In today’s data-driven world, data centres are the backbone of businesses, providing the critical infrastructure needed to store, process, and secure data.
However, a data centre is only as good as the systems that support it. Among the most vital of these systems are the mechanical plant components— HVAC, cooling systems, and fire suppression. These systems must operate efficiently, reliably, and continuously to ensure data centre uptime and prevent costly failures.
At GL Projects, we specialise in the design, installation, and ongoing maintenance of mechanical plant systems for data centres.
We offer a full suite of services aimed at optimising the performance of your critical infrastructure, reducing energy consumption, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
HVAC and Cooling Systems Management:
Precision Cooling: Data centres generate substantial heat, and it’s essential to maintain optimal temperature levels to ensure equipment longevity and prevent downtime. We design and maintain custom cooling solutions (CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, and in-row cooling) that are energy-efficient and scalable to your needs.
Environmental Control: Beyond temperature, humidity and airflow must be carefully monitored and controlled. We maintain the ideal conditions for your hardware and reduce the risk of hardware failure.
Energy Efficiency: Our advanced cooling solutions and preventive maintenance programs are designed to minimize energy consumption and reduce your operating costs, helping you meet sustainability goals.
Preventive Maintenance:
Scheduled Inspections: Regular inspections and maintenance reduce the risk of unexpected failures. Our team carries out scheduled maintenance for HVAC systems, cooling towers, air handling units, pumps, fans, and all mechanical plant systems.
Predictive Maintenance: Using IoT sensors and monitoring tools, we predict potential failures before they happen, allowing for proactive interventions and reducing the likelihood of costly repairs and system downtime.
Emergency Breakdown & Support Services:
24/7 Emergency Support: Data centres cannot afford any downtime. Our engineers are available around the clock to respond to any mechanical breakdowns, ensuring rapid repair and minimizing system downtime.
Rapid Response: We offer on-site technical support with a quick response time to ensure that your systems are back up and running in the shortest possible time.
Energy Management & Sustainability Solutions:
Energy Audits: We provide comprehensive audits to identify inefficiencies in your mechanical plant systems, with recommendations to reduce energy consumption and operational costs.
Sustainable Solutions: We design energy-efficient and green solutions such as using free cooling systems, optimising cooling system layouts, and integrating renewable energy sources to minimise the carbon footprint of your data centre.
Fire Suppression & Safety Systems:
Fire Detection & Suppression: We specialise in the installation and maintenance of fire suppression systems (FM200, Inergen, etc.) and smoke detection systems to safeguard your data centre’s critical infrastructure against fire risks.
Compliance & Safety: We ensure your data centre complies with the latest fire safety codes and regulations, including those specific to data centres like NFPA and ISO 27001.
Cooling & Airflow Optimisation:
Hot and Cold Aisle Containment: We implement best practices in airflow management, including hot/cold aisle containment and rack-level cooling, to ensure efficient cooling and prevent hotspots in your data centre.
Leak Detection & Remediation: Our services also include identifying and rectifying issues such as refrigerant leaks, ensuring system integrity and performance.
What Sets Us Apart:
Throughout our journey as a business we have been fortunate enough to work around the globe with a vast array of different clients.
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