Using connected HVAC insights to support reliable university operations

When Missouri University of Science and Technology needed to replace a critical chiller serving its chilled water loop system, the university looked for more than a replacement asset. Facilities leaders wanted greater visibility into HVAC performance, asset health, and system reliability across an interconnected campus environment.

By partnering with Johnson Controls, Missouri S&T implemented a YORK® Connected Chiller integrated with its campus chilled water loop system, geothermal plant, and Metasys Building Automation System. The connected solution provides near real-time operational insights that help facilities teams monitor critical HVAC equipment, make informed decisions, optimize resources, and support reliable operations across campus facilities.

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Improved uptime

Enhanced efficiency

Gained real-time insights

Maintaining reliable HVAC operations across an interconnected campus

Missouri University of Science and Technology operates more than 100 buildings. Approximately 50 campus facilities are connected through a chilled water loop system and geothermal plant, creating an interconnected infrastructure where the performance of a single chiller can influence operations across multiple buildings.

When it became necessary to replace a chiller in the electrical engineering building, the university sought a solution that would provide near real-time HVAC performance insights, improve operational visibility, and help the facilities team maximize resources while maintaining a comfortable environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Because the building's HVAC system is connected to a broader campus network, reliable chiller operation plays an important role in supporting campus-wide activities and day-today operations.

Leveraging connected chiller technology and building automation for greater visibility

To gain deeper visibility into HVAC system performance, Missouri University of Science and Technology partnered with Johnson Controls to install a YORK® Connected Chiller and integrate it with the campus chilled water loop system, geothermal plant, and Metasys Building Automation System.

The connected solution provides near real-time monitoring and reporting, allowing the facilities team to track asset health, identify potential issues earlier, and make more informed operational decisions. By connecting critical HVAC infrastructure through a university building automation system, facilities personnel have access to the information they need to manage campus operations more effectively.

To support long-term performance and reliability, the university also entered into a fiveyear service agreement that includes monthly checkups and annual maintenance. Combined with connected services and expert support, the agreement helps the facilities team manage HVAC infrastructure that serves multiple campus facilities.

“Working with Johnson Controls allowed us to extend our own team with their connected service and technology. We’ve gained the data analytics and labor flexibility to optimize our systems’ uptime and overall performance.”

Gary Hawkins
Supervisor of Facilities and Electronic Systems, Missouri University of Science and Technology

Using HVACP performance data to support uptime and efficiency

With access to near real-time performance insights, Missouri University of Science and Technology can monitor chiller health from virtually anywhere and respond more effectively to operational needs.

Enhanced HVAC visibility helps the facilities team optimize campus operations, improve staff efficiency, and support long-term performance objectives. Access to connected monitoring and reporting provides greater insight into the condition and operation of critical HVAC assets, helping staff make timely, informed decisions.

Because the electrical engineering building's HVAC system is connected to approximately 50 campus facilities and the campus geothermal plant, reliable chiller performance supports broader university operations. Through its partnership with Johnson Controls, Missouri S&T has expanded access to connected services, data-driven insights, and HVAC expertise that help support uptime across its interconnected campus infrastructure.

About Missouri University of Science and Technology

Missouri University of Science and Technology is a public research university with more than 100 buildings on campus and approximately 7,200 students.

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