercial, and residential buildings. Our teams perform field investigations, system assessments, and evaluations to support reliable and efficient design solutions through construction. Our electrical staff collaborate closely with clients, architects, and design teams to create energy-efficient systems…
D&K’s commissioning team supports successful, long-term, high-performing facilities. Our licensed commissioning agent and support staff conduct commissioning (Cx) and retro-commissioning (RCx) services for a broad range of projects from conceptual design to post-system and occupant verification based on ASHRAE standards and client-specific requirements. D&K’s Cx system experience ranges from HVAC and DDC controls to electrical…
To support construction of a new 95,000-SF two-story women’s state prison facility, D&K provided commissioning services for mechanical (HVAC), smoke control systems, the building energy management system, and the emergency generator system. Our team provided commissioning services for all project phases from predesign OPR development through schematic design through post-occupancy testing. We also provided State…
The US VA chose to construct an addition and renovate space in B1 (main campus building) to house a new primary care suite at the Central Western Massachusetts VA Medical Center. To accommodate hospital protocols, D&K’s commissioning team, the design consultant, and the contractor advanced the project using phased construction. For the mechanical and DDC…
D&K provided Retro-Commissioning (RCx) services for the mechanical and DDC controls systems. This multi-purpose members-only facility comprises four stories and includes 90,000 SF of space. The building was not fully utilized since its original construction and since the recent subsequent completion of an addition. Our commissioning team’s RCx services reviewed mechanical equipment performance and BMS…
The New Hampshire Army National Guard required commissioning for the mechanical, DDC controls, plumbing, and electrical systems for a new 26,000-SF facility. D&K provided all phases of Cx activities, from pre-design OPR development for the Owner, Cx specifications, Cx Plan development, continuing through full design phase Cx activities, including multi-stage design reviews and issues log…
Weidmann Electrical Technology, a producer of electrical transformer insulation material, initiated a 38,000–SF expansion to house Board Machine 2 (BM2), a 2,000,000-lb hot press that supplements production capacity. To meet schedule goals, the project was fast-tracked and construction-managed. D&K provided conceptual, preliminary, and final design services, as well as bid/negotiation assistance and construction phase services…