Colgate-Palmolive Sydney Office – HVAC Refurbishment

Project Overview

Builder: Cachet

Client: Colgate-Palmolive

Location: Levels 28 & 29, Sydney, NSW

Type of Service: PAC units, Diffusers, Ventilation, BMS Upgrade, Mechanical Switchboard

Completion Date: 2022

Project Value: $100,000

PSB Air was engaged by Cachet to deliver a mechanical services refurbishment for Colgate-Palmolive’s Sydney head office across Levels 28 and 29. The project focused on upgrading the existing HVAC infrastructure to improve airflow, indoor air quality, and system efficiency while supporting a reconfigured office layout.

All works were required to be completed within a live office environment, with minimal disruption to staff and day-to-day operations.

The Challenge – Refurbishing an Active Corporate Office

Working within an occupied commercial office presented several challenges, including:

• Completing HVAC upgrades while staff remained on site.
  
• Reconfiguring existing PAC units and diffusers to suit a new internal layout.
  
• Improving ventilation and system performance without extended downtime.
  
• Ensuring upgraded systems operated safely within existing electrical capacity.
  

Maintaining comfort, safety, and continuity for building occupants was critical throughout the project.

The Solution – Targeted Upgrades with Minimal Disruption

PSB Air delivered a coordinated refurbishment approach focused on efficiency and minimal disruption:

• PAC Units and Diffusers: Existing units and diffusers were relocated and reconfigured to align with the updated office layout and airflow requirements.
  
• Ventilation Upgrades: Fresh air and exhaust systems were improved to enhance indoor air quality across both floors.
  
• BMS Upgrade: The building management system was upgraded to allow improved monitoring, control, and energy-efficient operation.
  
• Mechanical Switchboard: A new switchboard was installed to safely support the updated electrical load.
  
• Live Environment Management: Works were staged carefully to avoid interrupting daily business operations.
  

The Results – Improved Comfort, Control, and Efficiency

The completed refurbishment delivered:

• Improved airflow and ventilation across both office levels.
  
• Enhanced system control and energy efficiency through the upgraded BMS.
  
• A safer and more reliable HVAC setup aligned with the new office layout.
  
• Minimal disruption to staff throughout the construction period.
  

The result was a modernised HVAC system supporting a healthier and more efficient workplace environment.

Why This Project Matters

This project highlights PSB Air’s experience delivering HVAC refurbishments in live commercial environments. It demonstrates the importance of careful coordination, system optimisation, and compliance when upgrading mechanical services in high-rise office settings.

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FAQs

Q1. What type of air conditioning systems were upgraded in this project?

The project involved PAC units, diffusers, mechanical ventilation systems, and a BMS upgrade across two office levels.

Q2. Was the refurbishment completed while the office was occupied?

Yes. All works were carried out in a live environment, with staging and coordination to minimise disruption to staff.

Q3. How did the BMS upgrade improve performance?

The upgraded BMS allows better monitoring, control, and energy management, helping optimise system performance and efficiency.

Q4. Why was a mechanical switchboard upgrade required?

The new switchboard ensured the electrical infrastructure could safely support the updated HVAC equipment and operating loads.

Q5. Is this type of refurbishment suitable for other commercial offices?

Yes. Similar HVAC refurbishments are well suited to offices undergoing layout changes or seeking improved comfort, efficiency, and air quality without full system replacement.