Commercial University Chiller Plants in Long Beach

Universities demand quiet reliability, stable temperatures, and smart energy use. #1 AC Guys provides comprehensive commercial chiller plant solutions for Long Beach campuses—covering design‑build, retrofits, optimization, and lifecycle maintenance. Our mission is healthy indoor air for healthy lives, delivered through precise engineering and proven field practices that keep teaching, research, and events running smoothly.

What we service and optimize

We work across the entire central plant and distribution system, ensuring capacity, redundancy, and controllability match your real campus load profile.

• Water‑cooled and air‑cooled chillers, heat‑recovery and low‑lift strategies
• Cooling towers, basin management, fan systems, and water treatment coordination
• Primary/secondary and variable primary flow with accurate delta‑T management
• Pumps, VFDs, strainers, isolation and control valves, and differential‑pressure control
• Plate/frame heat exchangers, economizers, and free‑cooling sequences
• Air handlers, coils, terminal units, and filtration for healthier indoor air
• Controls integration, graphics, alarming, trending, and M&V

We also service AC PRO–supplied systems and components, integrating them into new or existing plant architectures without disruption to campus operations.

Design‑build and retrofit leadership

From right‑sizing chillers to fine‑tuning distribution, our engineer‑led process reduces lifecycle costs. We evaluate part‑load performance, redundancy (N+1), and maintainability, then document a clear sequence of operations. Our team models alternatives, supports budget planning, and phases work to fit semester schedules and critical events.

• Feasibility studies, audits, and concept‑to‑construction project delivery
• BIM coordination and clash detection to protect schedules and space constraints
• Low‑GWP refrigerant pathways and decarbonization planning with heat‑recovery chillers
• Thermal storage strategies for demand management and resiliency

We align designs with Title 24 and local code requirements and coordinate with campus stakeholders to minimize downtime while improving long‑term reliability.

Controls, sequences, and analytics

Control sequences are the heart of plant performance. We engineer stable, efficient operation through robust logic and data visibility.

• Adaptive staging and kW/ton optimization at real campus loads
• Tower‑chiller approach control and condenser water reset
• DP setpoint optimization, valve authority, and chilled‑water reset
• Trend analysis, fault detection, and continuous commissioning

Whether enhancing existing BAS or deploying new controls, we deliver clear graphics, alarms, and reporting that facilities teams can trust day‑to‑day.

Preventative maintenance and 24/7 response

Our preventative maintenance plans reduce risk and extend equipment life while maintaining healthy indoor air across classrooms and labs.

• Chiller inspections, oil/refrigerant analysis, tube cleaning, and vibration checks
• Tower alignment, water treatment oversight, and seasonal layup/startup
• Pump, seal, and VFD maintenance; strainers and filtration care
• Valve calibration, sensor verification, and control loop tuning

Need help now? Our technicians and engineers provide 24/7 emergency diagnostics and repair, with fast access to AC PRO–supplied parts and materials to shorten downtime.

Health, safety, and compliance

We engineer for safety and compliance from the start—lockout/tagout, confined space, lift planning, and refrigerant handling—while meeting Southern California codes and best practices. Our work supports IAQ improvements with better filtration and coil hygiene to keep occupants comfortable and productive.

Why choose #1 AC Guys

We are a 4th‑generation family of engineers with 80+ years in engineering experience, factory‑trained by Fujitsu (Japan), Mitsubishi Elektrik (Thailand), Midea (China), Gree (China), and HIER (China). Complex projects are our specialty—from legacy plant modernization to cutting‑edge heat‑recovery solutions. We pair deep technical expertise with clear communication, transparent pricing, and campus‑friendly scheduling.

• Engineer‑led diagnostics and scope development
• AC PRO–compatible service and parts sourcing
• Measurable performance improvements and documented sequences
• Commissioning and recommissioning for persistent results

Service area

Based in Southern California, we serve Long Beach and the wider region: Los Angeles County and nearby areas including Orange County, Ventura County, and Western Riverside County. If your university or college operates a chiller plant in or around Long Beach, we can help.

Get a campus‑ready plan

Let’s start with a plant walk‑through and data review. We’ll map issues, quantify opportunities, and deliver a prioritized action plan—balancing reliability, energy, and IAQ. From there, choose turnkey delivery or phased upgrades that fit your academic calendar. Contact #1 AC Guys today to schedule a site assessment for your Long Beach university chiller plant.

We specialize in commercial and university environments and are committed to healthy indoor air for healthy lives across every building on campus.