Project Details
Type:
New ConstructionSize:
43,200 square feetLocation:
Fairchance, PennsylvaniaServices:
Provided HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical Engineering Design, LEED DesignOwner:
Albert Gallatin School DistrictArchitect:
Michael S. Molnar Associates, Jeanine Russell, Project Manager
Project Overview
The new A.L. Wilson Elementary School is a LEED Silver certified building incorporating sustainable design elements exceeding the adopted state energy code.
The HVAC system consisted of a water source heat pump VER system. Dedicated air conditioning systems were provided for the administration areas, computer room areas and libraries. A complete automatic temperature control system was designed for optimum energy savings and accurate space temperature control.
The complete plumbing system was designed to current codes and ADA requirements. Toilet fixtures were provided and the existing water heaters were replaced with new high efficiency heaters. The water service was upgraded with backflow prevention devices and sized to handle the increased water demand. The domestic water distribution and sanitary piping was replaced where required.
The lighting system consisted of high efficiency direct/indirect suspended linear fixtures with electronic T-5HO ballasts in the classrooms. High bay fluorescent industrial fixtures with electronic T5HO ballasts were provided in the multipurpose room. Multilevel switching was provided to suit the various needs of the classroom environment. Fire alarm, intercommunications and structured cabling systems were also included.