About Facility
The Hibbing Curling Club, located in Hibbing, Minnesota, is a historic and renowned facility dedicated to the sport of curling. Established in 1913, the club has a rich legacy and is celebrated for its deep-rooted commitment to promoting curling within the community.
The facility features multiple curling sheets, providing excellent ice conditions for both recreational and competitive play. The Hibbing Curling Club offers a wide range of programs, including beginner lessons, youth and adult leagues, and competitive bonspiels, catering to curlers of all ages and skill levels.
As a vibrant hub of local curling activity, the Hibbing Curling Club hosts numerous local, regional, and national tournaments, attracting enthusiasts from across the region. The club’s enduring dedication to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment has made it a cherished institution in Hibbing, contributing significantly to the area’s sporting culture and community spirit.
“I CAN’T HEAR WHAT JEREMY SAYS BECAUSE I HAVE MY TWO STANLEY CUP RINGS PLUGGED IN MY EAR.”
Patrick Roy- 1996 Stanley Cup Playoff
Scope of Work
An aging curling floor prompted the City of Hibbing to make improvements to its existing curling club. As part of the project, B32 provided the design services that included replacing the existing curling floor and modifying the existing refrigeration system to accommodate the new floor.
The biggest challenge on this project was the replacement of the existing seven individual concrete floors with one single refrigerated floor, around 42 building columns, to allow the owner to move its ice resurfacing equipment between lanes.
Other key improvements included modifying the existing chiller and pumping system to increase the fl ow rate to the floor improving ice quality and installing a new subfloor heating system to eliminate the heaving problems the facility was plagued with for many years.