BACKGROUND
The Cook & Phillip Aquatic Centre required an upgrade to its mechanical systems, including renovations to the air conditioning and pool heating infrastructure. As part of this modernization, Evo Energy Technologies was engaged as the designer and mechanical equipment supplier, while Flexigen was responsible for project management, site supervision, and commissioning. The project aimed to enhance energy efficiency through an advanced interconnected heating and cooling system.
DESCRIPTION
Flexigen provided project management, site supervision, commissioning, and handover services for the Cook & Phillip Aquatic Centre mechanical plant upgrade. The project included the installation and integration of a high-efficiency heating and cooling system, combining cogeneration, heat pumps, chillers, boilers, and a modern BMS to maximise energy recovery and reduce carbon emissions.
The cogeneration unit serves as the primary heating source, with waste heat used for air handling units (AHUs) and pool heating. Heat pumps further optimise energy use by recovering excess heat from the gym area, while gas-fired boilers act as a backup only during peak winter demand. The system was designed for seamless integration, prioritising the use of electricity-driven heating solutions to improve sustainability and operational efficiency.
