This project had two main objectives: improve the reliability of the campus steam distribution by cross-connecting feeds to form a loop, and replace the 60 year old steam and condensate piping. 2,600 feet of steam and condensate pipe and 200 feet of hot water pipe was installed.

• Initial phase included an analysis of all south campus steam loads (present and future) to properly size lines for normal and emergency duty.
• 2,600 feet of steam and condensate piping.
• 700 feet of hot water piping.
• Piping system consisting of carrier pipe, 2" insulation, air space, 10 gauge steel inner conduit, high temperature insulation, and polyethylene outer jacket.
• All stainless steel condensate return piping and components.
• 350 feet of temporary piping was installed to maintain service to critical buildings during construction.
• The project included boring new 12" steam and 5" condensate piping under Sheridan Road - approximately 100 feet had to be bored to avoid a street closure of this major thoroughfare.