1776 On The Green: Advanced Automation for a Multi-Tenant Office Building
Enhancing energy efficiency and operational control in a 362,000 sq. ft. Class-A office space.
Project Overview
Client
CB Richard Ellis, 1776 On The Green
Location
Paramus, New Jersey
Building Size
362,000 sq. ft.
Building Usage
Class-A multi-tenant office building
Project Type
Existing Retrofit
Objective
To create a user-friendly, energy-efficient building management system (BMS) while maintaining tenant operations during the retrofit process.
The Challenge
The retrofit of this ten-story office building presented significant challenges:
- Ensuring uninterrupted tenant operations during installation.
- Integrating equipment from various manufacturers into one seamless system.
- Designing a flexible and expandable system to accommodate future needs.
- Incorporating advanced wireless technology for perimeter fan coil units.
- Securing utility rebates to reduce costs for the client.
The ACS Solution
Advanced Control Solutions implemented innovative solutions tailored to the building’s unique needs:
Web-Based Control System: Designed a Tridium/Honeywell system for centralized and user-friendly building management.
Equipment Integration: Created a LON/BACnet network to unify equipment into the EMS system, ensuring seamless functionality and significant cost savings.
Lighting Control Integration: Integrated a BACnet-enabled lighting control system to enhance tenant control and reduce energy usage.
Wireless Technology: Incorporated ZigBee wireless technology to manage 321 perimeter fan coil units efficiently.
Boiler Plant Interface: Developed an interface for controlling the boiler plant and pumps servicing the fan-powered mixing boxes.
The Results
The project delivered significant benefits to the property owner and tenants:
Energy Efficiency
Reduced operational costs through optimized HVAC, lighting, and wireless systems.
Improved Tenant Experience
Enhanced comfort and convenience with advanced control options for tenants.
Scalable System Design
Built-in flexibility to accommodate future upgrades and expansions.
Operational Savings
Maximized cost-efficiency by securing substantial rebates from the local utility company.
1776 On The Green Project Snapshot
Location:
Paramus, New Jersey
Building Size:
362,000 sq. ft.
Building Usage:
Multi-tenant office environment
Objectives:
Energy efficiency, reduced maintenance, enhanced tenant comfort.
HVAC Controls:
Tridium/Honeywell Webs control system
Installation Date:
Scheduled for May 1, 2011
Controls Contractor:
Advanced Control Solutions
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