HomeMy WebLinkAboutBUSO20_Heating System Overview_01.06.202020 BURTON US OPEN HEATING SYSTEM OVERVIEW
current 01.06.20
SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Fan forced air units fueled by propane and free-standing patio heaters (propane) will be used at Golden Peak,
Solaris, Lionshead and Dobson Ice Arena during the Burton US Open.
GOLDEN PEAK
Temporary tent structures at Golden Peak will be heated for the duration of the Burton US Open focusing on three
zones:
(1) Lower Sponsor Village located just below Chair 12
(2) Upper Village located at Slopestyle Course Finish/ Finish Corral adjacent to Race City
(3) Start tents located at the top/start of the Slopestyle and Half Pipe Courses
See map for zones and positioning of heating units/propane tanks.
EQUIPMENT
FAN FORCED PROPANE HEATERS
Location Quantity Dates in Use BTU Volts Amps Propane
Lower Sponsor Village 8-12 Feb 22-Mar 1 175K 115 10 Ducted
Upper Village 7 Feb 20-Mar 2 175K 115 10 Ducted
Upper Village 8 Feb 20-Mar 2 550K 115 20 Ducted
On Mountain 4 Feb 22-Mar 1 175K 115 10 100lb tanks
PATIO HEATERS (MUSHROOM HEATERS)
Location Quantity Dates in Use BTU Volts Amps Propane Upper Village-VIP 6-8 Feb 25- Feb 29 40K NA NA 20lb tanks
The fan forced propane heaters will run 24 hours a day to maintain a constant temperature within the tents,
with some exceptions in the Lower/Sponsor Village. Dragonfli staff [daytime] and 5D Shield Security
[overnight] will be in charge of monitoring these heaters. Additional protocols will be in place for 5D Shield
Security Officers during the overnight shifts.
PROPANE
Professional installation of one (1) one thousand (1,000) gallon propane tank and one (1) five hundred (500)
gallon propane tank will take place to effectively and efficiently fuel the heaters for the duration of the
event. The thousand gallon (1,000) tank will be installed at the Upper Village/Slope Style finish, and the five
hundred (500) gallon tank will be installed in the Lower Village. Each tank will require refueling every two –
three days based on consumption rates that will be dictated by temperature.
Professional installation of twelve (12) one hundred pound (100lb) cylinders will be used to effectively and
efficiently fuel the heaters on mountain at top/start of the Slope Style and Half Pipe Courses.
Guidelines [Per Fire Codes:]
§ Propane cylinders will not show signs of damage or rust. Damaged containers will be removed
from the venue.
§ Propane cylinders will be secured from falling over or vehicle damage. Cylinders will be in racks or nested to prevent tipping. Ratchet or cinch straps with a minimum width of one inch will be used.
Wire will be not as this is not acceptable as a means for securing cylinders.
§ Cylinders not in use willl be stowed securely in areas not accessible to the public. Caps or plugs will
be in place while cylinders are awaiting use or pick up by supplier.
§ Dry chemical extinguishers will be placed in areas serviced by temporary heat.
§ Carbon monoxide alarms will be installed in all tents where temporary propane or natural gas
supplied heaters are in use.
§ Extension cords and power strips will be in good condition and rated for outdoor use. Extension
cords that are damaged, repaired with electrical tape or showing signs of wear will not be used.
Cords not clearly identifiable as listed for outdoor use will not be used.
