Endoscopy Center – Waterford, CT

Project Summary

Project: Outpatient Endoscopy & Clinic Fit-Out – Waterford, CT
Scope: Complete plumbing, HVAC, and medical gas systems for a new outpatient endoscopy and medical office facility.

Plumbing: New cast-iron waste and vent, Type L domestic water, and carbon-steel gas piping systems. Installed new electric water heaters with hot-water recirculation, plumbing fixtures, and thermal insulation.

Mechanical (HVAC): New ductwork and accessories, VAV boxes, balancing dampers, exhaust fans, and air-cooled condensers. Insulation and temperature controls per Division 23 specifications.

Medical Gas: Installation and certification of oxygen (O₂), medical vacuum, and waste anesthetic gas disposal (WAGD) systems in compliance with NFPA 99 and ASSE 6010. Work included a duplex oil-less rotary-vane vacuum pump system and new duplex automatic oxygen cylinder manifolds.

Project Overview

The mechanical scope supported a new outpatient endoscopy and medical office facility featuring licensed procedure rooms and clinical spaces. All systems were coordinated through BIM to maintain ceiling clearances and accurate routing around medical equipment and architectural elements. Strict healthcare code compliance and cleanliness standards were maintained to ensure patient safety.

Project Challenges & Solutions

The project required precise coordination and field accuracy within congested ceiling and underground spaces. A Matterport scan of the existing structure was conducted to create a point-cloud model used for aligning new ductwork, piping, and medical gas routing with existing conditions. This digital model guided layout and maintained ceiling heights while ensuring accessibility to valves and terminal units.

A Leica iCON total station was utilized to locate and verify underground utilities before excavation, ensuring exact alignment of waste and domestic water systems. Acting as BIM coordination gatekeeper, the team led model reviews with all trades, resolving interferences early and minimizing field rework. This proactive coordination supported a smooth installation sequence and maintained schedule integrity through multiple design changes.

Results / Outcome

All mechanical and plumbing systems passed DPH inspection and NFPA 99 testing on the first review, allowing the facility to meet its occupancy and licensing date. All equipment started up without issue, and balancing verified design performance across all VAVs and exhaust systems. The project concluded in May 2025 without safety incidents or lost-time accidents, underscoring strong focus on safety and field coordination.

Scope of Work

• Furnished and installed all plumbing and medical gas piping systems
• Provided complete HVAC systems including ductwork, diffusers, and controls
• Installed VAV boxes, exhaust fans, condensers, and mechanical equipment
• Performed insulation, TAB, and commissioning support
• Conducted Matterport scanning and point-cloud coordination with other trades
• Used Leica iCON total station for underground utility layout and verification
• Led BIM coordination through weekly model reviews with all trades

Project Highlights