Case Study: Cold Room Upgrade – Lockyer District State High School
Case Study: Cold Room Upgrade – Lockyer District State High School Client: Programmed Property ServicesEnd User: Lockyer District State High SchoolLocation: Lockyer Valley, QLDProject Type: Cold Room...

Introduction
Case Study: Cold Room Upgrade – Lockyer District State High School
Client: Programmed Property ServicesEnd User: Lockyer District State High SchoolLocation: Lockyer Valley, QLDProject Type: Cold Room Demolition & ReplacementDuration: 2 Weeks (Variation Phase)Scope: Design and urgent re-specification of school tuckshop cold room
🎯 The Challenge
ACRO Refrigeration was engaged by Programmed Property Services to demolish and rebuild the existing tuckshop cold room at Lockyer District State High School. While the project was modest in size, it presented a unique challenge: significant last-minute changes requested by the school after installation was complete.
The original cold room had been built to specification, but the school requested three glass insert doors and internal shelving to be added for direct access and better storage visibility — requiring immediate attention to avoid delaying project handover.
Our Solution
Within hours of the variation being confirmed, our team:
- Sourced and installed 3 high-quality custom built insert glass doors
- Installed custom door heaters and lighting to meet compliance and usability standards
- Procured and installed durable, matching shelving
- Coordinated the electrical and refrigeration changes without disrupting other trades
- Completed all modifications within 2 weeks, ensuring Programmed met their delivery deadline
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On time, on budget, every time![/caption]
The Outcome
Despite the last-minute scope change, ACRO responded with urgency, flexibility, and technical precision. The variation was delivered on time, to spec, and without compromising quality — supporting our client’s reputation and the school’s operational needs.
Why It Matters
This project reflects ACRO’s commitment to:
- Responsiveness under pressure
- High-quality custom refrigeration builds
- Delivering compliant, fit-for-purpose solutions
- Supporting our partners with proactive problem-solving
"ACRO delivered all changes within two weeks, allowing us to meet the school’s deadline with no delays — a testament to their professionalism and flexibility."— Project Manager, Programmed Property Services
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3 door inserts sourced and supplied to meet last minute design change - project still delivered on time[/caption]
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