Systems, structures, facilities and processes need to be efficiently designed and built to not only cope with the demands of today, but future-proofed to scale up when ready.
At Sweet Projects, we are an experienced end-to-end data centre construction company, collaborating with expert suppliers in their fields to design, manage, construct and deliver on-time and in-budget, including bespoke technical elements or functionality.
Whether working on a new, state-of-the-art enterprise data centre, upgrading a managed services or cloud-based facility, or redesigning a hyperscale or edge data centre; we have unique and unparalleled expertise when it comes to data centre construction.
Building Data Centres: Integral Infrastructure & Innovation
With data centres constantly developing and the industry in a state of expansion, data centre construction at Sweet Projects is also innovating through the whole design and build process to match the advancements in technology and match the latest requirements.
The design and installation of electrical systems capable of providing uninterrupted power supply to critical equipment is paramount. Our construction teams work on installing backup generators, transformers, switchgear, and power distribution units, as well as implementing redundant power paths for enhanced reliability.
Equally essential are effective and reliable switch rooms, and cooling and HVAC systems to maintain optimal operating temperatures. Incorporating suitable fire suppression systems, smoke detection and emergency response mechanisms, appropriate air handlers, ductwork and precision cooling units, as well as designing hot and cold aisle containment systems are all integral to maximise efficiency.
We incorporate sector-leading innovations such as adiabatic cooling systems, delivering industry-leading PUE ratings to set new standards in data centre efficiencies, where possible.
Data Centre Construction Solutions Built Around You
By partnering with and project managing experienced suppliers and experts in their field, we can reduce timescales, enhance optimisation and minimise disruption to ongoing live work by strategically planning concurrent processes.
Mitigating slow down periods around deliveries or infrastructure installs, and building around live work to ensure consistent data outputs, are key to delivering for you and your stakeholders.
As a specialist turnkey data centre construction company with experience of, and responsibility for, building multi-million pound data centres and facilities across the UK, we live and breathe the challenges, opportunities and detail of compliance around data centre projects.
If you would like to talk to one of our team about your plans, get in touch to discuss.
Data Centre Construction FAQs
Depending on the size and the use of the data centre, there are a number of different types of data centre. They include managed, enterprise, hyperscale, colocation, cloud-based and edge data centres.
With the data centre industry booming in the past few years, the number of data centres being built per year is rapidly rising. It’s predicted that the industry will rise 5.1% a year which roughly equates to 25 data centres being built per year, based on the 500 or so data centres currently in the UK.
Yes, when constructing data centres, we ensure effective cooling is integrated into our plans. From liquid cooling to cutting-edge adiabatic cooling, we ensure your servers remain cool and essential data is kept safe as they process information.
Yes – we can work on upgrading older data centres rather than building them from scratch. Our project managers will work with you and your team to assess what your needs are and how we can use and improve your space. Skilled in working in live environments with minimal disruption to you and your team, we ensure your data centre remains operational while we conduct essential updates.
We assess each data centre project we undertake to pinpoint the best sustainability measures to implement. Each project optimises energy efficiency and utilises advanced building techniques to drive efficiency while minimising potential environmental harm. For example, at one of our data centre projects in Surrey, we sent tonnes of Correx back for remanufacturing, saving over 2.5 tonnes of CO2 in the process.
Timelines for turnkey data centres vary depending on the scope and size of the project. Larger projects will have longer timelines, whereas smaller data centres or data centre refurbishments may take less time. When you discuss your project with our team, we will be able to give an estimated timeline.
Turnkey delivery provides a single point of responsibility, reducing complexity and ensuring accountability in complex data centre projects. It enables faster project completion by integrating design, procurement and construction, while offering greater cost control and minimising the risk of delays or unexpected expenses. This approach also ensures that the data centre is delivered as a cohesive, high-performance facility, fully compliant with regulatory and security requirements.
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