
Case Study: CRFCA MOD Division
Complete Data Centre Design & Build Project
Introduction
In Summer 2015 a Ministry of Defence Division began the search for a new design and improvements on their existing data centre infrastructure. This required a company with exceptional experience and expertise in the fields of Data centre Design, Build and Maintenance who could also advise throughout the process. Shortly after the tender was released they began working with INFINITI who completed not only within the budget but on time. Delivering with full compliance and a hassle-free installation.
The Ministry of Defence released a tender in Spring 2015 and many companies and specialists applied to carry out the large amount of work tendered. Not only did the MOD require specialist data centre consultancy but a company with great experience in designing, building and maintaining data centres. Originally, they had their data centre in London, but they felt moving it to their division in Hampshire provided better space accommodation.
So, the INFINITI team not only had to improve their current systems but also expand the data centre. The MOD required a company that could not only work under strict authorisation and privacy but delivered a team they could trust to get on with the work required and who would tick all the compliance boxes within the given time and budget.
❝ INFINITI not only completed the desired work within the budget and time given but, gave us great advise throughout the process.❞
Overseeing Project Manager (MOD)
- Design, Build and expansion of a new data centre in new office space management and site supervision to CDM requirements.
- Installation of composite panelling system for 1- hour fire rated room with high security panelling
- Installation & Commissioning of 200kVA Generator and 400 Litre Tank with an approximate full load time of 24 hours.
- Installation of ATS Panel & electrical infrastructure to support the new Generator. plenum to improve cooling efficiency.
- Installation of anti-static vinyl flooring
- Provision of UPS 60kA/54kW, bypass panel and electrical systems, design and build of electric systems
- Design, installation and provision of one-hour fire rated block up doorways, security door and heavy duty anti-static vinyl flooring
- Environmental Monitoring System and certified CAT6 data systems within the data centre.
- Specialist guidance throughout the process
- Design of a class 2 CPNI base and a SR4 security rated modular composite data centre structure



❝ Designing and expanding a high-density data centre within the MOD sector in record time posed a unique set of obstacles and challenges. This data centre construction project is a testament of what can be achieved when both client and contractor work together in tandem.❞
Overseeing Project Manager (MOD)
Results
INFINITI successfully delivered the project to the agreed specification, within the allocated budget, and critically within the required timeframes. Our disciplined project management and close coordination with stakeholders ensured that the client was able to relocate and occupy their new offices as scheduled, with no disruption to operational continuity.
- Efficiency for existing and future compliance - meeting all global standards including regulations now and in the future.
- A long-term virtualised solution to support future expansion with accommodating mission critical systems and N+1 redundancy with UPS and Generator.
- Critical systems optimised for energy efficiency and optimal performance.
- Specifications built on a deep technical understanding of our customer's requirements and objectives.
- A highly visible, approachable and friendly team that are always contactable throughout the process.
- Complete handover and onsite training for IT staff and data centre operators.
- A competitive solution that meets timescales and budget requirements.
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