HVAC and Fire Protection in the UK

Date
may 2016
Location
Brighton, UK
Category
Fire Protection

Every single project undertaken by Arce Clima is a new challenge for us: not only for the optimum results we intend to provide but also for different specifications that need to be considered.

Probably the project described below is among the most complex taken on by Arce Clima in the UK so far. Due to the structure and distribution of local premises, this new challenging project was tackled maximizing planning of each phase of the installation. Would you like to learn more about this project? Keep reading!

AN EFFECTIVE STRATEGY TO TRACK THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PROJECT

In order to attend each of the needs of these local premises it was required to take on different types of installations: climate control, air renewal, smoke exhaust…etc. Early involvement allowed Arce Clima the development of a streamlined installation program which drove a quick operation to be delivered on time.

On one side, the local premises were so challenging for the Engineering team because of lack of height which made us opt for a different design adapting to the existing space.
On the other side, the extension involved 17 outdoor units,30 indoor units and a heat recovery system have been installed. For the installation of the outdoor units, British authorities required the use of a tower crane.

EXHAUSTIVE FIRE PROTECTION IN THE UK

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The British Government has very regulations in regards to Fire Protection procedures. Thus, Arce Clima was responsible co-ordination, drawing, supply, installation and commissioning of the whole commercial premises redevelopment in Brighton.

First of all, the project was undertaken with meticulous planning: calculations, distributions, duct dimensions, location…etc. Complexity of the works resided in the amount of firms involved which obliged us to coordinate them on a regular basis.

Once planning was done, legislation in terms of Fire Protection was also a little challenging since calculations need to be approved by the Fire Brigade Chief.

AIR RENOVATION AND CONTROL OF PREMISES

This project is notable for its air renovation with the installation of a VRV system. These systems are huge so its locations needs to be carefully planned to not hinder the development of the project.

Incorporating the VRV system meant previous equipment disassembly gradually to assemble it over again in the temporary work area.

In order to maximise this project, a BMS system was used. This system allows to manage the whole installation from a single control panel which is located in the electric room. Because of this system, the client can monitor the installation from anywhere to check temperature performance, energy efficiency, reporting…etc.

TEAMWORK TO OVER ARCHITECTURAL BARRIERS

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Optimising projects to spaces non adapted for its use might be the toughest task of this project. Due to lack of height of the premises, most of underfloor units were with vertical pressure. These units were placed behind the walls, maximising use of space.

The nature of the project dictated particular requirements that our engineers had to adapt to. This new redistribution allowed us to gain height in the premises so all underfloor units can have optimal access and enough space to be handled. A unique site specific design which was required for specific mechanical functions.

Finally, the project was delivered on time and within budget with the client particularly satisfied with this water pumping infrastructure.