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Ministry of Justice – Barnet Court BMS Upgrade 

Case study
2 May 2025
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Client: Centrum + 
Location: Barnet, United Kingdom 
Contract Value: £220,000 
Scope: Full BMS Upgrade Including Fan Coil Unit Controllers and Main Plant 


Overview: 
The Ministry of Justice (MOJ) facility in Barnet required a full upgrade of its obsolete Trend Building Management System (BMS). This included the replacement and modernisation of all Fan Coil Unit (FCU) controllers and integration with the main plant systems. A critical requirement was maintaining full operational status of the court throughout the project duration. 

Project Execution: 
Working closely with Centrum +, the team delivered a phased upgrade to ensure the court remained fully functional during the installation. Key aspects included: 

  • Complete replacement of the outdated Trend BMS 
  • Installation of new FCU controllers for efficient climate control 
  • Integration with main plant equipment to improve overall system performance 
  • Careful planning and execution to minimise disruption to court operations 

Strict attention was paid to security and operational continuity, given the sensitive nature of the facility. 

Outcome: 
The upgraded BMS delivered a significant improvement in environmental control, energy efficiency, and system reliability. The project was completed on time and within the budget, supporting the MOJ’s goal of maintaining modern, functional public service facilities.