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Solutions > Data Centres
Capitoline's range of Data Centre services include;
Audit and report of existing and proposed sites,
Design of Computer Room and entire data centre,
Optimisation of space,
Analysis of power consumption,
Analysis of HVAC requirements,
Energy minimisation,
Resilience and Redundancy requirements
Tender preparation
Selection of subcontractors
Project management and project oversight
Project handover
Design seminars for end-users
We can design a small computer room or a full data centre. Optimised layout of racks and rooms within a data centre is vital to the correct and reliable operation of the organisation. Power consumption can only be minimised by accurate analysis of the power supply, rack layout and HVAC provision.
We have developed algorithms to analyse room and building size by working up from the IT requirements and equipment count. Capitoline has pioneered the use of the Rack Location Unit model whereby an application independent floor layout is developed and then supplied with appropriate power, air conditioning and interconnectivity.
Our design process includes;
Site analysis
Suitability of location, EMC risks, flood risks, proximity to transport links etc
Building analysis
Suitability, size and strength of the building, existing or proposed
Computer Room analysis
Define shape and size of an ideal computer room from the IT equipment needed, plus expansion plans
Power supply analysis
Accurate sizing of UPS, switchgear, generators and utility input in terms of peak and average demand
HVAC analysis
Optimised air conditioning model depending upon equipment densities required
Building layout
All the relevant working spaces are defined, e.g. control area, cable entrance facility, equipment build area etc
Work space optimisation
The flow of people and equipment through the building is optimised for the best working environment
Cabling design
A generic structured cabling system will be designed
Fire detection and fire suppression
A suitable fire detection and suppression system will be specified
Security and access control
Appropriate security, CCTV and access control will be specified
Reliability, resilience and business continuity
The design will be aligned to the TIA 942 Tier system which calls for N, N+1 or 2N designs. Capitoline will advise on the most relevant cost versus risk model for the client