Laundromats MEP systems need careful planning and design for efficiency

Location: Richland Hills, Texas

Services: Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.
Category: Commercial laundry
Area: 3,600 sq. ft.
Software: AutoCAD, Bluebeam, COMcheck

A laundromat makes heavy demands on mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, and 3S MEP + Structural designed all three for the Tornado Express Laundry.

A special need, in addition to designing water supply and sanitary systems, was calculating the size of water heater storage to ensure that the laundromat could meet first-hour demands for hot water. This calculation had to consider the variability of water consumption based on different wash cycles.

Lighting and power layouts s were designed for the specific requirements of the facility, taking into account calculations of the power needs of the various equipment and lighting fixtures. The plans also had to meet local and industry standards.

The plumbing design provided by 3S MEP gave special attention to the sanitary waste system, which involved connecting washing machines to a lint trap before discharging waste into city’s sewer system.

The electrical design included selecting light fixtures suitable for the laundromat’s ceiling height and providing emergency backup options with battery-powered fixtures. Calculations were performed using the lumen method, ensuring compliance with COMcheck standards and establishing a single-pole, hard-wire connection for all gaseous washers and dryers.

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.