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The Visual Layer: QA Graphics Blog

The Visual Layer: QA Graphics Blog

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Featured Post

Diagram showing a detailed cutaway of an HVAC system, including filters, fans, dampers, sensors, and control devices, with labeled sections and various components arranged both inside and outside air ducts.

How QA Graphics’ Symbol Libraries Empower the BAS Industry

At QA Graphics, we’ve spent nearly two decades perfecting the tools that make building automation projects faster, easier, and more professional. One of the most valuable resources we provide is our collection of symbol libraries—purpose-built assets trusted by system integrators, end users, and control manufacturers alike.

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BAS Graphics

Example of a 3D floor plan.

Maximizing ROI: Why BAS System Integrators Outsource Graphics & Floor Plans to QA Graphics

One of the biggest challenges BAS system integrators face today is finding enough skilled technicians to perform control installations. With labor resources strained, any time a technician spends building BAS graphics or floor plans is time not spent in the field delivering installations, troubleshooting systems, or supporting clients.

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Niagara 4 Water Vector Graphic

QA Graphics Joins NiagaraModules Partner Program as Authorized Reseller

QA Graphics, a leader in building automation system (BAS) graphics and design services, is proud to announce its new partnership with NiagaraMods through the Reflow Partner Program.

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Las Vegas skyline, location for AHR Expo 2026

QA Graphics is Heading to AHR Expo 2026 — Here’s How We’re Getting Ready

After taking a year off due to a scheduling conflict, QA Graphics is excited to return to AHR Expo 2026 in Las Vegas. As a small business, attending a major industry event like this is a big investment—and we’re committed to making it count.

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Symbol Libraries

Diagram of an MS Hot Water System featuring Symbol Libraries for boilers, pumps, pipes, gauges, and control settings; menu options and system parameters are shown along the sides and top of the screen.

The Importance of Symbol Libraries in Building Automation Systems (BAS)

In the realm of Building Automation Systems (BAS), Building Management Systems (BMS), and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), symbol […]

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QA Graphics Symbol Library

QA Graphics Symbol Library

QA Graphics’ first major project as a company was building a custom symbol library for one of the largest building […]

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QA Graphics’ New Symbol Library Components to Substitute Schneider’s Struxureware/Ecostruxure Graphic Library

QA Graphics has created a new component to offer their clients using Schneider’s Struxureware/Ecostruxure software. This tool is an extension […]

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Floor Plans

A digital schematic of an HVAC system showing airflow paths with labeled points for OA, RA, SA, and filters. Blue and yellow highlight areas for settings and system information. Johnson Controls logo is in the bottom right corner.

QA Graphics: Establishing Long-Term Customer Relationships and Brand Standards

At QA Graphics, we’re all about building long-term relationships with our customers by offering tailored solutions that match your branding […]

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Show Off Your Lighting Efforts for Your Control System

Floor Plan – Lighting – Show off your lighting efforts with a sequence of floor plans for your control system. […]

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Commercial Real Estate Graphics That Sell

Don’t ask your clients to “imagine” what their space will look like. Bring your building to life with custom 3D […]

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HVAC Design

Collection of awards representing QA Graphics achievements

Transforming HVAC Marketing & Training With 3D Equipment Design

In the HVAC industry, manufacturers need cutting-edge ways to showcase their equipment, engage customers, and enhance training. Traditional product photos […]

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Full-Service HVAC Graphics Design Graphic

Full-Service HVAC Graphics Design

Many components go into providing a turnkey solution for customers looking to outsource BAS graphics. Customers often have the need […]

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Your Home for 3D HVAC Design

QA Graphics provides professional 3D HVAC graphics tailored to your project needs. Using the latest modeling software in the industry, […]

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Industry News

Close-up view of a metal industrial machine with three blue fan units housed in a silver rectangular frame, likely part of a ventilation or cooling system.

QA Graphics 2024 Demo Reel

QA Graphics’ 2024 Demo Reel showcases our latest work in BAS graphics, 3D design, and video production. Our team focuses […]

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2 bedroom apartment, Multi-Family housing, Senior Living, 3D Floor Plan

QA Graphics Releases a 3D Room Symbol Library

QA Graphics offers a new 3D representational Room Symbol Library that includes a Tridium N4 module. View this offering at […]

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QA Web logo

QA Web Is Recognized As A Top 30 Iowa Web Design Company

QA Web has been recognized among the Top 30 Web Design Companies in Iowa in 2021 by DesignRush. DesignRush is a […]

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Press Releases

Niagara 4 Water Vector Graphic

QA Graphics Joins NiagaraModules Partner Program as Authorized Reseller

QA Graphics, a leader in building automation system (BAS) graphics and design services, is proud to announce its new partnership with NiagaraMods through the Reflow Partner Program.

