Ridin’ High Cowboy Church goes high-tech with MEP designs from 3S

Location: Union Valley, Texas
Services: Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing
Category: Religious
Area: 28,900 sq. ft.
Software: AutoCAD, HAP 5.11, McQuay Duct and Pipe sizers, Revit

The Ridin’ High Cowboy Church in Union Valley is a single-story building with large communal and sanctuary spaces, each with a capacity of up to a thousand people. The mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems were designed by 3S MEP + Structural.

A major challenge faced in the HVAC design was balancing comfort and efficiency in a diverse and often variable occupancy environment. The 3S mechanical team had to design an HVAC system to efficiently handle these fluctuations without compromising comfort or wasting energy.

The HVAC design called for a VRF system with advanced technology to adjust refrigerant flow based on the heating and cooling requirements of the different zones. This results in energy savings compared to traditional HVAC systems, which operate at a constant output.

The plumbing team designed the water supply and sanitary waste disposal systems and a grease system for the kitchen service.

The sanctuary building was located on an existing site that included all existing utilities and a septic field. The team coordinated its work with the client and local utilities.

Electrical design services provided lighting and power layouts that considered both functionality and energy efficiency. The designs called for new control systems to meet IECC and NEC standards.

Load calculations determined the electrical demand and guided the design of an electrical system that met the demand. The electrical team also developed an SLD of the electrical connections and distribution.

With all 3S MEP projects, a primary focus is integrating MEP and structural designs with the construction and architectural partners and the end-users to minimize the need for design adjustments or revisions during the construction process. Design teams from 3S MEP actively engage with all stakeholders to identify potential conflicts and optimize overall system layout. Our teams are exceptionally proficient at harmonizing essential building elements for successful outcomes.