Parkview Medical Center
ER / Clinic
New Construction
Pueblo, Colorado
Photograph courtesy of
Parkview Medical Center Foundation
Date: 2008
Cost: $9,300,000
Area: 35,000 GSF
SBEC is the Mechanical and Electrical Engineer of Record for the new standalone 35,000 square foot, one-story emergency department. The new 14-bed high-tech outpatient facility includes laboratory services, radiology and CAT scan, a triage admission system, and respiratory therapy. In addition the facility is equipped with a helicopter landing pad. The new facility was built on a 35 acre parcel with capacity to accomodate future growth.
SBEC mechanical and electrical engineers were responsible for the following:
Medical gas systems;
HVAC system design;
Plumbing design;
Chilled water air-handler units & hot water heating systems;
Fire protection design;
Electrical Distribution System: 1600A, 480Y/277v main distribution center with normal system panelboards, step-down transformers at each building level;
Essential Electrical System consisting of a 300kw/375kVA engine generator, subdivided into three branches; life-safety, critical and equipment distribution;
Site and interior lighting design;
Branch circuit power;
Electrical provisions for X-ray and CT Scan systems;
Rough-in for IT, data and nurse call systems;
Communication pathways;
Coordination with Owner and medical equipment; and
Fire alarm system design.
