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Originally, it was thought that the chiller could be <br />repaired by plugging the 13 tubes identified with leaks. <br />Initial tests showed pressure levels being maintained <br />and all parties involved were optimistic that the <br />problem had been solved. Unfortunately, the chiller �� �' "' ��� � -�" <br />began to once again demonstrate its unique ,�~ �'-� <br />characteristics. As the chiller began to show potential �� <br />for unstable pressure levels, local experts advised ��. _ ��- <br />assessin the existin condition of the unit before �� ~ <br />9 9 � --�. <br />deciding whether or not the chiller has "tota[ly outlived <br />its useful life." A highly reputable east coast company was recommended to perform <br />Remote Field testing to assess the wall thickness of each tube. Midway Speed Skating Club <br />agreed to cover the cost of prep work and the inspection. The evaluation process included <br />a preparatory high pressure hydro lancing of the tubes as well as an electro magnetic <br />inspection. <br />I n the end, staff presented the Council and community with regular updates on progress <br />and findings related to the chiller malfunction. Staff worked tirelessly to ooen the OVAL for <br />the 20Q4-2Q05 season in mid December with natural ice. Staff pro�ided the best possible <br />ice experience weather would permit. Technicians learned a�r�r�t deal on how wkather <br />variables affect the ice surface and used some very creative solutions to establish and <br />maintain ice. <br />Even as an ailing community amenity the OVAL was able to serve hundreds of revelers on <br />New Years Eve, hundreds of speed skating, bandy and hockey enthusiasts and many local <br />skaters in its abbreviated season. <br />�� <br />