This session highlights data center commissioning best practices for upgrading power systems while maintaining continuous uptime.
Learning objectives
- Understand the industry standard processes and terminology associated with data center commissioning, which are not always the same as those outlined by ASHRAE Guideline 0.
- Understand and implement effective uninterruptible power supply testing strategies that can lead to improved reliability, reduced downtime and optimized operational efficiency in data center environments.
- Gain insights into effective project management strategies, the importance of collaboration among stakeholders and the future trends shaping data center power systems.
- Apply lessons learned from the case studies presented to your next commissioning project.
99.99% reliability is not enough for data centers facing ever increasing demands for additional capacity, reliability and efficiency while replacing older electrical systems with newer, more reliable equipment. The speakers will present commissioning case studies of recent data centers that replaced and added key components of their electrical infrastructure while maintaining 100% uptime.
Presenters:
Mark Gelfo, PE, CxA, EMP, LEED Fellow, Managing Principal, TLC Engineering Solutions, Jacksonville, Florida
Jay Martin, PE, CxA, CEM, LEED AP BD+C, Managing Principal, TLC Engineering Solutions, Jacksonville, Florida
Michael Umscheid, Austin MEP Leader, DPR, Austin
Mark Gelfo is a Managing Principal at TLC, recognized for his expertise in energy-efficient facility design, sustainable strategies and building commissioning. A Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA) and Energy Management Professional (EMP), he has guided numerous large-scale projects and serves on the ACG and EMA Boards, as well as USGBCโs LEED Implementation Advisory Committee.
Jay Martin, PE, CxA, is a Managing Principal at TLC Engineering Solutions with more than 20 years of experience in the building industry. He specializes in the design and commissioning of large central plant facilities nationwide, bringing deep technical expertise and leadership to complex, high-performance projects.
Many topics related to commissioning, AI advancements, building technology and energy management will be discussed at CxEnergy 2026, a conference and expo taking place April 21โ24, 2026, in Chicago. Save the date and learn more at www.CxEnergy.com.
