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RESTON ICE FORUM RENOVATION, RESTON, VIRGINIA
The Challenge
Reston Ice Forum is home to a number of local amateur hockey teams and serves as both a practice and competitive facility. The community also uses the facility for recreational activities and figure skating. Years of use and abuse by players and spectators resulted in a well-worn facility in need of renovation.
The Solution
ICA provided a comprehensive evaluation of the facility, levels of play, amenities, usage patterns, etc., and developed a program to renovate the entire facility with minimal impact to hours of operation. The facility was insulated with the Energy Miser® ceiling system, which resulted in reduced operational costs resulting from reduced solar load and condensation control. The improved aesthetics of the new ceiling resulted in a clean, bright, reflective surface, which enhanced the overall appearance as well as lighting effectiveness. The ceiling’s enhanced durability – rated at 55 lbs/inch (ASTM-828) – can withstand impact of high-flying hockey pucks.
A new sports lighting system also was installed throughout the arena. The metal halide, high-performance and high-purity lighting fixtures improved surface visibility for players. The lighting system also offers increased energy efficiency and reduced utility costs – maximum foot-candle output with flexible illumination levels. The durable fixture design can withstand impact of hockey pucks, minimizing maintenance labor and expenses, but more importantly offering improved safety – the fixture design protects bulbs from impact and prevents broken glass on the playing surface.
The Result
Reston Ice Forum owners have a more energy efficient and attractive facility. And players of all levels have a place in which they’re proud to practice and compete.
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