The Client:
The high school field house in this project is a multi-functional athletic facility, featuring an indoor track, volleyball court, and a full-sized baseball field.
Spanning approximately 43,000 square feet, it provides ample space for a variety of sports activities, catering to the students’ athletic needs throughout the year.
Objectives:
A year ago, the school installed 12 air handlers and upgraded its controls to two Prolon M2000 rooftop unit controllers, initially operating in standalone mode.
Seeking improved temperature control and efficiency across different seasons, the school aimed to install and network two additional control panels.
Consequently, one Prolon Master Panel with a display and one Prolon AHU Panel were installed on two Air Handling Units in the Field House.
Prolon Tree-com Wireless Adapters were utilized to link these new panels with the existing ones, avoiding the need for network wiring.
Additionally, three new custom blower shafts were installed, each with its respective set of bearings. This integration aimed to synchronize temperature settings, optimize air circulation, and enhance overall functionality and comfort within the space.
Solutions:
The customer opted for Prolon’s open system over a more complex full BAS due to its affordability and scalability. Prolon controls provided easier installation, requiring less specialized expertise, and led to lower ongoing maintenance costs.
Benefits:
The upgrades, including the installation of Prolon control panels, wireless adapters, and custom blower shafts, enhanced temperature control, energy efficiency, and air circulation while reducing installation costs and system downtime. This integration resulted in a more reliable, efficient, and comfortable HVAC system tailored to the school’s needs within the field house.
