Jörg Hartmann of SPIE Hartmann makes sure that the MAGNA3s and other Grundfos pumps at the concert hall are running flawlessly. S oft cello music rises from the Concert Hall stage towards the ceiling. It meanders slowly and melodically past light fixtures, cables and grids, before reaching the ceiling in Hamburg’s new cultural landmark: Elbphilharmonie. An impressive high-ceilinged building, where there is simply no place for second best when it comes to who and what is performing. Apart from skilled musicians, performers also count over 200 pumps and systems from Grundfos, which have been brought together in the impressive build- ing, where their duties include maintaining a constant temperature and the correct humidity. “They also contribute to a green profile for the concert hall. For example, there are lots of MAGNA3 and ALPHA2 pumps installed, keeping energy consumption down,” says Jörg Hartmann from SPIE Hartmann, a valued Grundfos partner, responsible for maintaining the pumps in the building. Music and air quality There are multiple air conditioning systems under the foil-clad ceiling. They maintain the right temperatures in the building, so the many concert-goers have a wonderful experience on that score also. But just as importantly, the stable temperatures and carefully balanced humidity ensure the instruments have the right conditions and are ready to produce the right sound. “Our most important task is to ensure the best conditions for the instruments. We know that fluctuations can cause the sound of the instruments to change. We therefore have to always make sure that everything is just as it should be. We are greatly assisted in this by our Grundfos equipment,” explains Oliver Horn, who takes care of the air conditioning and heating systems. Nothing related to sound is left to chance. For example, there is a maximum distance of 30 metres from the spectator to the orchestra in the large hall, which can seat 2,100 concert guests. This means that everyone in the audience will have a musical experience of the highest level. Guarantor of quality SPIE Hartmann is handling the maintenance of pumps and systems from top to bottom of the 18 floors of Elbphilharmonie. “We take great pride in everything functioning as it should. This is naturally also expected from an iconic venue like Elbphilharmonie. We are therefore pleased that the pumps are as reliable as they are, and that we have accumulated a great understanding of the pumps through our longstanding partnership with Grundfos, so we can find the right solutions if any challenges arise,” says Jörg Hartmann. This point is highly valued with Grundfos and Thorsten Halpap, Key Account Manager in Commercial Building Services: JOURNAL18
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