Christchurch Boys High School

Job Type

Retrofit

Location

Christchurch, NZ

Overview

Reliable Controls Authorized Dealer, IES Automation successfully completed this retrofit project for Christchurch Boys High School. Christchurch Boys High School has an iconic, heritage building towering over the school’s facilities which is significant not only to the students but to Canterbury region. IES Automation, in 2017 successfully delivered the electrical and controls for mechanical package for the new Hall. Later, in the same year we also helped complete the new Energy Centre (the heating is generated by 3 gas fired condensing boilers and distributed throughout the whole site via variable speed controlled hot water pumps). In 2019, we participated in the new construction of the Straven Decant building which included a VRF Air Conditioning System with a BACnet HLI (High Level Interface) to allow integration with our Reliable Controls MACH-system. Due to the simplicity of the Reliable Controls MACH-system graphical interface and the developed relationship with the school and their headmaster Craig Dunnett, we were able to achieve the site wired BMS contract. Electrically we incorporated Reliable Controllers to be connected through the schools site wired network. We used 1 MACH-PROWEBSYS™ 2 MACH-PROSYS™ 2 MACH-PROVIEW™ 2 MACH-PROZONE™, this web server allows a user equipped with a PC and standard web browser to view and operate a Reliable Controls® MACH-System. Mechanically, we installed two 4-pipe recovery AHU’s (Air Handing Unit), boiler system, a VRF (Variable Refrigerant Flow), air change unit with duct heaters, and smoke exhaust and spill fans.

Highlights

Completion

2016

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Anthony Eppelstun

Construction Manager

Anthony has spent the last 15 Years in the construction industry specialising in the delivery of electrical and control systems. His origins in the industry stem from his days as an apprentice electrician, project manager, through to his current position of construction manager for IES Group. His ability to liaise with builders and coordinate services throughout the project are his strengths. This is demonstrated through a strong repeat client base and continued relationships.

Todd McBride

Director / Branch Manager

Todd is a dual trade qualified electrician & air-conditioning/refrigeration technician and has been with IES for 10 years, quickly progressing through the business to his current position. He has vast knowledge of HVAC plant and the Reliable Controls product. During this time, he gained a thorough understanding as to how multinational organisations operate and effectively applies this knowledge to run an efficient, focused & streamlined business specialising in Building Automation Controls.

Todd’s strength is in his ability to co-ordinate staff to respond quickly to any client requirement. He develops relationships with clients to ensure they’re kept informed and insuring their expectations are exceeded with an elevated level of service and support.

Bimberi Youth Justice Centre

Project Summary

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This project consisted of thirteen high security state of the art residential, education & training, recreation, administration and other support facilities enclosed by a secure perimeter. The mechanical services in this unique project consisted of heating and chilled water plan, in-slab heating and VRV.
The BMS system is controlled via a central head end residing in the administration building. IES successfully delivered the project and continues to undertake the maintenance.

Highlights

Client

Hindmarsh

Location

Canberra City

Completion

2015

Technology
  • Reliance Controls….,
  • Automated backup power

28 Sydney Avenue

Project Summary

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This project included not only the innovative 5 Star NABERS Energy rated office building construction but also an integrated fit-out. Mechanical systems include chilled and heating water systems utilizing water cooled chillers and gas fired boilers. Air systems include AHUs, FCUs, general ventilation systems and carpark ventilation and air quality monitoring system.

Using a High Level Interface the BMS communicates with chillers, VRF air conditioning system and Variable Speed Drives controlling pumps and fans. Remote monitoring of the BMS is possible via an ADSL connection using a web interface.

Highlights

Client

Hindmarsh

Location

Canberra City

Completion

2015

Technology
  • Reliance Controls….,
  • Automated backup power

One Farrell Place

Project Summary

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This project was carried out with 75% of the building tenanted. Controls were upgraded floor by floor until equipment in the roof-top plantroom was strategically replaced. Systems included all fan and pump motors replaced and controlled by new VSDs, new chiller and boilers.

The BMS controls all VSDs via HLI which means the BMS is able to access a wide range of information directly from the VSD over a single cable. Energy monitoring in the building is handled by the BMS and includes electrical meters and gas metering.

Highlights

Client

Benmax

Location

Canberra City

Completion

2015

Technology

– Reliable Controls….
– Automated backup power

Project: 212 Northbourne

Project Summary

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T212 Northbourne Avenuehis project was undertaken to refurbish this unique buildings’ mechanical services plant to achieve a 4.5 star NABERS rating. The works included a full mechanical system upgrade including replacement of chilled, heating and condenser water systems.

Systems monitored include electrical meters, gas meters and water meters. A subsequent fit out was integrated into the base-building BMS with minimal re-engineering.

Highlights

Client

Benmax

Location

Canberra City

Completion

2015

Technology
  • Reliance Controls….,
  • Automated backup power