CASE STUDIES
Ice fl oor at the Edinburgh curling rink replaced by Star
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new level ice surface installed at a top curling rink by Star Refrigeration has reduced the energy consumption of the refrigeration plant by 9%. Home to 1600 members and 80 separate curling clubs, Murrayfi eld Curling Ltd is a staple for the winter sport in the Scottish capital, hosting a range of prestigious tournaments every year. After decades in operation, the curling rink required some TLC and Glasgow based Star Refrigeration was appointed the role of principal contractor for the renovation. Due to overuse the ice rink fl oor had become uneven and ineffi cient, causing irregular formation and thickness of the ice. Star provided technical support and guidance for the fl oor replacement project, knowing that the thicker the ice, the harder the cooling plant has to work to freeze the ice surface. This in turn has an impact on the curling conditions and energy consumption, leading to increased running costs.
Star Refrigeration’s project manager in charge of the works from start to handover, Stuart Rankin, led an on-site team of up to 15 people in order to coordinate all subcontractors over the fi ve-month
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period the project lasted. Mr Rankin said, “The new ice fl oor installed is fi rst and foremost more level than the old one, creating more consistent conditions and improving its playability. This allows for a better curling experience, ensuring loyalty from existing customers and increasing the likelihood of attracting new ones. “The solid foundations put in place also safeguard the fl oor’s longevity, reducing the need for future maintenance or renovations, both of which are further guaranteed by the incorporation of a warm heater mat which will prevent any frost heave from damaging the fl oor in the future.” After removing and disposing of the existing
ineffi cient ice rink fl oor, Star designed, manufactured and installed a glycol pump skid, fi tted the composite fl oor and laid two layers of overlapping insulation. Additional to the onsite replacement, Star engineers were also responsible for the installation of a header system designed to supply the cold and warm glycol mats, as well as the heat recovery pump skid to feed the latter and all of the associated pipe work to connect the various components to one another.
The fi nished product is a signifi cant improvement of the previous ice fl oor, both in terms of energy effi ciency and practicality for playing.
The consistent level of ice is thinner than previously allowed, delivering a level playing surface for curling at the desired temperature without requiring extra work from the refrigeration plant. In fact, the new plant has reduced the site’s energy consumption by 9% which is another huge benefi t for the business. Paul Stevenson, Director of Murrayfi eld Curling Ltd said, “We chose Star Refrigeration to carry out this project based upon their excellent reputation in the refrigeration and ice leisure community and we have been very pleased with their work. “The old fl oor has been effi ciently removed and disposed of and the new one put in place on time and within budget, meeting all our expectations and specifi cations. We’re looking forward to many years of playing on this top quality new surface, allowing us to attract a wider number of curling enthusiasts and raising the standard of the game here in Edinburgh.”
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