A.G. Coombs

Congratulations to Destination Brisbane Consortium, together with Multiplex and Built., for delivering an iconic development with the construction of Queen's Wharf Brisbane. A.G. Coombs played a key role in the project, having been awarded the mechanical services contracts for several stages. These included the two 10-level Star Grand Hotel towers and the 65-level luxury residential tower built by Multiplex – as well as the casino gaming floor fitout constructed by Built. A.G. Coombs is pleased to have played a major role in the construction of this transformative project. Discover more about A.G. Coombs and Queen’s Wharf Brisbane at https://lnkd.in/gE3iMWvX

“Fire Safety is not intended to increase your ROI, but is intended to ensure your ROI by protecting your assets and the people in it.” The take home message shared by A.G. Coombs’ Marcus Royle and Ben O'Brien this morning at their Ideaction.24 presentation this morning titled “Performance-Based Design in Fire Engineering - Friend or Foe?” Ideaction.24 conference by Facility Management Association of Australia (FMA) at Pullman Melbourne on the Park, 3-4 Sep #ideaction24 #FMAAust #AGCoombs #FacilityManagement

Congratulations to NEXTDC on achieving a record-breaking result for FY24. The demand for data storage, cloud and interconnection capability has never been greater. Working with leading data centre provider NEXTDC, A.G. Coombs is at the forefront of delivering the digital infrastructure platform underpinning that future. Discover more about S3 Sydney, NEXTDC’s third and largest data centre in Sydney. A.G. Coombs is pleased to have contributed to this technically complex, services-heavy build in its role as mechanical services specialist lead for Stage 1 under a design and construct (D&C) contract… https://lnkd.in/gz_FDycM

I'm excited to announce that I'll be speaking at the 2024 AIRAH HVAC Innovation Conference, taking place at the Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane on September 12-13. Join me and fellow industry experts as we explore the latest innovations and research in HVAC, building ventilation, and indoor air quality. During my presentation, "The Work and Focus of the IAQ STG," I'll be sharing insights into the efforts of AIRAH's Indoor Air Quality Special Technical Group (STG) to enhance indoor air quality and promote safer indoor environments through education, advocacy, and updates to best practice guidelines like the DA26 manual. For more details on the event and speakers, visit: https://lnkd.in/euDmdGxu #AIRAH #IAQ #HVAC24 #HVACInnovation #Brisbane

As a proud major partner of the Richmond Football Club AFLW Tigers, we're energised to celebrate all that 2024 has in store. It was exciting to see the players holding up their new guernseys emblazoned with “A.G. Coombs” and “Walker Fire Protection” at Richmond’s 2024 AFLW season launch this week. On behalf of everyone at Australia’s leading building services provider A.G. Coombs, we extend our best wishes to the AFLW team for Round 1, Richmond VS West Coast Eagles at Mineral Resources Park in Perth. Did you know?... A.G. Coombs is also the official facilities maintenance partner of the Richmond Football Club and proud supporter of the Korin Gamadji Institute (KGI) — Richmond’s centre for Indigenous youth. Discover More at https://lnkd.in/ggrhrW-f

** Advisory Note — Operational Analytics and Data Driven Maintenance (DDM) ** Over the past decade, automated data analytics have been seamlessly integrated into various facets of our daily lives, including the operation and maintenance of buildings such as commercial offices, educational facilities, infrastructure, and healthcare establishments. As facility owners, managers, and building service providers embrace this advanced technology, the methods for collecting, storing, and analysing operational building data have evolved significantly. For building owners, Operational Analytics provides a valuable opportunity to leverage data for enhancing the reliability and cost efficiency of air conditioning and mechanical services assets... Download & Read the full Advisory Note at https://lnkd.in/g9-fk7F7 Or contact Andrew Smith, National Leader - Building Technologies at A.G. Coombs Advisory for more information. #AGCoombs #AGCoombsAdvisory #AdvisoryNote #OperationalAnalytics #DataDrivenMaintenance #DDM #BuildingServices #BuildingTechnologies #FacilityManagers #FacilityManagement

** Advisory Note — Mould in Buildings & HVAC Systems ** Mould plays an important role in the natural environment as a break-down mechanism for dead organic matter. In the built environment it is an unwanted presence and a particular problem in the warm and humid climate conditions experienced in much of Australia. Unpleasant and unsightly it can damage building fabric and equipment and is a threat to the health of occupants... Download & Read the full Advisory Note at https://lnkd.in/gRhsW_US #AGCoombs #AGCoombsAdvisory #AdvisoryNote #Mould #MouldInBuildings #HVACsystems #BuildingsServices #FacilityManagers #FacilityManagement

