Keeping a hospital environment comfortable year-round is crucial for both staff and patients. At SFI Group, they recently completed a chiller upgrade project at Paarl Hospital to ensure optimal temperature control while promoting energy efficiency.
The Challenge
The existing chillers on the hospital roof had reached the end of their lifespan, leading to concerns about potential failures that could disrupt critical temperature control. Upgrading the system became necessary to maintain a reliable and comfortable hospital environment.
The Solution
Their team implemented a comprehensive chiller upgrade project at Paarl Hospital, designed by the Western Cape Government. The key element is the installation of two new Daikin heat pump chillers.
These innovative units offer a dual functionality:
- Cooling in Summer: During hot summer months, the Daikin chillers will function traditionally, providing cool air circulation throughout the hospital.
- Heating in Winter: When winter arrives, these versatile units seamlessly switch to provide efficient heating, ensuring consistent comfort for patients and staff.
To optimise efficiency, the system utilises a sophisticated seasonal changeover controller. This intelligent system automatically adjusts the chiller operation based on the outside temperature, ensuring the most appropriate climate control for each season.
Technical Specifications – Daikin Heat Pump Chillers
- Eco-friendly Refrigerant: These Daikin air-cooled heat pumps utilise the latest R32 refrigerant, boasting a low Global Warming Potential (GWP) and Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP). This contributes to a more sustainable environmental impact for the hospital.
- Quiet Operation: Maintaining a peaceful environment is essential for patient recovery. The Daikin chillers operate with minimal noise, producing sound levels under 87 dBA.
Key Takeaways:
The Paarl Hospital chiller upgrade project delivers several significant benefits:
- Efficient Seasonal Changeover: The new system automatically adjusts between cooling and heating based on the season, ensuring year-round comfort.
- Reduced Energy Consumption: Daikin heat pump chillers are known for their energy efficiency, which translates to lower utility bills for the hospital.
- Environmental Sustainability: The use of R32 refrigerant minimises the system’s environmental footprint.
By implementing this innovative chiller upgrade, we’ve ensured a comfortable and energy-efficient environment at Paarl Hospital, allowing staff to focus on providing the best possible care for their patients.
Looking for chiller solutions for your facility? Contact us today to learn more about how our expertise can help you achieve optimal climate control while saving energy.
