Data Centers

 

Data Centers are the least used and most critical physical space yet largest energy consumer of a building. It is imperative for the systems running a data center to be as efficient as possible. The two critical systems in the data center environment are power and cooling. Our process is based around precision power distribution and cooling. Cool the equipment rack, not the whole space. We assess how you are using energy, design where you can save it, and install the systems that use it efficiently.

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  • We always begin by evaluating existing conditions or ensuring a full understanding of the design requirements for a new build. In an existing scenario, the space envelope and electrical systems supporting the space are the largest determining factors of how the space can be modified or remodeled to suit the specific requirements.

    An existing conditions/design plan and requirements enable a baseline electrical load to be established. These requirements mostly consist of designed “load” per equipment rack. Each rack is then identified as:

    • Low density (0-3.0kW/rack)

    • Medium density (3.0-9.0kW/rack

    • High density (10.0kW/rack and up)

    Rack densities determine the floor plan of the space and, when properly designed, should be grouped according to density. This enables a more efficient cooling strategy focusing more cooling at the high density racks and less at the lower densities.

    A set of (2) – 5kW medium density racks will require 10kW of cooling capacity, as 1kW of power in = 1kW of heat out (in the form of heat exhaust). 1 Kilowatt is the equivalent of 3,412 British Thermal Units (BTU), in this example the cooling requirement of 10kW can be converted to a value of 34,121 BTU/hr required for this space to be adequately cooled.

    After completion of design and configuration, we are then able to properly size an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) based on the project’s redundancy requirements. In addition to UPS battery backup protection, multiple other systems are incorporated to a design such as emergency/stand by generators and automatic transfer switching.

  • The time intensive process of specification, design and configuration enables an informed implementation. It eliminates “unknowns” for the installers, and enables us to execute a plan as intended. Setting both ourselves and our customers up for a successful implementation.

  • There are many services surrounding the data center environment, below are the general categories of services we offer (if it’s not listed, it doesn’t mean we don’t do it, just ask us):

    • Existing Conditions Audit/Survey – this includes the data center environment and the extent of electrical systems supplying power as well as existing cooling strategies.

    • Specification, Design and Configuration – whether a new build or modification to an existing room, if you are unsure, get in touch with us. If we cannot help you, we will direct you to someone who can.

    • Product Purchases – We sell APC products and services much like other outfits, however, we can also provide expertise in the products you are exploring and answer any questions you may have surrounding the products or services you’re interested in.