VT Controls: Comprehensive Services to Optimize Building and Industrial Automation Systems

Commercial and industrial facilities face rising energy costs, performance demands, and sustainability requirements. At VTC, we provide specialized automation services that ensure your BAS and Industrial Automation systems operate reliably, efficiently, and sustainably.

From design and installation to preventive maintenance, re-commissioning, and software updates, our services cover the entire lifecycle of your systems; delivering long-term value and peace of mind.

Our Core Services

Building automation systems Design BAS

Design and Installation

We design and implement tailored Building Automation Systems (BAS), Direct Digital Controls (DDC) and Industrial Automation Systems to integrate advanced control and monitoring capabilities into your operations.

  • Optimize energy use and improve system efficiency.
  • Provide Retrofit solutions by seamlessly integrate new, cutting-edge systems with existing infrastructure.
  • Implement nuanced control strategies based on a structure of Building Controllers ((BCs), commonly called Supervisory or JACEs), Advanced Application Controllers (AACs), Application Specific Controllers and Smart sensors
  • Enhance reliability and scalability to meet future demands.
  • Deliver advanced PLC Programming as part of our custom automation solutions.
  • Implement Cloud-Based Automation for enhanced operational flexibility and remote management.
  • Provide comprehensive low current solutions, ensuring clean, reliable infrastructure to support all BAS, DDC, and automation systems.

Our team delivers intelligent, purpose-built solutions to ensure your facility operates at its highest potential.

Streamlined Design-Build Approach
Our design-build process places your project under one accountable team, ensuring your BAS and industrial automation systems are delivered efficiently, cost-effectively, and aligned with your operational goals. By reducing third-party involvement, we simplify communication, minimize overhead, and deliver high-quality, integrated solutions.

Key Advantages of Design-Build:

  • Direct, transparent collaboration with your team
  • Strong alignment with project and performance objectives
  • Reduced costs and faster delivery
  • Consistency and integration across all phases
  • Innovative solutions to complex challenges

For multi-phase or large-scale projects, we also provide plan-and-spec installations, working alongside engineers and architects to ensure seamless execution and consistency across complex environments.

 

Detailed Automation Design Documentation

Every automation system—whether BAS or industrial—requires clear documentation to ensure long-term reliability and serviceability. At VT Controls, we provide comprehensive design drawings tailored to your facility, including:

  • Floorplans: Equipment, panels, sensors, and controls
  • Panel layouts: Model numbers, layouts, and wiring details for each device
  • Wiring diagrams: Power, signal, and ground wiring for all equipment
  • Operational flow charts: Clear sequences, modes, and alarm conditions

We also update documentation as your systems evolve, so your records stay accurate and useful over time.

 

Specialized Technical Drawings

To support both building and industrial environments, we deliver advanced documentation such as:

  • Schematic diagrams – System points and sequences
  • Riser diagrams – Communication paths, power connections, device addresses
  • Network profiles – IP addresses, ports, and subnets
  • System flow diagrams – Control ranges, fail-safes, and flow directions
  • Schedules – Product, valve, damper, and room specifications
  • Cabinet layouts – Internal and external orientations of controllers, relays, gauges, displays, and switches

 

This level of documentation gives your team a clear roadmap for operation, maintenance, and future expansion—ensuring your BAS and industrial automation systems deliver value for years to come.

Comprehensive Project Management

Comprehensive Project Management

VTC provides end-to-end project management to simplify complex automation implementations. Our structured approach ensures:

  • Detailed planning and execution aligned with your operational goals.
  • Comprehensive Risk Management to ensure on-schedule delivery with minimal disruption.
  • Transparent oversight and seamless execution from initial consultation to implementation.

Partner with us to achieve project success while maintaining focus on your business priorities.

Design and Install BAS training

Training and Ongoing Support

We empower your team with the expertise to operate and maintain advanced systems effectively.

  • Customized training programs (covering system operation, troubleshooting and maintenance) tailored to your facility’s automation solutions.
  • Comprehensive technical support for long-term system performance.
  • Confidence-building knowledge transfer for seamless operations.

Our support ensures that your team maximizes the value of your BAS and Industrial Automation Systems investments.

Re-commissioning Services

Re-commissioning Services

Restore and optimize the performance of your existing automation systems. Our re-commissioning services include:

  • System assessments and diagnostics to identify performance gaps.
  • Fine-tuning controls for enhanced efficiency.
  • Restoring systems to meet current operational requirements.

Extend the life and functionality of your automation assets with expert re-commissioning.

Building automation project management

Preventative Maintenance Contracts

Prevent and minimize system failures and costly downtime with proactive maintenance. Our service contracts include:

  • Regular inspections and system tune-ups.
  • Early detection and resolution of potential issues.
  • Increased equipment lifespan and operational reliability.

A preventative approach reduces repair costs and ensures uninterrupted performance.

Why Preventive Maintenance Matters
Your BAS and industrial automation systems are significant investments. Without proper care, energy use can spike, production reliability can suffer, and system performance declines over time. Preventive maintenance protects this investment, extends equipment life, and ensures your systems deliver consistent performance.

Key Benefits:

  • Lower energy consumption and operating costs
  • Improved occupant comfort and operator productivity
  • Reduced risk of downtime in building or industrial processes
  • Extended lifespan of BAS, HVAC, and industrial equipment
  • Clear visibility into system performance and health

 

Our Transparent Process

We keep you informed at every step:

  • Meet on arrival to review issues or concerns
  • Perform full inspections and diagnostics
  • Explain repairs, upgrades, or adjustments clearly
  • Provide detailed reports and recommendations

 

Scope of Preventive Maintenance Services

Our contracts are tailored to your facility and typically include:

  • Scheduled inspections (quarterly or monthly) with reporting
  • Calibration of sensors, actuators, and control loops
  • System analysis & optimization to correct alarms, overrides, and errors
  • Software updates & database backups
  • Physical inspections of panels, controllers, wiring, and UPS systems
  • Trend and alarm configuration in coordination with your facility manager
  • Priority response times and preferred rates for additional services

Optional: on-site staff training, expanded calibration, and remote monitoring with automated alerts.

