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The York Catholic District School Board (“YCDSB”) serves one of the fastest growing areas in North America. It operates in the Regional Municipality of York, located in the Greater Toronto Area. The YCDSB has 86 Elementary and 17 Secondary schools across the Region’s nine municipalities, (Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Whitchurch-Stouffville, and King Township). It works to inspire approximately 50,000 students and their families through an innovative curriculum of Catholic Education rooted in Gospel values.
York Catholic District School Board ("YCDSB")
2020 - 2021
Building Automation System
After installing new HVAC systems and air handling units, the York Catholic District School Board (“YCDSB”) hired ProPhase to upgrade the building automation system, with respect to their HVAC control systems.
Effective project management and meticulous execution are critical to ProPhase’s process:
Conducting site visits to assess the new HVAC infrastructure and identify specific requirements needed to support their building automation systems.
Holding planning sessions with the YCDSB’s project managers and key stakeholders to align on project goals, timelines, and expectations.
Deploying specialized teams for each aspect of the project. Each team consisted of experts in their respective fields to ensure high-quality work.
Implementing rigorous safety protocols to maintain a clean safety record and ensure the wellbeing of all workers and the YCDSB’s employees.
Scheduling work during nighttime and off-hours to reduce any impact on the YCDSB’s daily operations.
Identifying specific needs for communication and data systems, electrical installations, power generation, and building automation systems.
Making sure project managers and key stakeholders align on project goals, timelines, and expectations.
For each aspect of the project, ProPhase’s team consisted of experts in their respective fields to ensure high-quality work.
Maintaining a clean safety record and ensuring the wellbeing of all workers and the YCDSB’s employees.
By scheduling during nighttime and off-hours, ProPhase reduces any impact on the YCDSB's operations and customer experience.
Our 4 challenges faced during the project include:
Ensuring that the installations and upgrades did not disrupt the YCDSB’s daily operations and customer experience.
Maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency throughout the project to meet the YCDSB’s operational and regulatory requirements.
Adhering to strict project timelines to ensure that each store was operational as per the schedule.
ProPhase installed robust communication and data infrastructure, ensuring reliable connectivity and data flow across the store locations. This included fiber optic cabling, network setup, and data center installations.
Comprehensive electrical systems were installed, including lighting, power distribution, and emergency power systems. ProPhase’s attention to detail ensured that all installations met the YCDSB’s high standards for safety and reliability.
Energy-efficient cogeneration systems were implemented to provide stable and cost-effective power. These systems not only reduced energy costs but also contributed to a lower carbon footprint, aligning with the YCDSB’s sustainability goals.
Advanced building automation systems were installed to optimize energy usage, enhance security, and improve overall operational efficiency. These systems provided real-time monitoring and control over various building functions.
We partnered with the YCDSB to improve their HVAC control systems in order to optimize the overall efficiency of their air handling units in their schools.
The integration of advanced HVAC control systems streamlined operations, enhancing overall efficiency.
The new building automation systems helped to reduce energy costs, supporting the YCDSB’s sustainability initiatives.
ProPhase’s meticulous approach to electrical installations ensured a reliable and safe power infrastructure, minimizing the risk of outages and accidents.
The building automation systems provided the YCDSB with improved control over their facilities, resulting in better energy management and security.
Before concluding the project, ProPhase ensures that all systems are fully operational and meet the client’s expectations:
Performing extensive testing of all systems to ensure they function correctly and efficiently.
Offering training sessions for the YCDSB’s staff to ensure they are well-versed in operating and maintaining the new systems.
Conducting a final review with YCDSB’s management to confirm satisfaction and officially hand over the project.
ProPhase’s commitment to excellence extends beyond project completion:
Providing post-installation support and maintenance to ensure long-term reliability and performance of the installed systems.
Encouraging feedback from the YCDSB to continually improve services and address any future needs promptly.
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