UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO - JW MARTIN LAB SYSTEMS IMPROVEMENTS

This Design-Build project included renovations to three existing high bay lab spaces to transform a section of the building into a one-of-a-kind deep soil research facility. The improvements enabled the installation of 24 custom-made deep soil Ecotron soil research units through upgrades to the structure, mechanical systems, and electrical systems. Each Ecotron unit requires several utilities, including supply/exhaust air, chilled water supply/return, water, gases, power, data, and sewer. A new chiller and air handling unit were designed to support the function of the Ecotron units as well as provide the necessary space conditioning. A dedicated air handling system was added to cool the space, an ultra-cold chilled water system was added to cool the Ecotrons, a heat recovery supply and exhaust system was added to ventilate the Ecotrons, along with water, specialty gases, power, data, and drainage. Other improvements included new electrical switchgear, updated lighting, and finishes throughout the entire facility.