A major telecommunications provider operates mission-critical data halls in Brisbane, Queensland. Ensuring uninterrupted service and precise environmental control is central to its operations. The existing water-cooled CRAC systems were nearing end-of-life, limiting system resilience and energy transparency. The client engaged Vertiv, in partnership with Air Water Power (AWP), to modernise both cooling and electrical infrastructure to meet current and future operational demands.
Background
The customer operates mission-critical data halls requiring uninterrupted service and precise environmental control. Its existing water-cooled CRAC systems were nearing end-of-life, reducing resilience and visibility of energy performance. To address these risks and support future operational demands, the client engaged Vertiv and partner Air Water Power to modernise cooling, monitoring, and electrical infrastructure.
Results
- Redundant CRAC units with standby capacity ensure reliable thermal performance under peak loads or fault conditions, protecting mission-critical operations.
- Real-time EMS monitoring delivers clear visibility of mechanical energy use, enabling optimisation, efficiency gains, and support for sustainability goals.
- Modernised cooling, electrical distribution, and rooftop condensers provide a robust, expandable platform to support future IT growth and digital service demands.
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Australia |
| Challenge: |
The client needed to replace end-of-life CRAC units while maintaining continuous operation, integrating modern energy management, and upgrading electrical infrastructure to ensure reliable, efficient, and fully redundant cooling for mission-critical spaces. |
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