Merlin: Modularity Drives Efficiency

Data Center Knowledge (Sep 7 2010) Construction , Power and Cooling

1. The new Capgemini data center in Swindon, England doesn’t officially open its doors until Sept. 17. But Capgemini is touting its Merlin facility as the newest contender for the title of “world’s most efficient data center.” It’s a bold claim, but the Merlin project is notable in a number of respects. It employs a modular design, uses free cooling, has no raised floors or ducts, and uses an automated system to control airflow. Capgemini will reportedly have the UK Environmental Agency as its anchor tenant, and plans to pursue certification for LEED status from the U.S. Green Building Council as well as a Tier III certification from The Uptime Institute. (Read Full Article)

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