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Temporary Cooling for Non Client

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Background

A manufacturing facility in Bristol, PA, specializes in paper goods where climate control is crucial for product quality. The facility, spanning 100,000 square feet, faced significant HVAC challenges due to poor maintenance of existing equipment. Peterson was brought in as a referred vendor to address the cooling issues and provide a sustainable solution.

Challenge

New Facility Takeover: Max Packaging took over a large facility with poorly maintained HVAC systems.

Cooling Issues: The existing equipment struggled to maintain adequate cooling, impacting the manufacturing process.

Inadequate Vendor Support: The current HVAC vendor lacked the skills and resources to diagnose and resolve the issues effectively.

Solution

Initial Assessment and Immediate Repairs

  • PSC conducted a thorough assessment of the existing HVAC equipment.
  • Some immediate repairs were made, resulting in a 50% increase in cooling efficiency.

Temporary Cooling and Ventilation Modifications

  • PSC developed a plan to bring in temporary cooling units to maintain climate control while permanent solutions were implemented.
  • Modifications to the building’s ventilation system were initiated to enhance overall cooling efficiency.

Strategic Replacement and Repair Plan

  • PSC analyzed the current equipment and identified units that were at the end of their operational life.
  • A decision was made to avoid spending on outdated equipment that would soon need replacement.
  • The plan included using temporary cooling, repairing functional units, and ordering new HVAC units to replace the failing ones.
  • This strategy provided overall cost savings for the owner by avoiding unnecessary expenditures on obsolete assets.

Implementation and Monitoring

  • New HVAC units were ordered and installed alongside repairs to the existing units.
  • Approximately 50% of the existing units were retained and restored to operational status, extending their service life.
  • PSC was hired to perform quarterly maintenance to prevent future issues.
  • Building controls were installed to monitor and review environmental trends within the facility.

Outcome

Enhanced Climate Control: The facility achieved reliable climate control essential for the manufacturing process.

Cost Savings: Strategic planning and proactive maintenance led to significant cost savings by avoiding repeated short-term fixes on outdated equipment.

Improved Operational Efficiency: With new and repaired HVAC units, the facility operated more efficiently, ensuring consistent product quality.

Proactive Maintenance: Regular quarterly maintenance and annual reviews helped the facility stay ahead of potential issues, ensuring smooth operations.

Key Takeaways

Problem Identification

  • Max Packaging faced significant cooling issues due to poorly maintained HVAC equipment in a large facility.

Cause Analysis

  • The root cause was identified as inadequate maintenance and outdated equipment unable to meet the cooling demands of the manufacturing process.

Immediate Action

  • Immediate repairs were made to improve cooling efficiency by 50%.
  • Temporary cooling solutions were deployed to maintain climate control during the transition period.

Strategic Plan

  • PSC developed a comprehensive plan to replace outdated units, repair functional ones, and introduce building controls for better monitoring.

Implementation

  • New HVAC units were installed, repairs were completed, and temporary cooling ensured uninterrupted operations.

Ongoing Support

  • Quarterly maintenance was implemented to prevent future issues.
  • Building controls provided real-time data, allowing for proactive management and budgeting.
Peterson’s swift response and strategic planning were game-changers for our facility. Their expertise in providing temporary cooling solutions and long-term maintenance plans has ensured our manufacturing process runs smoothly and efficiently. We highly recommend their services.

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