Propane Supplier
WILCON ENERGY
Minturn, CO
(970) 390.1729
2020 BURTON US OPEN HEATING SYSTEM OVERVIEW
current 01.06.20
SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Installation/Refueling/Removal
Propane tanks installation, then fueled Upper and Lower Village Tuesday, Feb 18 5PM
Propane tank filled Upper and Lower Village Wednesday, Feb 19 6AM
Heating equipment installation Upper Village Thursday, Feb 20 8AM
Heating equipment installation Upper Village Friday, Feb 21 8AM
Heating equipment installation On Mountain Saturday, Feb 22 7AM
Propane tank re-filled Upper Village Monday, Feb 24 6AM
Heating equipment installation Lower Village Monday, Feb 24 7AM
Propane tank re-filled/100lbs Swap Upper and Lower Village Wednesday, Feb 26 6AM
Propane tank re-filled/100lbs Swap Upper and Lower Village Friday, Feb 28 6AM
Propane tank re-filled Lower Village Saturday, Feb 29 6AM
Heating equipment removal On Mountain Sunday, March 1 8AM
Heating equipment removal Upper and Lower Village Monday, March 2 8AM
Propane tanks removal Upper and Lower Village Tuesday, March 3 6AM
SOLARIS
The following plan is in place for heat at the Solaris venue for the duration of the Burton US Open:
FAN FORCED PROPANE HEATERS
Location Quantity Dates in Use BTU Volts Amps Propane
Stage (main) 2 Feb 26- Feb 29 175K 115 7.3 / 5.0 100lb tanks
Stage (side) (Monitors) 1 Feb 26- Feb 29 175K 115 7.3 / 5.0 100lb tanks
FOH Sound tent 1 Feb 26- Feb 29 175K 115 7.3 / 5.0 100lb tanks
Green Room 1 & 2 2 Feb 26- Feb 29 175K 115 5.0 / 1.5 100lb tanks
Tech 1 Feb 26- Feb 29 175K 115 7.3 / 5.0 100lb tanks
VIP 1 Feb 26- Feb 29 175 115 7.3/5.0 tanks 100lbs tanks
PATIO HEATERS (MUSHROOM HEATERS)
Location Quantity Dates in Use BTU Volts Amps Propane
VVIP 4 Feb 26- Feb 29 40K NA NA 20lb tank
PROPANE
Professional installation of fourteen (14) one hundred pound (100lb) cylinders will be used to effectively and
efficiently fuel the heaters at Solaris.
Heating equipment installation Solaris Tuesday, Feb 25 8AM
Propane tank Swap Solaris Thursday, Feb 27 6AM
Propane tank Swap Solaris Friday, Feb 28 6AM
Propane tank Swap Solaris Saturday, Feb 29 6AM
Heaters will be installed beginning Tuesday, Feb 25
Heaters/propane will be removed on Sunday, March 1.
Most heaters at Solaris will run during the hours of the event including set up. Heaters in the FOH tent,
Green Room, Video & Monitors may run 24 hours per day. Dragonfli staff [daytime] and 5D Shield Security
[overnight] will be in charge of monitoring these heaters. Additional protocols will be in place for 5D Shield Security Officers during the overnight shifts.
Guidelines [Per Fire Codes:]
§ Propane cylinders will not show signs of damage or rust. Damaged containers will be removed
from the venue.
§ Propane cylinders will be secured from falling over or vehicle damage. Cylinders will be in racks or
nested to prevent tipping. Ratchet or cinch straps with a minimum width of one inch will be used.
Wire will be not as this is not acceptable as a means for securing cylinders.
§ Cylinders not in use willl be stowed securely in areas not accessible to the public. Caps or plugs will
be in place while cylinders are awaiting use or pick up by supplier.
§ Dry chemical extinguishers will be placed in areas serviced by temporary heat.
§ Carbon monoxide alarms will be installed in all tents where temporary propane or natural gas
supplied heaters are in use.
2020 BURTON US OPEN HEATING SYSTEM OVERVIEW
current 01.06.20
SUBJECT TO CHANGE
§ Extension cords and power strips will be in good condition and rated for outdoor use. Extension
cords that are damaged, repaired with electrical tape or showing signs of wear will not be used.
Cords not clearly identifiable as listed for outdoor use will not be used.
Propane Supplier
WILCON ENERGY
Minturn, CO
(970) 390.1729
DOBSON ICE ARENA
The following plan is in place for heat at the Dobson Ice Arena during the Burton US Open:
PATIO HEATERS (MUSHROOM HEATERS)
Location Quantity Dates in Use BTU Volts Amps Propane
Entrance 2 Feb 29 40K NA NA 20lb tank
Upstairs/East Side 2 Feb 29 40K NA NA 20lb tanks
Heaters will be installed Saturday, Feb 29.
Heaters/propane will be removed on Saturday, Feb 29.
All heaters at Dobson will only run only during the hours of the event.
SAFETY
Safety is the number one importance. A dedicated staff member will be onsite throughout the event to insure the
safety of equipment and that optimal working conditions exist. The overnight security team that will be onsite will be
trained on the appropriate protocol should an emergency arise.
Event Management has been trained and made aware of the emergency shut off valves as installed by the
vendor. Event Management is aware of not only the location of these valves but also the functionality of all these
devices. Vail Fire Department and Town of Vail Police will be identified IMMEDIATELY should there be any issues that
require these valves to be shut off or any other incident that concerns public safety in the area.