Radiant heating for Tavern on the Green in New York’s Central Park
The Tavern on the Green on the Upper West Side of New York City’s Central Park had a great influence on popular culture. From its original opening in 1934, it has appeared or been mentioned in several movies, multiple television shows and has even played a role in commercial advertising. During the financial crisis of 2009, the Tavern on the Green closed its doors. Nearly a year later, the city used the building as a visitor’s center and gift store. After a renovation which started in 2012 the Tavern on the Green finally reopened as a restaurant.
Vanguard HVAC Technologies of Brooklyn, New York, was selected to install the air conditioning and heating systems in the new Tavern on the Green, including boilers, chillers, air handler units, heat recovery units and unit heaters as well as radiant heating on the terrace.
Radiant heating system by Viega
Viega ProRadiant systems were listed in the building specifications, so Vanguard HVAC Technologies installed 1,500 square feet of ViegaPEX Barrier tubing with insulated panels, as well as stainless manifolds and manifold cabinets. "This was our first time using Viega," said Robert Stewart, Steamfitter Foreman for Vanguard HVAC Technologies. "The Viega systems were very simple, very easy. I was disappointed there wasn’t more to do."
As with any other radiant floor heating installation, the entire project is on hold until the tubing is laid and the concrete floor is poured so using Viega systems got the job done faster. "Installing the radiant tubing was one of the easiest things I had to do on the job," Stewart said. "The insulated panels are great because they line everything up."
Viega’s insulated panels are a versatile radiant option that incorporates insulation, vapor barrier and a grid system to secure tubing all in one convenient product. Compatible with ViegaPEX Barrier tubing, Viega insulated panels allow you to walk the tubing in easily.
"I definitely recommend it for its ease of installation," Stewart said. "To anyone thinking about installing radiant, Viega would be a company you should look at."