RETROFIT & REPLACEMENT

If your equipment is no longer working or near the end of its useful life, a direct replacement is always an option. But, it might not be the best or only one. Because of our engineering expertise and ability to understand your entire system, we always make it a point to try and offer you options—options that would maximize your investment and be better for the long-term efficiency and performance of the building.

Integration: Unlocking a Proprietary System Maximizes Flexibility.

Facility managers locked into proprietary controls software know the pain and reality of trying to efficiently manage their controls system when there are few to no options. It is expensive—limits choice in controls vendors and software; it is inflexible—won’t easily support future additions and upgrades; and it is frustrating—giving a vendor business because you must, not because earned value has been demonstrated. A controls integration based on an openly-licensed front-end will resolve this problem and serve the system well into the future. Integrating the existing controls from different manufacturers—such as Barber-Colman, Trane, Johnson Controls, Carrier, and Siemens–into one centralized building management system offers the ultimate in efficiency, flexibility and cost savings.

Integration: Unlocking a Proprietary System Maximizes Flexibility.

Facility managers locked into proprietary controls software know the pain and reality of trying to efficiently manage their controls system when there are few to no options. It is expensive—limits choice in controls vendors and software; it is inflexible—won’t easily support future additions and upgrades; and it is frustrating—giving a vendor business because you must, not because earned value has been demonstrated. A controls integration based on an openly-licensed front-end will resolve this problem and serve the system well into the future. Integrating the existing controls from different manufacturers—such as Barber-Colman, Trane, Johnson Controls, Carrier, and Siemens–into one centralized building management system offers the ultimate in efficiency, flexibility and cost savings.

Making the Case for Early Replacement

Bring Old Mechanical Controls Up To 21st-Century Technology

The Best Interest of Your Building Comes First

If your current Controls system is becoming a source of irritation, it may be time to initiate a retrofit project. In the case of pneumatics, a good controls contractor can probably find a work-around to get a system that is not performing properly, back up and running. However, the best alternative, at this point, is likely an open system DDC controls retrofit. The benefits of increased occupant comfort, decreased operating costs, faster response time, customized controls sequences for energy savings, and graphic user interface make this option worth considering. The ROI is typically better than expected and bringing the facility up to current energy standards is a big incentive as well.

 

ASHRAE SERVICE- LIFE STATISTICS

TYPE MEAN SERVICE LIFE
RTU (roof top unit) 15 years
Split System 15 years
Cooling Tower 20 years
Chiller 20-23 years

CONTROLS INTEGRATION BENEFITS

  • Single User Interface

    • No need for multiple computer systems

  • Energy Savings

    • Quicker reaction to shifts in environmental conditions

  • Lower Labor Costs

    • Streamlined operations
    • No need to learn and manage multiple systems

  • Improved Response Time

    • Real-time alerts and timely correction
    • Mobile monitoring and access
    • Remote diagnostics and troubleshooting

  • Data Collection

    • Single point of collection
    • Facilitates better decision making

  • Compatible Software and Devices

    • Based on Tridium “open” system
    • Flexibility in vendor/manufacturer choice
    • Scalable for future upgrade or expansion

  • Multiple Sites

    • Can include multiple buildings or multiple sites

CONTROLS INTEGRATION BENEFITS

  • Single User Interface

    • No need for multiple computer systems

  • Energy Savings

    • Quicker reaction to shifts in environmental conditions

  • Lower Labor Costs

    • Streamlined operations
    • No need to learn and manage multiple systems

  • Improved Response Time

    • Real-time alerts and timely correction
    • Mobile monitoring and access
    • Remote diagnostics and troubleshooting

  • Data Collection

    • Single point of collection
    • Facilitates better decision making

  • Compatible Software and Devices

    • Based on Tridium “open” system
    • Flexibility in vendor/manufacturer choice
    • Scalable for future upgrade or expansion

  • Multiple Sites

    • Can include multiple buildings or multiple sites