Liberty University upgraded its ice arena refrigeration system by partnering with ColonialWebb. The old freon-based chiller was phased out and replaced with an ammonia refrigerant chiller manufactured by Evapco. The pre-existing system had reached its terminal stage, and the university recognized the need for an upgrade to secure an eco-friendlier and more robust solution. The new solution will deliver top-tier performance for the next two to three decades.
The new state-of-the-art ammonia chiller spans 9 feet by 24 feet and is strategically placed on a concrete base adjacent to the LaHaye Ice Center. The high-efficiency compressors and innovative adiabatic condenser are meticulously designed for optimal operation and performance.
ColonialWebb seamlessly installed a pump skid package to integrate with the pre-existing mechanical quarters, expertly linked to the underfloor heating and cooling circuits. The entire system has been outfitted with Brine piping, creating vital conduits between the pump skid and Evapcold’s chiller system.
ColonialWebb’s fabrication expertise is evident in the pump skid, which was pre-assembled in our facility to expedite on-site installation, resulting in an efficient setup process immediately upon delivery.
The project’s success was due to the collaborative planning between Evapco and ColonialWebb, ensuring timely execution and the refrigeration system’s successful commissioning, resulting in a flawless initiation of Liberty’s next-generation ice arena refrigeration capabilities.
