Chiller Installation
Overview
A supplemental chiller was added to the existing chilled water system to increase cooling capacity within an active GMP environment. The project included full lifecycle management—from Basis of Design through procurement, delivery, installation, and startup—while maintaining compliance with GMP operational constraints.
Key Features
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Additional Chiller Installation — Integrated a new chiller into the existing chilled water system to support increased cooling demand.
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Procurement Management — Oversaw equipment selection, vendor coordination, and delivery logistics from design through site arrival.
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GMP‑Compliant Installation — Facilitated installation and startup activities within an active GMP space without disrupting ongoing operations.
Challenges
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Limited Routing Path — Existing conditions restricted the available path from the system tie‑in point to the equipment location on the floor below.
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Remote Startup Team — The manufacturer’s startup representatives were out of state, requiring precise scheduling and coordination.
Project Details
Location
Seaport, Boston, MA
Design Partners
Arcadis
Type
Construction Management
Solution
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Alternative Piping Path — Einstein’s team and the mechanical subcontractor developed a revised routing strategy that avoided restricted GMP areas identified by the client’s facility team.
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Cross‑Functional Coordination — Worked closely with the client, engineering group, QVC team, and chiller manufacturer to ensure the unit was fully prepared for commissioning upon the arrival of the remote startup representative.
End Result
Einstein’s successfully delivered and integrated the supplemental chiller on schedule and within budget, while maintaining GMP compliance and minimizing operational disruption.