Location: St Kilda VIC | Sector: Hospitality
The Challenge
- Logistics Constraints: The chiller connection was located on the rooftop of the parking structure, requiring careful coordination to avoid road blockages or the need for a crane during installation.
- Power Limitations: The site lacked sufficient electrical power to support a single large chiller unit.
- Height Clearance: The parking facility’s clearance was limited to 2.1 metres, complicating the delivery and installation of the necessary equipment.
With time running out, the hotel urgently required a temporary chiller hire service to provide a quick and effective solution to restore cooling, especially as an important charity event was scheduled, with numerous international guests expected to attend.
Product
1 x 65kW Air-Cooled Chillers
Installation Specifications: Flexible hoses, 30m pipe run, pump
Site Layout: Third-level parking installation with rooftop connection
Turnaround Time
Total 5 hours from Initial Inquiry at 11 am to complete Installation 4 PM
Duration
16 Weeks
Project Steps
- Initial Assessment: Assessed the hotel’s cooling requirements and site constraints during an on-site visit.
- Proposal Development: Delivered a detailed and comprehensive proposal within hours to align with the hotel’s critical timeline.
- Client Approval: Received prompt approval from the client to proceed with the solution.
- Installation: Successfully installed 60kW and 65kW chillers
- Operational Monitoring: Provided ongoing monitoring to ensure seamless operation until the permanent chiller system was installed.
The Solution
To address these challenges, Aircon Rentals delivered a tailored and efficient temporary chiller hire solution:
- Split Capacity Deployment: Two smaller chillers – a 60kW and a 65kW air-cooled unit – were deployed to meet the cooling demand while adhering to the site’s power limitations.
- Optimised Equipment Design: The chillers were mounted in a compact frame, allowing easy transportation and manoeuvrability through the 2.1m parking height clearance.
- Efficient Logistics: The chillers were strategically installed in the two-storey parking area, using flexible hoses and a 30m pipe run to connect seamlessly to the rooftop system.
- Rapid Response: The Aircon Rentals team completed the entire installation, including connections and operational checks, within six hours of the site inspection. This swift response ensured the hotel could meet its urgent cooling requirements.
This temporary chiller hire approach successfully overcame the site’s unique challenges, restoring the hotel’s cooling operations just in time for the critical charity event.
The Impact
- Guest Comfort: Overseas guests enjoyed a comfortable and well-cooled environment, enhancing their experience at the event.
- Operational Continuity: The hotel’s operations were restored seamlessly, avoiding any significant disruptions.
- Client Satisfaction: The client expressed high satisfaction with the prompt, professional, and effective handling of the situation.
Aircon Rentals’ ability to deliver a rapid, customised temporary chiller hire solution under challenging site conditions highlights our expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction. The hotel’s critical cooling requirements were met efficiently, ensuring the success of their charity event and maintaining guest comfort.
