Case Study
Major Efficiency Upgrades at Stony Brook University with Updated Steam Traps, Pipe Insulation, and Control Valves
SMI Impact
CO2 emission reduction of 1,259,963 lbs of coal burned
Fuel savings of 15,500 Mlb per year
506 zone control valves and 18 digital pressure transmitters upgraded
Improved efficiency of existing heating systems through zone control and temperature set backs
Customer
A tier one ESCO was contracted to complete an ESPC at Stony Brook University. Located in New York, 26 residence halls house more than 10,000 students on 1,039 acres. Steam Management, Inc. was hired by the ESCO to design and execute a turnkey installation of steam traps, insulation and control valves.
Conditions
• 2,030 linear feet of uninsulated piping
• 2,500 uncontrolled hydronic radiators in 26 residence halls
• 468 original equipment steam traps across the entire campus
Key Actions
Survey and develop multiple scopes of work
Ultrasonic testing of every steam trap
Prepare final application schedule and product submittal for project approval
Manage material purchasing and subcontracted labor for turnkey installation
Schedule site access and utility shutdowns with facility managers
On-Site Project Management by SMI Personnel
Conduct start-up and weekly safety meetings
Replacement of 468 Steam Traps
Installation of 506 hydronic zone control valves
Installation of 18 digital pressure transmitters
Installation of 2,030 linear feet of pipe insulation
Complete project commissioning, punch list and sign-off walk throughs
Provide O&M Manual with material and workmanship warranty
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