partitioning, such as jumbo stud or block walling, which may chip or break if damaged, or when cut. Junctions and penetrations of ISD- designed firewall packages are sealed securely, using approved materials that fully meet all clients’ fire protection requirements. Approved to LPS 1500 and LPS 1531, this is one of the most complete packages on the market today.
Optimal design Crucial aspects for service engineers in data centre applications are fire compartmentation, cooling and ventilation plus resilience relating to security. It’s important to work closely with architects, main contractors and datacentre operators from the conception of a project and during construction. A close working relationship is crucial to ensure optimal design solutions that provide the specified fire protection, area segregation. Coordination for creating and sealing the building services through different zones is important and panels with inbuilt resilience to help prevent unauthorised entry are recommended.
“Composite panel construction better satisfies WRAP and BREEAM targets.”
Fire and sound-proofing Many datacentres incorporate fire suppression to ensure there are no critical losses due to fire. The most innovative fire protection products recognised by the fire authorities and insurance companies are built around the latest steel-faced composite panels with non-combustible mineral fibre cores: basically an advanced, reliable walling system that fully protects complete premises and their contents. The panels also have inbuilt acoustic properties to help minimise sound pollution.
Selecting the right contractor is crucial. The critical nature of datacentre projects frequently require "approved specialist contractor" status, extensive industry experience, LPS 1500 accreditation and certificate of conformity. The right contractor must also demonstrate financial stability, the correct levels of insurance and absolute commitment to the successful completion and confidentiality of the project.
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