Concourse E Modernization

SSOE provided Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineering design services as a subconsultant to Turner Associates for the Concourse E addition to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta
International Airport. The addition of Concourse E added 24 gates, plus 9 remote, 33 gates which were dedicated for international or domestic flights or mixed use and complete federal inspection services.

The Concourse E Central Refrigeration Plant consists of four electric centrifugal chillers producing 5000 tons of chilled water. The system is designed for expansion capabilities to install an additional 5,000 tons. The Central Boiler Room consists of gas/oil fired hot water boilers. There are two 49125 MBH boilers and one 22375 MBH boiler. The Electrical Design included a life cycle cost analysis and determination of pay back for a parallel cogeneration system for Concourse E. The design includes provisions for four additional generators. This system will also function as the emergency power system. The Concourse E distribution system includes 4160v distribution to seven double-ended unit substations. Tenant work will add another substation. Utilization voltages include 4160v for chillers, 480v for motors, 277v and 120v for lighting and miscellaneous power.