Data CentRE Fit-Out Solutions

As demand for data processing and storage continues to grow, repurposing existing spaces into efficient data centres is an effective, sustainable approach. The Architect System by BladeRoom is a comprehensive data centre fit-out solution designed to transform buildings, including office spaces, into high-performance data centres. Whether converting an office, industrial facility, or other building type, the Architect System delivers reliable, energy-efficient infrastructure that supports modern IT requirements.

What is the Architect System Data Centre Fit-Out Solution?

BladeRoom’s Architect System is a pre-engineered data centre fit-out solution that converts existing structures into fully functional, energy-efficient data centres. This fit-out solution is ideal for organisations seeking to expand their IT capacity using available real estate rather than embarking on a ground-up build.

Key Features of the Architect System Fit-Out Solution:

Adaptable Design

Utilises the layout and structure of an office or other building, optimising space and accommodating varying layouts to ensure efficient use.

Energy Efficiency

Incorporates advanced airflow management, high-efficiency cooling, and BladeRoom’s proprietary Match Technology™ to achieve market-leading PUEPower Utilization Effectiveness (PUE) is the primary metric for measuring the energy efficiency of a data centre. Calculated as the ratio of total facility energy to IT equipment energy, it provides insights into how much power is used for non-IT functions, such as cooling and po...Learn more and reduce operational costs.

Rapid Deployment

Off-site pre-engineering minimises on-site construction time, ensuring a streamlined, efficient fit-out process.

Simplified Shipping

The architect system can be manufactured in the UK or US to be shipped globally.

Benefits of the Architect System for Data Centre Fit-Out Projects

The Architect System provides a streamlined solution for office to data centre conversions and other fit-out projects, making it easier for organisations to create high-performance data centres while reducing environmental impact and project costs.

Key Benefits:

Cost Savings

Using existing infrastructure reduces initial capital expenditure compared to building a new data centre.

Environmental Responsibility

Converting existing buildings or other structures minimises material waste and lowers carbon emissions, providing an environmentally conscious solution.

Speed to Market

With BladeRoom’s off-site manufacturing and pre-engineering, the Architect System enables a faster fit-out, bringing data centres online quickly.

Flexible and Scalable

The Architect System can accommodate a range of rack densities and power requirements, making it highly adaptable to diverse operational needs.

Designed for Energy Efficiency

BladeRoom’s Architect System prioritises energy efficiency with advanced cooling solutions and optimised airflow, creating sustainable, high-performance data centres. Whether repurposing an office or another type of building, BladeRoom’s data centre fit-out approach helps achieve optimal energy efficiency.

With options for direct and indirect fresh-air cooling, the Architect System can adapt to various climates and building types, reducing energy consumption and lowering operational costs.

BladeRoom’s Data Centre Fit-Out Approach: Off-Site Manufacturing for Quality and Speed

The Architect System benefits from BladeRoom’s off-site manufacturing approach, which provides high quality and faster project timelines. Each component is manufactured and tested to rigorous standards before arriving on-site, reducing on-site construction time and minimising disruption.

Off-Site Construction Advantages:

Predictable Programme

Off-site manufacturing reduces risk factors that can delay traditional construction, ensuring timely delivery.

Rigorous Quality Assurance

Every component undergoes comprehensive QA testing, ensuring the finished data centre meets BladeRoom’s standards for quality and performance.

Reduced On-Site Disruption

Off-site assembly significantly reduces noise, dust, and disruption within operational buildings.

Project Success: Transforming Metronode with BladeRoom’s Data Centre Fit Out Architect Solution

The Australian data center market was evolving rapidly, driven by demand for low-latencyLatency is the time delay between a data request being sent and the corresponding response being received. Measured in milliseconds (ms), it is a critical performance metric for data centres, especially those serving latency-sensitive applications such as online gaming, financial...Learn more solutions, sustainable operations, and compliance with strict industry standards. Metronode, a leading Australian data center provider (now part of Equinix), sought to deliver highly efficient, scalable, and resilient facilities that met Tier III and Tier IV standards. To achieve this vision, Metronode partnered with BladeRoom to leverage the data centre fit out Architect solution, enabling rapid deployment and high-performance outcomes tailored to their estate across multiple sites.

BladeRoom’s off-site construction approach enabled Metronode to deploy facilities in phases and faster than traditional builds. The prefabricated products were manufactured at BladeRoom's UK dedicated assembly facility and shipped across the world to be installed exactly when required. This 'just-in-time' approach allowed the company to incrementally expand its facilities as client needs evolved, without causing significant disruptions to ongoing operations.

The PUEPower Utilization Effectiveness (PUE) is the primary metric for measuring the energy efficiency of a data centre. Calculated as the ratio of total facility energy to IT equipment energy, it provides insights into how much power is used for non-IT functions, such as cooling and po...Learn more of the BladeRoom was as low as 1.04 in some locations. Metronode's Illawarra Facility, in Unanderra, was one of the most energy-efficient data centers in Australia, leveraging BladeRoom’s air cooling technology.

The partnership helped Metronode gain recognition for its energy-efficient designs, including awards from industry bodies such as the Uptime Institute.

Modular Data Centres

Just like the Architect System, BladeRoom modular data centres provide a flexible solution for rapid deployment and scalability. Engineered for adaptability, these pre-fabricated facilities can be deployed as points of presence (PoPA Point of Presence (PoP) is a physical access point in a network that connects different communication systems or networks. Typically found in data centers, PoPs enable internet service providers (ISPs), content delivery networks (CDNs), and enterprises to interconnect and excha...Learn more) or scalable edge solutions, bringing computing power closer to end-users and reducing latencyLatency is the time delay between a data request being sent and the corresponding response being received. Measured in milliseconds (ms), it is a critical performance metric for data centres, especially those serving latency-sensitive applications such as online gaming, financial...Learn more. They are the perfect option to expand your existing IT infrastructure.

Modular Data Centres

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