311 Emergency Call Center
Austin, Texas

Arizpe provided all MEP engineering services for the 2-story 52,000 sq. ft. emergency call center facility. Arizpe provided an initial assessment and presented a design report outlining the items that needed to be addressed. The client was then able to select which work was to be completed under the contract based upon their funding capacity and user needs.

The building, which required 100-tons of air conditioning, was equipped with air handlers, chilled water piping and VAV boxes were used to control air flow in selected areas. Arizpe engineers specified an energy efficient recovery unit (ERU) with a desiccant heat wheel to pre-treat outside air. CO2 sensors were also installed for monitoring inside the ERU.

Lighting and power was demolished and a new 277/480v power supply was provided. Dual-level light switching was designed per the energy conservation codes and lighting levels were met using T8 pendant fixtures. The existing generator was field tested and determined to have sufficient capacity to power the entire 2nd floor emergency complex’s UPS and normal power distribution network. Additionally existing electrical panels were found in the mechanical rooms underneath chill water pipes, these were relocated to new electrical rooms to satisfy all NEC requirements.