Creating comfort for Kingdom Fire Ministries with Alliance

When Kingdom Fire Ministries sought to transform an older industrial warehouse in Stellenbosch into a welcoming place of worship, one of the greatest challenges was the climate. The region is known for its extremes, with winter mornings dropping to just a few degrees and summer temperatures soaring above 30°C. For a space that accommodates hundreds of people in worship, maintaining comfort throughout the year was essential.

To achieve this, Kingdom Fire Ministries partnered with Promech Engineering Services, who designed and installed a climate control solution built around Alliance High Static Ducted inverter units. Four of our 96 000 BTU systems were specified, with both indoor and outdoor units carefully positioned to deliver consistent comfort across the 700 m² space. The challenge was significant.

The church occupies a triple-volume area, with an 18-metre roof height and no ceiling detail. This meant the system had to deliver effective heating and cooling for the occupied zone, the lower 2.4 metres where people gather, without the inefficiency of conditioning the full volume.

Promech’s design, combined with Alliance technology, successfully addressed the challenge through precise engineering. Specialised swirl diffusers were installed to optimise airflow for both heating and cooling. Return air grilles were placed at a low level to ensure that air circulation remained within the occupied zone, rather than extending to the full height of the space. Fresh air was carefully integrated into the system: part of it was pre-mixed with the return air, while the remainder was directed upward to reduce heat build-up at the roof level. This approach eases the cooling load in summer while helping retain warmth closer to the ground in winter.

The results are clear. In winter, the system can raise the indoor temperature from 3°C to 24°C in just 15 minutes. In summer, it cools the space from 32°C down to 22°C in 30 minutes, maintaining the set point with consistent efficiency. Sonic-lined ducting further enhances comfort by reducing noise, preserving the calm environment needed for worship.

At the heart of this project lies the Alliance Ducted HSP inverter range, a proven solution for large-scale applications. These high-static pressure hideaway units provide powerful airflow, reaching up to 10,800 m³/h, ensuring efficient distribution even in large spaces. With high-capacity heating and cooling, they provide reliable year-round performance, backed by the nationwide support of the Fourways Group. Alliance’s focus on competitive pricing and proven reliability makes the range a practical choice for churches, warehouses and commercial buildings alike.

The success of this installation shows the capability of Alliance solutions in demanding environments. The Ducted HSP inverter units deliver a total cooling capacity of over 351 000 BTU/hr and heating capacity of 424 000 BTU/hr, a performance level designed to match the alternating extremes of Stellenbosch’s seasons.

More than technical performance, the installation reflects the Alliance Difference. A solution that is carefully considered, reliable and designed to support daily life. For Kingdom Fire Ministries, that means creating a space where people can gather in comfort, free from the distractions of the climate outside.

With the support of Promech Engineering Services and the backing of Fourways Group, Alliance has once again proven its ability to deliver thoughtful climate control at scale. For worshippers, it translates into something simple, yet powerful: a comfortable, welcoming environment that allows occupants to focus entirely on what matters most.