PHL Terminal A West Checked Baggage Recapitalization Project
The City of Philadelphia, Division of Aviation (DOA) completed a Checked Baggage Inspection System (CBIS) recapitalization renovation and a new Check Baggage Resolution Area (CBRA) addition for Philadelphia International Airport’s (PHL) Terminal A West Sector 3. Arora Engineers (Arora) was the engineer of record for the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and special systems engineering construction phase services and special systems and electrical inspections for the CBIS Recapitalization Project.
The design was completed as a REVIT virtual building model, with all building systems, architectural, and structural components and baggage handling belts, etc., shown in the 3-D model. This allowed precise interdisciplinary coordination during the design process to minimize field conflicts.
- Removal of existing ductwork and other HVAC and plumbing systems in Sector 3, and the installation of new HVAC and plumbing systems to serve renovated areas in coordination with the new Baggage Handling System. The area was provided with new gas-fired infrared heaters and door heaters and protected by a new CO2/ NO2 detection system and exhaust fans.
- Removal of existing ductwork and other HVAC and plumbing systems in Sector 4 and the installation of new HVAC and plumbing systems to serve renovated areas in coordination with the new Baggage Handling System (BHS) and security fence.
- A new gas-fired single zone VAV rooftop unit was provided for the Sector 4 CBRA addition. Central plant limitations precluded the connection to the airport’s central chilled-water system. The use of a VAV system ensured continuous dehumidification for occupant comfort while saving fan energy.
- The Sector 23 BHS Control Room had its HVAC reconfigured, as required by the new layout.
- Modifications to condensate drain piping from existing EDS equipment in A-West Ticket Lobby to support new EDS equipment.
