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Macdill Air Force Base

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Project Info

Clients:
U.S. Air Force
Services:
Retrofit
Category:
Government
Project:
Carrier Chiller Installation
Location:
Tampa, Florida

Client Overview

MacDill Air Force Base is a critical military installation located just south of Tampa, Florida. As home to the U.S. Central Command and U.S. Special Operations Command, uninterrupted operations are essential, including at support facilities like the Child Development Center serving military families.

Scope of Work

Scope: 70-Ton Carrier Chiller Replacement
Completion Time: < 24 Hours
Challenges: Security clearance, zero operational downtime, delayed equipment delivery

Thermal Concepts was tasked with replacing a failing chiller serving the Child Development Center – a project requiring absolute minimal disruption to childcare operations and strict adherence to base security protocols.

Our Solution

  • Installed a temporary chiller after-hours, immediately after the final child pickup
  • Completed installation of a new 70-ton Carrier air-cooled chiller the next morning
  • Used R-32 refrigerant, delivering a 10% energy efficiency improvement
  • Upgraded piping insulation for long-term performance
  • Achieved factory startup and full verification within 24 hours

Results & Benefits

  • Uninterrupted childcare operations during critical project hours
  • Enhanced energy efficiency and reduced electrical consumption
  • Improved long-term system reliability with modern equipment and insulation
  • Met all military and logistical demands without delays despite supply chain obstacles

Mission Success

This project demonstrates Thermal Concepts’ expertise in delivering high-stakes, fast-turnaround mechanical solutions under pressure. Our sponsor authority, planning precision, and deep experience working on secure government sites made this rapid transformation possible, all without disrupting base operations.

Roth Southeast Building Automation

Neil Caporale

Vice President, Controls Operations

As Vice President of Controls Operations for Roth Southeast, Neil Caporale is responsible for project management, scheduling, estimating and technical support for all field personnel.  He also provides in-house training for all controls technicians to maintain their high level of product knowledge and quality of service in the field.

Neil earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering at Lafayette College, and is a LEED Accredited Professional. He started his professional career in 2000 as a Project Engineer for Siemens Building Technologies in Maryland, where he learned all aspects of the controls business from sequence of operation to trouble-shooting and estimating.  Neil’s expertise and dedication have made him a valuable member of the Thermal Concepts family of companies since 2002.  And in 2011, Neil became the Operations Manager for Roth Southeast.

Roth Southeast Building Automation

Marty Capogreco

Executive Vice President

As Executive Vice President for Roth Southeast, Marty Capogreco is responsible for all client relationships, new business development, marketing and office administration. His leadership also includes regular training for company staff about the latest Building Management System technologies available in the industry.

Marty earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering at Youngstown State University.  He started his career in 1985 with Roth Bros. Inc. in Ohio. In 1989, Marty started Roth Bros. Inc. South Florida office.  And in 2007, he became a part-owner of the Roth Bros. Inc. South Florida office.  Marty has led Roth Southeast since its acquisition by Thermal Concepts Inc. in 2011.