For more than three generations, the vast, marble concourse of New York City’s Grand Central Terminal has been a crossroads for commuters, travelers, and sightseers.
But the mechanical systems that heat, ventilate, and air condition the railroad station-while highly innovative in their day-are badly worn after 75 years of service. Though prior efforts have been made to repair parts of these systems, a thorough reconditioning is now needed to ensure continued operation.
Read the full article (originally appeared in Mechanical Engineering magazine)