Generators

Emergency Generator Replacement

Yonge Eglinton Centre
Toronto, Ontario

Challenge / Solution

The main objective of this project was to replace two (2) 40-year old emergency power generators located in Tower A and Tower B.  This replacement coincided with the upgrade of both the emergency power distribution systems and associated diesel fuel systems in both buildings.

McGregor Allsop was responsible for developing the system schematics, equipment layouts and performance requirements for the new 1000kW emergency generators to ensure code compliance.  Outdoor Gensets were selected to minimize the disruption to building operations as fewer power shut downs were required. Assembly of the new units was completed while the existing system was still operating which simplified logistics and again minimized disruptions.

Owner: RioCan YEC Holdings Inc.
Completion Date: June 2013
Project Type: Retrofit

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Emergency Generator Replacement

Ryerson University
Toronto, Ontario

Challenge / Solution

McGregor Allsop provided mechanical and electrical engineering design for the installation of a new 1.2MW emergency power generator for Jorgenson Hall on the Ryerson University campus. McGregor Allsop was also the prime consultant and carried both architectural and structural consultants.

The new generator provides power to life safety systems, elevators, and Ryerson’s Central Computer Facility.

The installation included a new electrical emergency distribution system, new fuel system and decommissioning of the existing generator. This work was performed while the building was occupied with minimal disruption to students.

Owner: Ryerson University
Completion Date: June 2011
Project Type: Retrofit