Instead of an expensive AHU replacement, a fan array retrofit solution restored their units' condition with little to no disruption and for a fraction of the cost.
Written By: Tremco Roofing
To bring life back to the HVAC systems of this Orlando children’s hospital, a massive overhaul was needed. It was estimated that replacing the five air handler units (AHUs) would cost millions, including the finances related to engineering, spot cooling and facility downtime.
WTI PureAir evaluated the hospitals’ AHUs and determined that a fan array retrofit solution would be the best way to restore the units’ condition with little to no disruption to the facility and for a fraction of the cost.
The old, inefficient blower was removed and replaced with a series of smaller Q-PAC fans that offer the necessary redundancy for critical facilities like hospitals. The fan array system adapts to its conditions, so if one fan fails, the others compensate to maintain operation.
The metal drain pans and exterior of the AHUs were coated in an anti-microbial and corrosion-resistant coating for lasting health and safety. WTI PureAir’s HVAC restoration effectively restored the units to better than new condition while saving the hospital substantial downtime and capital expense.