Read More
A person’s hand using a white computer mouse next to a keyboard and monitor on a wooden desk.

From Concept to Completion: QA Graphics’ Proven Workflow

QA Graphics provides a truly one-of-a-kind, custom graphics experience by prioritizing customer input from the very start of a project. […]

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A woman with straight blonde hair, wearing a black blouse, smiles in front of a blue background with a geometric pattern.

Celebrating Hayley Nugent’s 12 Years at QA Graphics!

We are thrilled to celebrate a remarkable milestone: Hayley Nugent has been with QA Graphics for an incredible 12 years! […]

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Other Posts

Outsourcing BAS Grahics Services

Outsourcing BAS Graphics Services

QA Graphics is the outsourcing leader in the building automation industry, but why exactly should you outsource your BAS graphics […]

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QA Graphics Project Spotlight: Nortek Global HVAC Division Interactive Sales Tool

QA Graphics (booth C1381) partnered with Nortek Global HVAC Division (booth C3129), to provide a state-of-the-art interactive sales tool application with a larger range of services that utilized the companies many talents. Nortek came to QA Graphics needing…

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NYX Marcom Silver Winner, Reznor, Nortek Global HVAC

QA Graphics Wins A 2021 Silver NYX Marcom Award

QA Graphics, a full-service digital design company, is a recipient in the Motion Graphics category for their Auger Liner video. […]

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BAS Graphics

Example of a 3D floor plan.

Maximizing ROI: Why BAS System Integrators Outsource Graphics & Floor Plans to QA Graphics

One of the biggest challenges BAS system integrators face today is finding enough skilled technicians to perform control installations. With labor resources strained, any time a technician spends building BAS graphics or floor plans is time not spent in the field delivering installations, troubleshooting systems, or supporting clients.

Read More
Niagara 4 Water Vector Graphic

QA Graphics Joins NiagaraModules Partner Program as Authorized Reseller

QA Graphics, a leader in building automation system (BAS) graphics and design services, is proud to announce its new partnership with NiagaraMods through the Reflow Partner Program.

Read More
Las Vegas skyline, location for AHR Expo 2026

QA Graphics is Heading to AHR Expo 2026 — Here’s How We’re Getting Ready

After taking a year off due to a scheduling conflict, QA Graphics is excited to return to AHR Expo 2026 in Las Vegas. As a small business, attending a major industry event like this is a big investment—and we’re committed to making it count.

Read More
A collage of 3D architectural renderings of a large hospital campus, with a main isometric view of the entire site at the top and three detailed close-up images of individual buildings below.

Why Visual Standardization Is the Missing Link in Scalable BAS Projects

From mismatched system graphics to inconsistent floor plan styles, the visual layer of BAS is often the weakest link in otherwise well-engineered systems. And that’s a problem—not just for aesthetics, but for clarity, usability, and long-term scalability.

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A collage of four different 3D floor plan renderings for a large building, demonstrating various custom design and color options.

Reclaiming Field Time: How BAS Teams Benefit from Outsourcing Graphics

In 2024 and 2025, one message has come through loud and clear from building automation system (BAS) integrators across the country: skilled field technicians are overextended.

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Scalable Solutions for Projects of Any Size

QA Graphics supports projects of every scale—from simple updates to enterprise-wide initiatives that span thousands of assets and multiple services. While client confidentiality is a key value we uphold, we can proudly share the scope and capability of what we deliver.

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3D floor plan of a multi-room building showing a network of blue pipes and pink nodes, representing a plumbing, HVAC, or data system distribution throughout the structure.

Best Practices for Preventing Change Orders in BAS UI Design

At QA Graphics, we understand that change orders can be both frustrating and costly. Most often, they stem from incomplete project details at the start or evolving client needs mid-project. The good news? Many of these issues are preventable.

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Original Tenant vs. Tenant Improvement 3D floor plans by QA Graphics.

From Outdated to Optimized: How We Transform Your System Graphics

At QA Graphics, we specialize in providing high-quality, professional HVAC and building automation system (BAS) graphics that help facility managers, […]

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Illustrated drawing of a 2D floor plan.

Elevate Your Visuals: QA Graphics Introduces Cutting-Edge 2D & 3D Floor Plan Styles

Impactful visuals are no longer a luxury—they’re a necessity. They enhance operational efficiency, improve marketing efforts, and provide a clear, […]

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Why AI Can’t Fully Automate BAS Graphics and 3D Floor Plans

As AI continues to transform industries, you might wonder why QA Graphics hasn’t fully automated the creation of BAS graphics and 3D floor plans. While AI is a powerful tool, it still falls short when handling the complexity and inconsistency of the assets you provide.

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The CompareIQ logo which features a stylized icon with a lightbulb and sun, symbolizing its role in illuminating and comparing building automation system data.

