ATI Delivers Custom Boiler Solutions for Manhasset School District’s Energy Upgrade
Tackling the Unique Demands of Institutional Facilities with Precision, Efficiency and a Safety Focus
In K-12 schools, energy savings, safety, and system reliability are necessities. At Manhasset Secondary School, these priorities were addressed through an energy performance contract with Johnson Controls, which focused on upgrading and modernizing lighting, motors, and fuel-burning equipment to improve efficiency and reduce energy use.
ATI’s role was central to the school’s boiler room transformation. Tasked with surveying the existing mechanical setup and specifying replacement equipment, ATI designed custom boiler solutions to suit the building’s tight physical footprint while delivering reliable heat throughout the entire school.
An Installation That Called for More Than Standard Equipment
The Manhasset Secondary School’s boiler room presented unique challenges from the outset. The school’s original boilers were located in a concrete pit with limited access. ATI responded with a creative, highly technical solution: the use of field-erected boilers. Delivered in pieces and assembled on-site, these units were custom-welded and fabricated in place, overcoming the space limitations and ensuring the new system could be installed without compromising future service access.
To further address the floor clearance challenge created by the pit location, ATI designed the system with extended saddles, allowing for easier future tube pulls and serviceability. Every decision factored in long-term maintainability and real-world use by facility personnel.
High-Performance Equipment for a Demanding Environment
The upgraded system includes:
- Two Industrial Steam Boiler Model ISB3-300-15 Boilers
- Two Power Flame C6-GO-30HTD Dual-Fuel High Turn Down Burners
- A custom master boiler control panel
These components offer high turndown ratios, dual-fuel capability, and tight integration for optimal performance under varied load conditions, which is ideal for a school building with fluctuating occupancy demands.
Beyond performance, the system was designed with cost savings and serviceability in mind. With more efficient burners and improved boiler design, the school can expect lower fuel consumption and reduced maintenance needs over time, which are key benefits for public facilities operating on tight budgets.
Expert Knowledge of Institutional Facilities
What sets ATI apart for this project and many others in the education, healthcare, and government sectors, is a deep understanding of the constraints and priorities unique to institutional buildings. These facilities often present legacy infrastructure, limited installation space, and the need to minimize downtime. ATI is well-equipped to design boiler room systems that:
- Integrate seamlessly with existing equipment
- Meet or exceed code requirements and energy targets
- Are easy to maintain and service over time
- Keep occupants safe and comfortable year-round
Safety is a key priority for institutional facilities. The Manhasset Secondary School project included gas monitoring as a part of its comprehensive safety strategy. ATI offers a wide range of gas detection systems as ancillary equipment for schools, hospitals, parking garages, and other mechanical spaces. These systems help manage risk, meet modern codes, and protect people and equipment alike.
With a seasoned team of design engineers and field technicians, ATI managed projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring long-term success for property managers and facility engineers.
Smarter Solutions, Safer Systems
The Manhasset Secondary School installation demonstrates ATI’s ability to solve complex mechanical problems while advancing institutional sustainability and performance goals. By tailoring our approach to the real-world constraints of the site and leveraging field-erected technology in a smart, forward-looking design, ATI delivered long-term value and efficiency.
For facilities planning similar upgrades, ATI brings a proven track record of success across a wide range of institutional environments. Whether the priority is energy efficiency, code compliance, safety through gas detection, or system integration, ATI is ready to identify the right solutions and deliver them with expert care.
Contact ATI of NY to discuss your next upgrade and discover how smarter system design can enhance efficiency, safety, and long-term performance.