The mechanical heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system include two 65-ton gas-fired/DX cooling rooftop units that serve the two floors of the building, respectively. A variable air volume (VAV) system with heated water reheat is used in conjunction with the above to provide proper thermal zoning for greater control to meet the needs of occupant comfort. The system utilizes a sophisticated multi-zone VAV control sequence to optimize unit performance to increase energy efficiency that...
MercyOne North Iowa Behavioral Services Center is located in Mason City, Iowa. It is an addition to the existing full-service hospital and offers a network of services for persons dealing with behavioral health issues. The HVAC system makes use of the existing steam and chilled water plants in the building. Rather than being used directly in heating coils, the steam is used to heat a new hot water loop for the addition. A traditional Variable Air...
Story County Medical Center is a one-story addition and renovation to an existing critical access hospital providing expanded outpatient services for its rural community. The multi-service facility provides the following services and amenities to the surrounding community: Inpatient Care Cardiac Rehabilitation Emergency Services Laboratory Services Medically Oriented Gym Occupational Health Services Outpatient Clinic & Surgical Services Radiology Respiratory Therapy Therapy Services Wellness/Education This award-winning, state-of-the-art facility features a standalone mechanical system including ultra-high efficient, condensing hot...
MODUS was challenged with renovating an existing building without as-builts. Multiple site visits were required to determine the locations of existing equipment and pipe routing. The existing HVAC system that serves the entire building is a California style heat pump system. The fluid cooler is located on the roof and the boiler and AHU are located in the basement (project level) mechanical room. After multiple pricing sets, the developer/building owner decided that the new renovation...
Located just a few hundred feet from Interstate 80, UI Health Care at Iowa River Landing provides patients and their families another option for getting the quality care....
The Jack Trice Stadium South End Zone expansion project highlighted MODUS’ capabilities to streamline designs, meet tight deliverable deadlines, and coordinate effectively with all stakeholders throughout the entirety of a project....
Mercy Medical Center's North Iowa Energy Center is located in Mason City, IA. The hospital outgrew its initial energy center, creating the need for an updated system. The design features a complete overhaul of the electrical system, new generators, cooling towers, and is capable of adjusting to the continued growth of the hospital. A multi-phase plan was utilized over the course of two years. Hospital operations were never inconvenienced and the facility remained open throughout...
Covenant Medical Center has been an important aspect of the Waterloo community for years. Proudly hired to update the facility, MODUS equipped the emergency department with standalone mechanical systems, dedicated electrical service and an emergency generator to allow the emergency department to operate independently from the rest of the hospital. MODUS provided Fire Protection, Plumbing, Mechanical HVAC, Electrical, and Telecommunications design and construction administration for the new $11.7 million Emergency Department addition and renovation for...