Data centers
We are the leading expert company in the Nordic countries specialising in data center design and consulting. Our services cover all project stages from selecting the data center location to commissioning the data center.
Granlund’s expertise covers all stages of the data center project
Our professionals will support you throughout the data center project, from conceptualisation to commissioning and continuous maintenance. We will be your partner in design, project management and demanding commissioning alike.
Selecting the data center site
A successful data center project begins by carefully selecting the right location. Key criteria include sufficient electricity supply and the ability to utilise the waste heat from servers in the district heating network, for example.
What is more, we carefully research factors related to safety, the environment and logistics in the due diligence and feasibility surveys of the site.
Data center design
Once the location has been chosen, we manage all aspects of construction design from MEP to structural and architectural design. We take care of the planning and application processes for the building and environmental permits related to the project. If necessary, we can also assist in all other cooperation with the authorities. Typically, the design assignment does not end until the project is completed and we have prepared the handover drawings.
Data center construction and project management
During the construction stage, our construction management and supervision experts protect the client’s interests. We will help with managing the project as a whole as well as in the more detailed design and implementation based on your needs.
In terms of project management, we will ensure that the construction of the site proceeds according to plan and stays within the budget. If necessary, we can also take charge of contract calculations and acquiring the subcontractors required for the project.
Commissioning the data center
We are also involved in the commissioning stage of the data center. This way, we can ensure that the data center operations are launched as planned and that any system repairs during the warranty period are carried out.
We can assume the responsibility for managing the commissioning of projects and carry out a five-step commissioning of the project, from equipment tests to the client’s collaboration tests.
The strengths of the Nordic countries appeal to data center operators
According to estimates, the total amount of data in the world is going to double every two years, and the rapid adoption of AI online is further increasing the capacity requirements of data centers.
There are many reasons why the Nordic countries are an ideal location for data centers.
For instance, visitors are attracted by the cheapest and cleanest electricity in Europe. Approximately 90% of electricity is produced CO2-free with hydropower, wind power, solar power or nuclear power.
Another advantage of the Nordic countries is the cool climate, which means that data centers can to a large degree be cooled for free using the outside air, and/or the waste heat generated by the data center can be utilised in district heating networks.
What’s more, the Nordic countries are a stable and secure operating environment for data centers. That is a key criterion for data center operators as it will extend the lifecycle of their investment for decades to come.
Design management
Granlund’s design management helps keep your projects on time and on budget with the quality you expect. We can handle design coordination for your data centres or other major construction projects so you can concentrate on your core business.
Granlund designs specialised AI data centers for Nordic climate
The Artificial Intelligence boom creates a need for a new generation of data centers. An AI data center has unique requirements and is designed differently than old centers.
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Jari Innanen
Timo Ranne
Marcus Karlsson
Graham Edge
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