Commercial University Chiller Plants in Rialto, CA

Campuses in Rialto and the Inland Empire demand cooling systems that perform flawlessly under peak loads, protect sensitive research, and create healthy learning environments. At #1 AC Guys, our mission is healthy air for a healthy life—and for university chiller plants, that means precise engineering, dependable redundancy, and energy-smart operation tailored to your academic calendar.

What We Deliver

• Design-build and retrofits for central plants serving lecture halls, labs, libraries, data rooms, and residence facilities
• Chillers (air- and water-cooled), cooling towers, pumps, heat exchangers, VFDs, and advanced controls
• Primary–secondary and variable primary flow strategies to match real campus load profiles
• BAS integration, optimization of sequences of operation, trending, and fault detection
• Hydronic balancing, water treatment coordination, and condenser water performance tuning
• Reliability engineering: N+1 redundancy, critical spares, and risk-based maintenance plans
• Energy optimization: plant kW/ton reduction, demand response, and thermal storage consultation

Engineering-First Approach

We are a fourth-generation family of engineers with 80+ years of engineering experience. That depth shows up in our calculations, selections, and commissioning. We size equipment to actual load diversity, not nameplate wish lists; we verify delta-T, tune PID loops, and ensure pumps, valves, and coils all work as a system. The result: quieter plants, lower lifecycle costs, and cleaner, healthier indoor air.

Our team is factory-trained at Fujitsu (Japan), Mitsubishi Electric (Thailand), Midea (China), Gree (China), and Haier (China). That manufacturer insight helps us implement robust control sequences, protect compressors, and extend equipment life—critical advantages for high-utilization campus plants.

Modernizations That Matter

• Chiller replacements and plant right-sizing for today’s load profiles
• VFD upgrades on pumps and towers to trim energy use under part load
• Controls retrofits: smarter reset strategies, optimal staging, and demand-based ventilation
• Delta-T improvement: coil and valve fixes that restore chilled water performance
• Water-side economizer and heat recovery opportunities where feasible

Every upgrade is validated against measurable outcomes: lower kW/ton, stable supply temps, improved indoor air quality, and reduced maintenance burden. We document pre/post performance so stakeholders can see the value.

Commissioning and Retro-Commissioning

We verify design intent, test sequences, and trend operation to ensure your plant performs on day one—and continues to perform through the seasons. Our retro-commissioning uncovers control conflicts, improper setpoints, and sensor drift that quietly waste energy and erode comfort.

Maintenance Built for Uptime

• Predictive and preventive maintenance tailored to academic schedules
• Vibration, oil, and refrigerant analysis to catch issues early
• Cooling tower inspection, water treatment coordination, and drift control
• Critical spares planning and failure mode analysis for resilience

We plan outages around campus calendars, communicate clearly with facilities teams, and maintain data logs so decisions are informed and fast.

Healthy Air, Healthy Life

Clean air is central to student success and research integrity. We align plant strategies with air-handler performance—stable chilled water temps, proper humidity control, and filtration support better IAQ and occupant well-being. That’s the core of our mission and the lens for every recommendation we make.

Our Process

• Discovery and load analysis: trend review, interviews, and on-site assessment
• Concept and budget: options with lifecycle cost comparisons
• Detailed engineering: submittals, sequences, and integration plans
• Delivery: safe execution, stakeholder updates, and training
• Verification: commissioning, trending, and performance reporting

Why #1 AC Guys

• 80+ years of engineering know-how, four generations strong
• Factory training with Fujitsu, Mitsubishi Electric, Midea, Gree, and Haier
• Proven on complex, mission-critical campus systems
• Balanced focus on energy, reliability, and indoor air quality
• Clear documentation and accountable results

We specialize in the big, intricate work—plants that must run, day after day, with no surprises. If you’re facing aging chillers, unstable delta-T, or rising energy costs, we can help.

Serving Rialto and the Region

We serve Rialto and nearby campuses across the Inland Empire and Greater Los Angeles, including Los Angeles County, Orange County, Ventura County, and Western Riverside County. We understand local climate, codes, and campus operational realities—even during heat waves and peak demand events.

Ready to modernize or maintain your university chiller plant? Partner with #1 AC Guys for engineering-driven reliability, measurable efficiency, and healthier air for every student, professor, and researcher.

Contact us to schedule an assessment or request a detailed proposal for your Rialto campus.