Exciting Updates to Our BAS Graphics and 3D Services in 2025!

At QA Graphics, we’re always looking for ways to enhance our offerings and provide greater value to our customers. Here’s [...]

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A detailed diagram of a ventilation system showing various components like air filters, fans, ducts, dampers, coils, sensors, and controls arranged in sequence, with both exterior and interior views of the equipment.

Optimizing BAS Graphics: The Power of Precision Symbol Libraries

In Building Automation Systems (BAS), a high-quality symbol library can make all the difference. While quantity might seem impressive, it’s […]

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Symbol Libraries

Diagram of an MS Hot Water System featuring Symbol Libraries for boilers, pumps, pipes, gauges, and control settings; menu options and system parameters are shown along the sides and top of the screen.

The Importance of Symbol Libraries in Building Automation Systems (BAS)

In the realm of Building Automation Systems (BAS), Building Management Systems (BMS), and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), symbol […]

Read More
QA Graphics Symbol Library

QA Graphics Symbol Library

QA Graphics’ first major project as a company was building a custom symbol library for one of the largest building […]

Read More
A smartphone screen displays the time 10:43 and the date Monday, July 12. A notification from

QA Graphics’ New Symbol Library Components to Substitute Schneider’s Struxureware/Ecostruxure Graphic Library

QA Graphics has created a new component to offer their clients using Schneider’s Struxureware/Ecostruxure software. This tool is an extension […]

Read More

Floor Plans

Example of a 3D floor plan.

Maximizing ROI: Why BAS System Integrators Outsource Graphics & Floor Plans to QA Graphics

One of the biggest challenges BAS system integrators face today is finding enough skilled technicians to perform control installations. With labor resources strained, any time a technician spends building BAS graphics or floor plans is time not spent in the field delivering installations, troubleshooting systems, or supporting clients.

Read More
Illustrated drawing of a 2D floor plan.

Elevate Your Visuals: QA Graphics Introduces Cutting-Edge 2D & 3D Floor Plan Styles

Impactful visuals are no longer a luxury—they’re a necessity. They enhance operational efficiency, improve marketing efforts, and provide a clear, […]

Read More
3D rendering of a building floor plan showing rooms with desks and chairs, internal walls, hallways, and HVAC ductwork. Green boxes mark ventilation points throughout the structure.

The Convergence of Building Automation Floor Plan Graphics and Commercial Real-Estate Floor Plans

Visual representations have always played a critical role in the commercial real estate industry. Traditionally, floor plans were used to […]

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3D floor plans showcase a building’s multiple rooms and hallways, featuring a network of white ventilation ducts and blue nodes that indicate air vents or sensors distributed throughout the interior.

Enhancing Building Operations with High-Quality Floor Plans

Floor plans play a crucial role in Building Automation Systems (BAS), both for the operator and the system integrator (SI). […]

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Floor plan illustration featuring a detailed black-and-white blueprint on the left and two 3D rendered layouts of different floors of a building on the right, showing room divisions and corridors.

2D/3D Floor Plans to Enhance Your Building Automation System

QA Graphics offers a large assortment of floor plan options to meet your building’s needs. Using existing files, such as […]

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HVAC Design

Collection of awards representing QA Graphics achievements

Transforming HVAC Marketing & Training With 3D Equipment Design

In the HVAC industry, manufacturers need cutting-edge ways to showcase their equipment, engage customers, and enhance training. Traditional product photos […]

Read More
Full-Service HVAC Graphics Design Graphic

Full-Service HVAC Graphics Design

Many components go into providing a turnkey solution for customers looking to outsource BAS graphics. Customers often have the need […]

Read More
Dark blue graphic with hexagonal pattern, GA Graphics logo, and the text

Your Home for 3D HVAC Design

QA Graphics provides professional 3D HVAC graphics tailored to your project needs. Using the latest modeling software in the industry, […]

Read More
Nortek Sales Tool Navigation

QA Graphics Project Spotlight: Nortek Global HVAC Division Interactive Sales Tool

QA Graphics (booth C1381) partnered with Nortek Global HVAC Division (booth C3129), to provide a state-of-the-art interactive sales tool application with a larger range of services that utilized the companies many talents. Nortek came to QA Graphics needing…

Read More
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QA Graphics Rolls Out Updates For Its HVAC Equipment Library

QA Graphics has rolled out updates for its HVAC Equipment Library, adding over 300 new symbols. These updates offer a […]

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Industry News

Close-up view of a metal industrial machine with three blue fan units housed in a silver rectangular frame, likely part of a ventilation or cooling system.

