Start-ups will rise up.. A component-based platform approach will help engage local manufacturing.
The above diagram showcases how Reference Design can be industrialised for efficient construction processes..Chip Thinking® and Reference Design offer a transformative approach to data centre design.
By breaking down complex assets into manageable components and standardising designs, Bryden Wood achieves optimised, flexible solutions that meet diverse client needs..This methodology not only streamlines the design and construction process but also ensures efficient operation and maintenance, paving the way for future innovation in the industry.In the field of data centre design, striking the right balance between risk management, resilience, and efficiency is paramount.While sticking to proven designs can minimise risks, it can limit innovation and potential optimisation opportunities.
With changing market dynamics and growing environmental concerns, there's an urgent need to maximise energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprints.Computational Fluid Dynamics provides the potential for a detailed and accurate insight into the operation of the data centre, throughout the design process.
This is incredibly useful to highlight any risks within the design, but it also allows for multiple design options to be tested at an early design stage, highlighting potential opportunities for lowering energy consumption and carbon emission.
These strategies can include reducing storey heights, optimising Hot Aisle Containment (HAC) required and reducing the clearances between data racks leading to a smaller data hall footprint.. At Bryden Wood, we advocate for a broader application of CFD in optimising and innovating data centre design, aiming for a more sustainable future within the industry.. Data Hall Design Optimisation.Some of the recommendations widely accepted in the industry for the re-occupation of buildings post-pandemic have a direct impact on energy efficiency.
In order to improve indoor air quality and reduce the likelihood of pathogens, fresh air rates need to be increased and air filters should be installed.However, that increases energy consumption from fans.
In naturally ventilated buildings, the recommendation is that windows should be opened frequently, even during winter, but this causes substantial heat loss and the inefficient operation of heating and cooling systems.It is also advised that in the event of further virus outbreaks, heat recovery devices are switched off – affecting the efficiency of HVAC systems.. Additionally, the recommendation to switch off recirculating cooling systems (fan coils and passive chilled beams) to limit the movement of airborne particles would affect thermal comfort and wellbeing due to overheating..