 

The Result: A preventive strategy that maximizes ROI, reduces downtime, and keeps both building and industrial automation systems running at peak performance.

Building automation systems dashboard

Software Issues Resolution and System Audits

Many buildings still operate with outdated software, creating inefficiencies that impact system performance. VTC provides:

  • In-depth system audits to identify, diagnose and resolve software-related issues.
  • Optimization and recommendations of automation platforms for peak performance.
  • Compliance with evolving technology standards.
  • Integration of Energy Dashboards to monitor and optimize energy consumption effectively.

Keep your systems operating at maximum efficiency with expert audit and resolution services.

Building automation systems upgrades

Upgrades and Updates Implementation

Stay ahead with modern automation technology. From hardware to software, we implement targeted upgrades to:

  • Enhance system performance and reliability.
  • Integrate new features and advanced capabilities, including Smart Sensors.
  • Align systems with industry standards and sustainability goals.
  • Enable seamless BACnet Integration for enhanced interoperability and control.

 

Future-proof your operations with strategic system updates.

Maximize Efficiency Through Regular Optimization
Routine checks and updates keep both building and industrial automation systems running at peak performance. These proactive measures reduce energy costs, improve productivity, and ensure long-term reliability.

 

Partnering for Efficiency
We help you:

  • Track and analyze energy and process data
  • Implement strategies to achieve efficiency goals
  • Access grants, rebates, and incentives
  • Modernize systems to align with sustainability targets

 

Comfort, Productivity, and Reliability

  • Smart scheduling of building equipment can cut energy use by 10–30%
  • Demand-control ventilation and optimized setpoints enhance comfort
  • Trend data and system tuning prevent performance drift
  • Modernized industrial controls improve throughput and uptime

 

Protecting Your Investment

Whether in a plant or a facility, automation equipment benefits from consistent upgrades and updates. Our services:

  • Extend system life and reduce failures
  • Replace obsolete components with modern solutions
  • Ensure interoperability with open protocols (like BACnet)
  • Use alarms and trend data to detect issues early

 

The Result: Fewer breakdowns, optimized performance, and stronger ROI across both building and industrial operations.

Building automation systems Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory Compliance Assistance

Navigating complex energy and environmental regulations can be challenging. VTC lets your business stay ahead of HVAC and building automation standards by providing:

  • Solutions to achieve compliance with energy standards.
  • Tools to support sustainability initiatives and reporting.
  • Expert guidance to meet or exceed regulatory requirements.

We enable your business to remain compliant while optimizing energy efficiency.

Building automation systems data backup

Data Backup and Recovery Solutions

Protect your critical system data with robust backup and recovery services. Our solutions ensure:

  • Continuous data security to prevent loss from unexpected events.
  • Rapid recovery of systems to minimize downtime.
  • Resilience and operational continuity under all circumstances.

We set up automatic backups, test recovery processes and safeguard your automation infrastructure with reliable data protection strategies.

VTC’s Services Upon Request

Consultancy Services

Our team provides you with the following:

  • Necessary/relevant recommendations for BAS aligned to your unique needs
  • Design and installation of control upgrades
  • Assistance with preparing upgrades or the replacement of control system budgets

By leveraging the latest technological advancements with lighting, temperature and system controls, we empower your business to better manage and optimize facility performance.

T&M Services

Our T&M services encompass billable work generally generated via the following methods:

  • The technician identifies needs while onsite and makes recommendations to the customer
  • The customer makes a request for work directly to the technician or by calling the office
  • Work doesn’t generally require a submission of drawings
  • Work is generally completed in a timeframe of less than 1 week (quick turn work)

Flexible, On-Demand Services
Not every project requires a full design-build or integration effort. Our Time & Material (T&M) services provide a flexible way to address immediate needs—whether for building automation or industrial automation systems.

 Quick-Turn T&M Work

Smaller projects or urgent tasks can often be completed quickly without the need for detailed drawings or lengthy approvals. Examples include:

  • Technician-identified needs during site visits
  • Customer requests made directly to our technicians or office
  • Minor system adjustments, repairs, or updates
  • Short-term projects typically completed within one week

Work is invoiced at standard hourly labor rates, and parts are billed at current list pricing.

 Larger T&M Projects

For jobs with a broader scope, our T&M services cover:

  • New system installations
  • System upgrades or expansions
  • Integration of legacy or new systems
  • Commissioning or re-commissioning of equipment
  • Graphics development and user interface improvements

These projects are scoped directly with the customer and may include drawings or specifications as required.

Additional Services Upon Request

VT Controls also offers a range of supporting solutions to complement our T&M work, including:

  • Training for operators, owners, and technical staff
  • Energy initiatives such as audits and optimization strategies
  • Modernization of outdated devices and controls
  • Lighting and security system coordination with BAS/industrial automation
  • Consultancy services to guide upgrades or replacements
  • Remote monitoring for real-time visibility and issue detection

 

The Result: Whether you need a quick adjustment, a full system expansion, or specialized consultancy, our T&M services provide the expertise and flexibility to keep your BAS and industrial automation systems performing at their best.

With our on-demand expertise, you get the freedom to scale services based on your immediate requirements; whether that means troubleshooting, modernizing, or adding new capabilities.