Facility Description:
UT Southwestern Medical Center’s William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, located in Dallas, Texas, is a cutting-edge healthcare facility that serves as the primary inpatient hospital for UT Southwestern Medical Center. The hospital spans over 1.3 million square feet, offering 460 beds across 12 floors, with advanced facilities that include specialized centers for cancer, cardiology, neurology, and transplant services. The hospital is designed to integrate patient care with research and education, reflecting UT Southwestern’s status as a leading academic medical center. The facility is supported by a central plant with a cooling capacity of approximately 10,500 tons, ensuring efficient climate control and energy management across the large campus. The design emphasizes patient-centered care, operational efficiency, and sustainability, making it one of the most advanced hospitals in the region.
Timberlake & Dickson Scope:
Timberlake & Dickson furnished Yaskawa Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) to enhance the efficiency and control of motors across a wide range of equipment, including pumps, fans, and cooling towers. The project involved the careful selection of VFDs tailored to the specific requirements of each application, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance. A key aspect of the project was the consideration given to mitigating the occurrence of harmonic resonance within the facility’s electrical systems. Timberlake & Dickson employed modern VFD technologies, including matrix topology, which significantly reduces harmonic distortion and improves power quality. The VFDs were integrated seamlessly into the, and each unit was tested and commissioned to ensure reliable operation and enhanced energy efficiency. The successful implementation of these advanced VFDs contributed to the overall performance and longevity of the facility’s mechanical systems.
Notable facts:
The hospital features an extensive art collection, curated to create a healing environment for patients and visitors. The art includes works by local and national artists, displayed throughout the hospital.
