16th April 2025

Installing air conditioning / HVAC for the Freightliner Group Ltd’s office building and achieving COP of 3.6

Article by: Ryan Greaves
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Ecotech Yorkshire partnered with Freightliner Group Ltd to deliver heat pump office building support, providing a complete air conditioning fit-out for their newly refurbished 8,000 sq. ft. training academy, situated in the heart of the Frenchgate Shopping Centre. The client required a modern, efficient HVAC solution that could support operations without disrupting the academy’s activities or the shopping centre environment.

Air conditioning design and installation

We firstly started by installing the latest Mitsubishi Electric VRF City Multi heat pumps into their office buildings (67kW total output), delivering zoned, energy-efficient climate control across the large open-plan space.

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A convenient control system & plumbing elevations

As part of this project, we integrated BC Controller for independent control of all 13 indoor units, which included a combination of wall-mounted and ceiling cassette types, all with remote access for ease of use and energy management. As part of the supplementary plumbing works, we installed a wash basin for the newly created on-site health check room too.

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Key challenges and how we overcame them

The academy had to remain fully operational during installation. We meticulously scheduled works and coordinated deliveries to ensure minimal disruption. A major logistical challenge involved transporting the 450kg external office building heat pump units to the shopping centre roof without using cranes. This was achieved by disassembling the units, manually transporting them to the roof, and then rebuilding them on-site, an effort that showcased our resourcefulness and commitment to our client's requirements.

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High-efficiency climate control achieved

Freightliner Group Ltd now has a remote-controlled, zoned air conditioning system which significantly reduces energy use and running costs. We’ve also helped them transition from a fixed ducted system to a flexible, room-by-room approach. When you look at the numbers, their COP (Coefficient of Performance) of 3.6, for every 1kW of input, 3.6kW of heat output has now been achieved, marking a significant gain in efficiency too.

Project value: £148,000

Ryan Greaves

To find out more or get a quote, get in touch with our expert Ecotech Yorkshire Team.

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