The confidential client representing the social media business first announced the construction of its up-to-date data center in 2014. Since then, the project has passed some phases focused mainly on expanding the existing campus. Today, all client’s operations within the facility are supported by 100% renewable energy, which allows it to produce no carbon footprint.
Besides having energy-efficient server designs and a robust outdoor-air cooling system, this data center has gone further. It features evolutionary improvements regarding building design, networking architecture, etc. and has achieved LEED Gold Standards. That makes this mission-critical facility one of the most advanced and sustainable worldwide. The goal of VEC involvement was to assist in constructing new buildings and other infrastructure required for the client’s operations. Due to the project’s complexity and scalability, it was pretty challenging.
The scalable five-part undertaking involved constructing and placing several mission-critical facilities, site infrastructure, medium voltage/site communication underground pathways, utility-grade medium voltage distribution switchgear, and 3000kVA transformers. Meanwhile, the interior portion utilized pre-manufactured electric room skids, heavy underground distribution, multiple remote power panels, an overhead data center rack busway, and a unique penthouse air delivery system consisting of several electrical connections.
VEC tech specialists took part in that significant data center construction project in 2019-22. Our team provided high-quality electrical BIM & VDC services and modeled many systems, including power, lighting, fire alarm (FA), telecom, emergency responder radio communications systems (ERRCS), and security.
Our electrical BIM & VDC services cover power, lighting, and telecom system modeling. Also, the VEC team created a thorough BIM Execution Plan and shared it with all stakeholders to provide them with the correct understanding and management of relevant BIM deliverables.
Meanwhile, 3D systems’ models are vital to ensure their proper performance after construction due to the opportunity to detect and eliminate clashes quickly. That also strengthens project coordination as all parties get these 3D models and realize how the systems will be constructed on-site. After all, creating a unique environment that will offer student-centered learning is only possible with valuable BIM data and efficient cooperation between all contractors.
VEC’s specialists deliver exceptional civil underground services for this educational project. They encompass various tasks such as 3D modeling, project management, BIM coordination, civil underground wet & dry (VDC), and onsite technology work. We have effectively utilized BIM software solutions such as Revitzo, Revit, and Navisworks throughout the project.
Our experts promptly document all design-related issues using PDF Markups and propose relevant solutions, including fittings and pipe length adjustments. Besides, we have created installation drawings to ensure accurate implementation in alignment with the plans. Lastly, our team performed essential tasks such as 3D laser-scanning, reporting on deviations from the current conditions, developing as-built models and drawings, identifying clashes, etc.
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