Yale University Chiller Addition
Making Space for New Services
When Rerouting Calls for Creative Thinking
Adding a new 2,500 ton centrifugal chiller into an existing space already filled with multiple systems called for both creative thinking and collaboration with other trades.
Challenges involved shutdowns of multiple systems, and large, heavy sections of pipe that could only be supported in the air by vertical structural members. And thanks to the size of the pipe fittings, we had to figure out how to bring the piping through the lower-level floor to connect with the chiller on the upper level.
Scope: 25,000 tons |
Location: New Haven, CT |
Industry: Mechanical Contractor |
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Measuring Twice, Installing Once
We carefully field-verified all our fabrication work both length- and width-wise, so when shutdowns had to happen, they would happen quickly and all work would fit into place and tie into existing work precisely. And because there was no initial scan of the building, all planning was done on pencil and paper before being converted to 3D.
We also worked closely with the other trades to re-route their work so ours would fit without any problems. The installation was such a success that the construction manager asked us to model some of the other trades’ work to help better envision what everything else would look like at project completion.
“Our work facilitated a seamless transition to the new system. The trust we developed with our client allowed their team to rely on our expertise beyond the original scope of our work. Through collaboration, we were able to complete this project on time and on budget.”
– Chris Whitaker | Vice President
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