QA Graphics 2024 Demo Reel

QA Graphics’ 2024 Demo Reel showcases our latest work in BAS graphics, 3D design, and video production. Our team focuses […]

Read More
2 bedroom apartment, Multi-Family housing, Senior Living, 3D Floor Plan

QA Graphics Releases a 3D Room Symbol Library

QA Graphics offers a new 3D representational Room Symbol Library that includes a Tridium N4 module. View this offering at […]

Read More
QA Web logo

QA Web Is Recognized As A Top 30 Iowa Web Design Company

QA Web has been recognized among the Top 30 Web Design Companies in Iowa in 2021 by DesignRush. DesignRush is a […]

Read More
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Top Video Production Companies in March 2021

DesignRush listed the best video production companies in March of 2021 that create impactful videos for marketing purposes, from product […]

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QA Graphics is recognized as a top Video Production Companies

DesignRush has listed its top video production agencies storyboard, film, edit and produces high-quality videos for businesses and we have […]

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Top 25 Web Design Agencies of 2019

DesignRush’s Agency Listing section features the top local and global web design agencies. Some of the top website design companies from around […]

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3D floor plan graphics of an office building showing a network of ducts and vents, with blue and green boxes representing HVAC units and air vents distributed throughout various rooms and hallways.

A Custom Approach to System Visualization & Control

Download the PDF article HERE. View it online from Mechanical Business Digital Issue HERE (pg 112-113) or below. As we […]

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Richmond Raceway unveils 21-foot Eternal Fan Piston

This article originally was published on ESPN.com talking about the project we partnered with Timeless Columbaria to bring to life through […]

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Ankeny-based QA Graphics is three dimensional

Technology inside the Ankeny offices of QA Graphics are used in projects for companies across the country. So when Ankeny-native […]

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3-D With A Mission

Innovative Companies: 3-D, with a mission The Problem: A bad kidney and the need for health insurance. Dan McCarty had […]

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Buy American, Hire American – What are your plans?

Monday, April 17th – The President of the United States followed through on one of his promises to advance American labor and […]

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QA Graphics Uses the Latest Technology from Tridium

QA Graphics, serves as an expert design resource for the building controls industry, seeking continuous improvement during every stage of […]

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Press Releases

Niagara 4 Water Vector Graphic

QA Graphics Joins NiagaraModules Partner Program as Authorized Reseller

QA Graphics, a leader in building automation system (BAS) graphics and design services, is proud to announce its new partnership with NiagaraMods through the Reflow Partner Program.

Read More
A person’s hand using a white computer mouse next to a keyboard and monitor on a wooden desk.

From Concept to Completion: QA Graphics’ Proven Workflow

QA Graphics provides a truly one-of-a-kind, custom graphics experience by prioritizing customer input from the very start of a project. […]

Read More
A woman with straight blonde hair, wearing a black blouse, smiles in front of a blue background with a geometric pattern.

Celebrating Hayley Nugent’s 12 Years at QA Graphics!

We are thrilled to celebrate a remarkable milestone: Hayley Nugent has been with QA Graphics for an incredible 12 years! […]

Read More
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QA Graphics’ Year in Review

QA Graphics experienced another record year in sales. Over the last three years, we have strictly focused on our core […]

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2 bedroom apartment, Multi-Family housing, Senior Living, 3D Floor Plan

QA Graphics Releases a 3D Room Symbol Library

QA Graphics offers a new 3D representational Room Symbol Library that includes a Tridium N4 module. View this offering at […]

Read More
QA 15 year anniversary

QA Graphics Celebrates 15 Years of Service

QA Graphics’ 15th anniversary has officially arrived. Our loyal customers span the globe and consist of Facility Managers, Building Control […]

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QA Graphics Wins 2021 Gold Marcom Award

Marcom Awards today announced winners in the 2021 international creative competition for marketing and communication professionals. QA Graphics was the […]

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NYX Marcom Silver Winner, Reznor, Nortek Global HVAC

QA Graphics Wins A 2021 Silver NYX Marcom Award

QA Graphics, a full-service digital design company, is a recipient in the Motion Graphics category for their Auger Liner video. […]

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QA Graphics Wins 3 2021 NYX Video Awards

After an intense judging period featuring entries from over 30 countries, QA Graphics has won a Gold and two Silvers […]

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Enhanced HVAC Vector Symbol Library

QA Graphics Enhances BAS Vector Symbol Library

QA Graphics offers customers one of the largest symbol library packages in the HVAC industry. Based off of customer feedback […]

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Hermes Creative Award, Platinum, Animation, 3D video

QA Graphics Wins Double Platinum Hermes Creative Awards

Hermes Creative Awards today announced winners for the 2021 international awards competition. QA Graphics, a full-service digital design company, is […]

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QA Graphics’ Promotional 3D Animation Video Work Awarded

QA Graphics, a full-service digital design company, is a recipient of a silver award in the Small Business Services category […]

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