How the system was controlled was of paramount importance to the site engineer, who required a control system that offered full integration of the bedroom's air conditioning system from a central point.

The hotel uses a key card reader in each bedroom for energy conservation so a further requirement was that the control unit should be compatible with this as well.

It was decided to use a centralised controller linked to a PC front end, as it provides both these operations from one source and enables the site engineer to access the system remotely. This also has the added advantage of individual control of the units, report generation, fault indication and group control to name just a few.

The installation was carried out in groups of six bedrooms and it was therefore essential that the project was done efficiently and to a tight schedule. The indoor units were connected to 13 VRF two pipe cooling only condensing units.

Hadrian installed a total of 144 concealed ceiling units above the bulkhead of each of the bedrooms. These units were chosen as they were designed specifically for hotel applications and could be installed with minimum interruption to the smooth running of the hotel.

CASE STUDY

Oulton Hall Hotel Leeds

The De Vere Oulton Hall is a Grade II listed building which has been lovingly restored. A hotel with traditional character and in keeping with its historical status whilst meeting the needs of a modern day five star hotel. The hotel was fully operational and closing for refurbishment was not an option