Marcum Engineering provided mechanical and electrical design services for a phased HVAC renovation of the 27-year-old Hardin County Justice Center. The project addressed immediate failures, improved system capacity, and upgraded outdated components while maintaining building operations.
Project Phasing and Scope:
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Emergency boiler replacement and six critical heat pump replacements in 2023
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Rental fluid cooler installed to maintain cooling during design and procurement of new fluid cooler (2023–2024)
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New fluid cooler installed with increased capacity to meet building demand
Major Renovation Phase (2024–2026):
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Remainder of heat pumps replaced across the building
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Area isolation valves added to allow phased work and maintain system functionality
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Makeup air units replaced and upgraded to include energy recovery features
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Ceiling and lighting replaced in approximately half of the facility
Operational Considerations:
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Phased design to minimize disruption and maintain building functionality during renovations
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Use of design alternates to prioritize scope based on available funding
Marcum is proud to support Hardin County with essential infrastructure upgrades that enhance comfort, energy efficiency, and long-term building performance. Project cost: 5 million.
