McKenney's, Inc. Provides Efficient Solutions for Rainwater and Condensate Harvesting Systems

Online, February 20, 2013 (Newswire.com) - Right now, a rapidly rising population is competing for a limited supply of water. Because of this, the availability of water plays a key role in virtually every decision municipalities make about where and when facilities can be constructed or expanded. In some areas of the country, the cost of municipal water has doubled in recent years, and rates continue to rise in every region. This means organizations will need to reduce municipal water usage, either to manage costs or comply with mandated restrictions.

Rainwater and condensate harvesting offers a proven solution to reduce your facility's total municipal water usage. Capturing and reusing rainwater and air handling unit cooling coil condensate enables buildings to minimize utility costs, as well as reduce peak power requirements and improve the reliability of cooling by reducing its load during the hottest parts of the season, all of which increase overall energy efficiency.

McKenney's, Inc. is uniquely qualified to design, build and install highly efficient rainwater and condensate harvesting systems. They have the expertise and experience necessary to provide high-quality turnkey solutions quickly at a competitive cost.

Energy and environmental advantages
Harvested rainwater and condensate lowers municipal water usage and helps reduce the total cost of ownership. These systems also save the energy that would normally be used to distribute water to your facility, reducing regional power plant emissions and your facility's carbon footprint. For example, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, for every one KWH saved, the region saves on average two gallons of water used to generate the energy-a very important water and energy relationship. Therefore, in an environmentally conscious market, these systems are an outstanding way to differentiate you from your competitors and can also earn coveted LEED® points for both water and energy savings.

Unmatched in-house expertise
McKenney's has been installing rainwater and cooling coil condensate harvesting systems for nearly a decade. They provided the first commercial system approved by the City of Atlanta in 2005 for mechanical system use. They have designed and installed a wide range of storage systems from 1,700 to 200,000 gallons, including above- and below-ground designs and a variety of condensate systems as small as 160 gallons.

To drive innovation, they operate an experimental collection facility. Operational since 2008, this facility allows them to experiment with new technologies, methods and processes for harvesting, cleaning and distributing captured water more efficiently.

They also have nearly 50 LEED-certified engineers on their team who understand the critical importance of alternative water sources.

The McKenney's difference
McKenney's is the right choice for reliable, well-designed rainwater and condensate harvesting systems because they bring a powerful combination of experience, commitment and innovation.

Unique, complete design/build for harvesting systems
Every facility can benefit from rainwater and condensate harvesting systems, regardless of current usage. Primary applications for recaptured water include:

* Site irrigation
* Cooling tower makeup for chiller plant usage, which reduces chemical blowdown requirements
* Toilet flushing
* Spray mist for rooftop AHUs and solar PV panels

Reliable, high-efficiency solutions
As demand for water grows, one of two realities will set in: government agencies will impose restrictions, or market forces will continue to drive up prices. That means every organization needs a solid plan for reducing municipal water usage.

McKenney's provides turnkey solutions for rainwater and condensate harvesting. Let them deliver a highly efficient and reliable system that meets your needs, enhances your facility's energy efficiency and supports your sustainability goals - including LEED initiatives.

Since 1948, the mission of McKenney's has been to meet or exceed customer expectations on every job they perform. The company offers expertise in HVAC, process piping, plumbing, and building automation and control systems, as well as service and maintenance. They have their own in-house engineering, fabrication, installation, and commissioning resources to ensure cost-effective delivery of the highest quality solutions.

Services Offered:
* Preconstruction
* Engineering solutions
* New construction
* Tenant and special projects
* Automation and controls
* Commissioning
* Service and maintenance

McKenney's has developed services and expertise to serve their clients at every stage - from design and construction to services and maintenance. Self-performance of all trades, in-house shops and over six decades of experience ensures top-quality solutions every time you work with McKenney's.

About Us:
McKenney's is the Southeast's most trusted name in facility construction, operation and maintenance. For more than six decades, our proven approach has ensured high-quality, energy-efficient solutions at every stage of a building.

Contact Us:
McKenney's, Inc.
1056 Moreland Industrial Boulevard
Atlanta, Georgia 30316
404-622-5000

3601 Performance Road
Charlotte, North Carolina 28214
704-357-1200

[email protected]
http://www.mckenneys.com