Considering that data centres are complex and specialised facilities for significant IT structure and power infrastructure they require more comprehensive and regularly scheduled data centre electrical maintenance. Given their electrical and energy consumption it’s of particular importance to ensure that data centres are correctly maintained. While data centres are primarily recognised for their computing storage and networks, there are numerous systems such as cooling, security, energy management/environmental monitors, generators and batteries to consider when demonstrating electrical safety compliance for insurance or health and safety purposes.
Proactive Solutions for Data Centre Electrical Maintenance
Likewise, it is important for data centres to regularly service maintenance and testing for proactive solutions to electrical energy management – especially as data centres accounted for approximately 20% of Ireland’s total metered electricity usage in 2024. This is largely due to the cooling and temperature requirements needed to safely use maintain operations for technological equipment/servers, continuous operations 24/7, increased demand for cloud and AI services and newer and larger facilities which require more power supply.
Data Centre Energy Consumption and Reduction
Despite the naturally higher electrical consumption needed by data centres, they can reduce energy use by having regularly scheduled testing and localised testing services, such as power quality analysis testing (PQA), thermal imaging testing, insulation testing and electrical load profiling, which will identify inefficiencies or hazards in electrical systems and periodically measure how much power is being used by systems. As data centres cater to different aspects of IT and networking infrastructure, we offer free site visits to provide clients with a power quality audit which comprehensively suits the needs of their systems and operations.
Call The Data Centre Electrical Specialists
Ireland has a growing number of data centres that have a growing need for electrical specialists and that’s where we come in. We have a talented team of electricians who are on the cutting edge of data centre electrical maintenance. Give us a call now on 01-9602636 or contact us online to talk to a specialist today.
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