I.S.T Validation

At GL projects, we specialise in Integrated Systems Testing (IST) for data centres, ensuring that all your critical infrastructure components work seamlessly together. As data centres become increasingly complex (with the HPC required for AI), the importance of testing every element—power systems, cooling, networking, security, and backup systems—before going live cannot be overstated.

Our expert testing services provide you with the confidence that your data centre infrastructure is optimised, resilient, and ready to support your business operations.

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Highly experienced engineers
Full compliance
Optimum efficiency & performance
Extend equipment lifetime
Sustainable solutions

Our expertise

We offer comprehensive IST to validate that your data centre's entire ecosystem—power, cooling, networking, and security—is functioning as intended and capable of handling real-world load and failure scenarios. Our IST solutions are designed to ensure that your data centre is fully operational, secure, and reliable, meeting the rigorous demands of modern businesses.

Why choose GL Projects for your Data Center Integrated Systems Testing?

  • Comprehensive Testing: We test every element of your data centre infrastructure to ensure proper integration and functionality. This includes power systems, cooling units, fire suppression, network connectivity, backup generators, UPS systems, and physical security measures.
  • Risk Mitigation: We simulate real-world failure scenarios to identify vulnerabilities in your system and address them before they can affect operations. Our tests cover everything from load testing to failover simulations, ensuring your data centre can handle disruptions without impacting business continuity.
  • Performance Optimisation: Our testing procedures are designed to uncover inefficiencies in system performance, helping you optimise energy consumption, cooling efficiency, and network throughput. This improves overall performance and reduces operational costs.
  • Compliance & Standards Verification: We ensure that your data centre meets all relevant industry standards, such as Uptime Institute (Tier) standards, ISO 9001, SOC 2, and PCI-DSS. We provide detailed reports that validate compliance with industry regulations and requirements.
  • Pre-Launch Assurance: Our IST services are performed before your data centre goes live, providing you with detailed insights and peace of mind that your systems are fully integrated and operational, minimising the risk of unexpected downtime after launch.
  • Post-Deployment Testing: Even after deployment, we offer ongoing testing services to ensure that any system changes, upgrades, or expansions continue to meet operational expectations. This ensures continuous reliability and performance optimisation.
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Key components of our integrated systems testing

  1. Power Systems Testing:
    • UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems
    • Backup generators
    • Power distribution units (PDUs)
    • Battery testing and validation
  2. Cooling Systems Testing:
    • HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems
    • CRAC (Computer Room Air Conditioning) units
    • DCLC (Liquid cooling)
    • RDHX (Rear door cooling)
    • Environmental controls and airflow management
    • Redundancy testing of cooling units
  3. Network & Connectivity Testing:
    • Data cabling and fiber optic connections
    • Bandwidth throughput tests
    • Network switches and routers
    • Failover systems and redundancy checks
  4. Security & Surveillance Systems Testing:
    • Physical security systems (CCTV, access control)
    • Monitoring and alert systems
    • Emergency response protocols
    • Intrusion detection and prevention systems
  5. Fire Suppression & Safety Systems Testing:
    • Fire alarm and detection systems
    • Gas-based fire suppression systems
    • Emergency lighting and evacuation procedures
  6. Disaster Recovery & Backup Systems:
    • Failover testing
    • Data replication and backup testing
    • Business continuity plans validation
    • Recovery time objective (RTO) and recovery point objective (RPO) testing
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Full compliance

  1. Initial Consultation & Planning: We work closely with your team to understand your data centre’s requirements, design, and operational goals. This ensures that we align our testing approach with your specific needs and objectives.
  2. Comprehensive Testing Execution: Our experienced engineers conduct a thorough testing process, simulating real-world operational conditions and failure scenarios to ensure everything operates as expected.
  3. Detailed Reporting & Recommendations: After the testing phase, we provide you with a comprehensive report that includes test results, potential vulnerabilities, performance bottlenecks, and recommendations for improvements.
  4. Final Validation & Certification: Once all systems pass the tests, we provide final validation and certification that your data centre is fully operational and ready for launch.
  5. Ongoing Testing Support: We offer ongoing testing services and periodic reassessments to ensure your infrastructure remains reliable and optimized as your data centre evolves.
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Sustainable solutions

At GL Projects, we understand that the performance and reliability of your data centre are non-negotiable. Our Integrated Systems Testing (IST) services help you avoid costly failures and downtime, providing you with confidence that your data centre infrastructure is ready to meet the challenges of today’s digital landscape.

GL Projects – Ensuring the Integrity, Performance, and Resilience of Your Data Center with Expert Integrated Systems Testing.

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Sectors we work in

Throughout our journey as a business we have been fortunate enough to work around the globe with a vast array of different clients.

Our key sectors include

  • Hyperscale
  • Colocation
  • Enterprise
  • Modular
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