** WINNER Project Excellence - 2024 ARBS Industry Awards ** A.G. Coombs and LCI Consultants are proud to have delivered the innovative high-performance mechanical and HVAC systems for the new state-of-the-art Allianz Stadium that meet the venues rigorous functional requirements and world leading sustainability targets. The multi-award wininng Allianz Stadium is a world class entertainment destination hosting high profile sporting and entertainment events and features leading edge sport and recreation facilities. It is environmentally responsible at leading global standards. The project is predicted to achieve a 17% carbon reduction over its projected life compared to current best practice. @A.G. Coombs and LCI Consultants — as part of the Cox and John Holland Group project — set out to design and build a stadium that challenged the norm and delivered exceptional outcomes to the operators — Venues NSW. The highly collaborative design and construction team delivered innovative high-performance mechanical and HVAC systems to meet rigorous functionality requirements and ambitious sustainability targets. A Whole-of-Life approach drove the development of innovative design and delivery methods including: - The use of CFD analysis and wind tunnel testing to validate the design of the novel mixed mode ventilation system. - A high efficiency HVAC system with unique zoning strategies. - The integration of space heating and large capacity domestic hot water systems. - The application of a 4 pipe heat pump heat recovery system; - Offsite prefabrication to address COVID-19 programme and site access challenges. - The integration of the venue’s operational management system with the new stadium’s Building Management and Control System. Discover more about the multi-award winning Allianz Stadium's Mechanical & HVAC Services at at https://lnkd.in/gBt6uUDv #ARBS #ARBSawards #ProjectExcellenceAwards #AGCoombs #LCIconsultants #AllianzStadium #SydneyFootballStadium #HVACinnovation #AGCoombsSustainability #BuildingEnergyOptimisation

A.G. Coombs with LCI Consultants for Sydney’s Allianz Stadium, Mechanical & HVAC Services has been selected as the Winner in the Project Excellence category of the 2024 ARBS Industry Awards – celebrating excellence in the Australian HVAC&R & Building Services industry. We’re excited to once again be recognised for this outstanding project, which was awarded the AIRAH Excellence in Innovation Award in 2023 (https://lnkd.in/g_M-VReB) and has attracted attention for its groundbreaking energy efficiency, long-term sustainability and operational flexibility. Standout features of the multi-award winning Allianz Stadium project include: - Integrated HVAC and DHW systems with an annual energy saving of 18% compared to conventionally designed systems. - Mixed mode ventilation to atrium areas. - Natural ventilation to concourse areas validated through CFD wind modelling and scale model wind tunnel testing. - A heat recovery 4 pipe heat pump that allows heat recovered in the cooling process to be utilised to offset building heating demand for the pool, DHW and space heating. - Pool hall AHU heat recovery air handling systems. Discover more and read AIRAH's Ecolibrium article about the Sydney Football Stadium (otherwise known as Allianz Stadium) at https://lnkd.in/gvKm-NTy #ARBS #ARBSawards #ProjectExcellenceAwards #AGCoombs #LCIconsultants #AllianzStadium #SydneyFootballStadium #HVACinnovation #AGCoombsSustainability #BuildingEnergyOptimisation https://lnkd.in/gBt6uUDv

A.G. Coombs was delighted to support and participate in Sydney Airport’s special “On Country with Wildflower” event on 29 May in acknowledgement of National Reconciliation Week. In partnership with Sydney Airport, A.G. Coombs onsite staff were provided the opportunity to learn from Wildflower about their mission to provide culturally safe employment for Aboriginal youth and toured the T1 International forecourt to see the 16,000+ native species Wildflower planted at Sydney Airport. An important part of Sydney Airport’s Reconciliation Action Plan is learning more about our First Nations culture and history. Discover more about Sydney Airport’s journey at https://lnkd.in/gvZ3dnXR A.G. Coombs’ relationship with the communities and clients like Sydney Airport who we engage and support as their specialist building service provider, is very important. Through our corporate social responsibility efforts, including furthering the objectives outlined in A.G. Coombs’ Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, we continue to strengthen these relationships. National Reconciliation Week provides an opportunity to learn about our shared histories and cultures and how we can collectively contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. #NRW2024 #ReconciliationActionPlan #InnovateRAP #DiversityAndInclusion #AGCoombs #LeadingBuildingServicesSpecialist #SydneyAirport https://lnkd.in/gH2vDKQ5