- In this context, Uninterruptible Power Supply Systems (UPS) are crucial for protecting the centre’s computing and data infrastructure.
- Operational continuity was critical, and the chosen UPS system needed to comprise modular devices that offer the scalability, reliability and advanced management needed to ensure the constant operation of the IT infrastructure and auxiliary services.
- Modularity provides the ability to adapt to the growth of the IT infrastructure.
- Conduct a detailed assessment of current and future power capacity requirements to ensure the UPS infrastructure can scale adequately without significant service interruptions.
- Operate over wider thermal ranges and evaluate efficient cooling strategies that minimise energy consumption.
- Implement a centralised monitoring and management platform, enabling rapid incident response and continuous performance optimisation.
- Establish a preventive and predictive maintenance programme, using real-time data monitoring to predict and prevent faults, thus ensuring maximum availability and prolonging the life of the systems.
- Integrate sustainability and energy efficiency practices in all data centre operations, in line with the recommendations of the European Commission’s Code of Conduct for Data Centres.
- Develop and maintain updated risk assessment and business continuity plans that contemplate different scenarios and ensure the centre’s operability in any eventuality.
The data centre opted for Salicru’s 500 kW SLC ADAPT2 technology with 50 kW modularity and integrated six SLC ADAPT2 systems into its power backup scheme. These modular systems allow configurations of up to 500 kW per cabinet, with the ability to scale up to 12 modules per cabinet vertically and up to 1,500 kW per system horizontally. The adoption of lithium-ion batteries (LFP) with an integrated battery management system (BMS) ensures real-time monitoring, a superior life cycle compared to lead, lower weight, increased durability and improved energy efficiency due to their ability to operate over a wider thermal range without the need for additional cooling.
- High availability and redundancy: The 2N configuration and low MTTR of the SLC ADAPT2 ensures maximum power availability and fast recovery from incidents.
- Advanced energy management: With its advanced monitoring and management capabilities, LFP technology facilitates optimised energy management, improving sustainability and reducing the TCO.
- Certification and compliance: Oxigen has been designed and built according to TIER III criteria. This approach is aligned with the European Commission’s Code of Conduct for Data Centres 2023, which emphasises modularity in UPS protection as a recommendation for new installations or refurbishments.
- Improved resilience: The robust UPS infrastructure guarantees Oxigen uninterrupted operability and maintains scalability, even during power outages or fluctuations in demand.
- Advanced energy management: Real-time monitoring and management capabilities enable a rapid response to incidents and continuous optimisation of energy consumption.
- Sustainability: By adopting lithium-ion batteries and high-efficiency systems, Oxigen reinforces its commitment to sustainability and reduced environmental impact.
Salicru has supplied a number of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems to Aire Networks data centres in the cities of Malaga, Madrid and Talavera de la Reina (Toledo). They are the latest systems to be acquired by the Spanish wholesale telecommunications operator group, which boasts the most extensive presence and reach in both rural and urban environments.
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The data centre in Sant Cugat del Vallès (Barcelona) has a total power of 4 MW with capabilities to expand up to 8 MW. A total of six SLC ADAPT2 units are currently providing power backup for all the IT infrastructure and ancillary services at the site.
The “smart” concept, this being understood as the group of advanced technologies that provide a giant step forwards in the automation and features of all types of system, is at its peak. The construction sector, particularly the design and equipping of buildings, plays a principal role in this trend.
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