IFS Completes HVAC and Controls for 20,000 sq. ft. Gym/Fine Arts Complex
ST. LOUIS, MO - Kingston K-14 School District has completed its 19,876-square-foot high school gymnasium and fine arts complex addition in Cadet, Missouri. Integrated Facility Services (IFS) served as the mechanical and building controls contractor for the project, overseeing the design, equipment procurement and installation for the comprehensive HVAC project. IFS’ HVAC solution was designed to ensure optimal climate control, energy management, reliability and energy efficiency throughout the premises.
Integrated Facility Services (IFS) is a full-service HVAC, plumbing, piping, fire protection, and building automation firm with over 250 professional and trade employees.
"We are excited to add this beautiful high school gym to our school district. This will be a great benefit to our community for many years to come,” said Chris Clapp, Facility Director of Kingston School District. “It is reassuring to have IFS at the helm in installing our HVAC system. They are always committed to doing things right and getting the project completed in a timely manner.”
The new addition houses a new performance gymnasium with mezzanine and support spaces such as locker rooms, concessions and restrooms and also new vocal and band classrooms and practice rooms. The addition connects to the classroom portion of the original building by a 1,272-square-foot masonry addition that houses an egress stair relocated from the existing building. The project was completed for use in the 2024-2025 school year.
IFS’s design solution included state-of-the-art packaged rooftop units (RTUs) with features such non-fused disconnects, hail guards, power economizers and hot gas reheat. To ensure seamless functionality, adherence to safety standards and on-time/in-budget project delivery, IFS meticulously guided the provision and installation of the RTUs and essential components such as exhaust fans, propane gas piping connections and RTU condensate drains.
In alignment with the district's commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, IFS integrated six programmable thermostats for precise temperature control and energy management, further enhancing efficiency. The IFS team also implemented exterior galvanized ductwork with interior insulation to maintain optimal temperatures, efficiency and durability. IFS-certified technicians conducted rigorous testing and balancing of the systems utilizing professional equipment startup services.
“Having attended this rural school when Kingston was a small K-8 school district, it was a privilege to go back and partner with the district on this project. They have been a fantastic group to work with over the last couple of years and are set up to achieve a lot of success in the future,” said Chris Snudden, Commercial Sales Manager at Integrated Facility Services.
The project represents a significant investment in the future of education, aligning seamlessly with the district's vision of excellence and innovation. Kingston initiated the project to modernize and enlarge the high school footprint and take the pressure off of the elementary and primary buildings that currently house junior high and high school athletics and events.
Established in 1966, IFS delivers integrated mechanical engineering and construction, installation, service and planned maintenance, and energy conservation solutions to ensure occupant comfort, improve efficiency, and reduce operational costs. IFS is ranked among the top 100 HVAC contractors in the country by Contractor Magazine. IFS serves clients in Missouri and Illinois, with offices in St. Louis and Columbia, MO. For more information, call (636) 680-2100 or (573) 442-6100 and visit www.intfs.com.