Tullibardine Distillery

Client: Tullibardine Distillery
Completion date: July 25
HF divisions involved:

Mechanical

Brief Project Description: Tullibardine Distillery is a renowned name in the whisky industry and with increasing visitors to their distillery, they had been facing increased challenges with their existing air conditioning system. At over 20 years old, the system had become increasingly “not fit for purpose.” Its frequent breakdowns were not only disruptive to operations but also incurred substantial maintenance costs, impacting the distillery’s efficiency and budget. Due to the age of the system and current F-Gas legislations it had become imperative that the system was replaced.

With visitor experience being paramount, the old system’s visual components were also outdated and did not align with the distillery’s refined aesthetic, particularly in public-facing areas.

Our Air Conditioning Installers were commissioned to provide a complete overhaul of Tullibardine’s air conditioning infrastructure. Our solution focused on addressing both the immediate operational issues and long-term sustainability and aesthetic goals.

We replaced the entire air conditioning system with a state-of-the-art Mitsubishi solution. As an accredited installer for Mitsubishi systems, we ensured that the new installation leveraged the latest technology for optimal performance and reliability. Understanding the importance of the visitor experience, our team paid close attention to the visual details of the new system. We ensured that all visible components were seamlessly integrated and aesthetically pleasing, better fitting the elegant visitor areas of the distillery. The new system not only performs better but also now looks the part.

The new Mitsubishi system offers significantly improved capacity for both cooling and heating. This ensures that the venue remains comfortably cool during the hot summer months and provides efficient, consistent warmth throughout the colder winter periods, creating an ideal environment for both staff and visitors year-round.

A key benefit of the new system is its superior energy efficiency. The new air conditioning system drastically reduces energy consumption, leading to substantial reductions in the distillery’s energy bills going forward. This aligns with modern sustainability goals and provides a tangible return on investment.

Project Challenges: The main challenge in this project was ensuring that the entire air conditioning system would operate efficiently and reliably. During the initial assessment, our AC engineers identified a critical underlying issue: the prolonged vibrations and poor condition of the old system had caused multiple cracks in the existing pipework. These vibrations, transmitted down the pipes on the cable trays, had led to leaks, further compromising the system’s performance and posing a potential risk to the distillery’s infrastructure. Addressing the critical issue of the damaged pipework, our engineers undertook a complete replacement of all associated piping. This proactive measure ensures that the entire air conditioning system operates to the highest standards, free from leaks and the risks associated with compromised infrastructure, guaranteeing long-term reliability.

The successful implementation of the new air conditioning system by our air conditioning engineers has brought numerous benefits to Tullibardine Distillery. They now boast a robust and dependable climate control system, eliminating frequent breakdowns and ensuring consistent comfort.

With significant savings being realised through decreased energy consumption and the elimination of costly emergency repairs, the state-of-the-art Mitsubishi system and new pipework provide a long-term, high-performing solution built to last.

This project at Tullibardine Distillery shows our commitment to delivering high-quality, tailored air conditioning solutions nationwide. Our ability to diagnose complex issues, implement advanced technology and pay attention to both functional and aesthetic details ensures that our clients receive systems that are not only efficient and reliable but also perfectly suited to their unique needs.