The existing heating system original pipework was failing in its ability to accommodate thermal expansion, impacting the system's efficiency and increasing maintenance demands. The challenge was to document and carry out the work with minimum loss of amenity to the occupants of the three buildings on the precinct.

S&T partnered with Victaulic, a global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions, to design a system that could allow movement caused by thermal expansion. This ensured that the new system would significantly reduce maintenance issues, improve long-term performance, and support sustainability goals.

The installation was expertly delivered by Aquaheat, who managed to successfully install around 1,400 pipework fittings in just 34 days - minimising disruption to Parliament while executing a high-quality, precision-engineered upgrade.

Stephenson & Turner is committed to sustainable, energy-efficient building solutions, ensuring that New Zealand’s built environment operates at optimal performance while reducing environmental impact. This project met this objective in two ways, firstly by effectively extending the life of the existing pipework, avoiding its replacement, and secondly by significantly improving the operational and seasonal efficiency of the heating system.

Ngā mihi nui to our project partners Victaulic and Aquaheat for their expertise and dedication in delivering an outstanding mechanical upgrade for Parliamentary Services.

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