Data Center Mechanical Installation

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PROJECT CASE STUDY:
Data Center Mechanical Installation
THE OVERVIEW:
A client needed a new plumbing and HVAC system installed for a 40,000 sq.-ft. data center,
with limited space and an ambitious schedule that would require blocking off a major Chicago
thoroughfare. That’s why they called Kroeschell.
THE CHALLENGE:
A large business in downtown Chicago needed to add a data center. However, the only space
available in their building was an office complex on the first floor. They needed a company that not
only could handle a project with such a large scope, but also could handle all the issues that can arise
when undertaking such a project in downtown Chicago.
PROJECT OVERVIEW:
Location: Chicago, IL
THE SOLUTION:
Project Scope:
• Install a new plumbing and HVAC system
After being selected over three other bids, Kroeschell set to work on this massive project, which
included an ambitious schedule and required blocking off a major Chicago road for three days. This
became even more of a challenge due to space restrictions within the building, which made moving
equipment more difficult. Kroeschell installed the HVAC, plumbing and piping for what was to
become two data centers covering 40,000 sq.-ft. of space.
The installation included:
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Four evaporators
•
15 pumps
•
24 chillers
•
38 lever units
•
12” mains to the roof
that required a strict timeline, had
challenging space limitations and
blocked a major downtown Chicago road.
Customer Profile:
Our customer supports the data center and
colocation strategies of more than 600 firms
across its secure, network-rich portfolio of data
centers located throughout North America,
Europe, Asia and Australia. It’s client portfolio
includes domestic and international companies
THE RESULTS:
of all sizes, ranging from financial services,
In order to accommodate the contractor’s schedule, Kroeschell worked day and night shifts for 40
straight days to complete the project while the business continued to work in the building. Since the
installation in 2009, not one service call has been required.
manufacturing, energy, gaming, life sciences and
CONTAC TS:
Ken Capasso
O: (312) 649-3593 :: M: (773) 908-1279
Ken.Capasso@kroeschell.com
cloud and information technology services, to
consumer products.
Headquartered in Chicago since 1879, Kroeschell is a leading
provider of mechanical and electrical engineering solutions and
facility support services for Fortune 500 companies, hospitals,
universities and the U.S Government. From HVAC to industrial
production systems, Kroeschell keeps facilities and equipment
operating at top performance, across the country and around
the globe. We design, build, service and operate the advanced
equipment found in today’s most complex environments. When
Kroeschell is your single source of responsibility, you maximize
cost-effectiveness, quality craftsmanship and onsite safety.