Significant Changes & Benefits in the Newly Renovated Tweed Heads Library

The Tweed Heads Library expansion included a full upgrade of the Electrical, Mechanical, Fire and Hydraulics systems for the building that WalkerBai was commissioned to design.   

Details of the design included:  

1) replacement of the existing building main switchboard;  

2) installing LED lighting;   

3) use of fabric air conditioning ductwork; and  

4) installation of 20kW rooftop solar system.   

These upgrades provide long-term benefits for the Tweed Heads Library. 

Here, we list the advantages of each design: 

 The new main switchboard improved the electrical safety of the library and will reduce maintenance and improve compliance with current safety standards. It has lowered the risk of electrocution and electrical fire.

Fabric air conditioning ductwork uses fabric ducting rather than metal ducts to transport air. This method is considered green and beneficial. From cost of materials to installation, Tweed Heads Library generated savings as it required less ductwork, material cost is 20-80% cheaper than metal and less manpower required to install. Even future savings is guaranteed as this is easier to clean. More savings on energy up to 25% because of reduced static pressure requirements. Moreover, occupants of the library will be more comfortable because of the improvement in air quality and air distribution.  

Installation of 20kW rooftop solar system is additional savings to Tweed Heads Library. Combined with the new LED lighting , savings can be up to around $8,000 a year with a return of investment in 5 years.  

To summarize, besides the aesthetics that are first evident in the newly refurbished Tweed Heads Library, safety, long-term savings and efficiency are the significant changes that have been made to this building. 

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