Server Room Air Conditioning & Design : Bucks, Berkshire, Oxford, Surrey, Middx

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inna polichtchouk
11:07 15 Nov 24
Prompt service and very friendly installation team. Very happy with our domestic air conditioning installation. So happy that we decided to also install the same system in our outbuilding. And again received 5-star service.
Tom Melville
16:20 14 Nov 24
Air intelligence provided an excellent service. From quoting through to installation they were second to none. We got a number of quotes and they were very reasonably priced. Couldn’t be happier with them and highly recommend.
Peter's quote was competitive and affordable. He visited our home and had long discussions before forwarding the quote. He was open for suggestions and worked around our needs. The company engineer Joel who came for for the installation was also very knowledgeable and ready to listen. So was the electrician Tom. All in all they were a highly efficient team. We are very happy with our new installed AC system.
Neil Francis
17:26 20 Aug 24
Peter's team started on the day agreed and finished on the day agreed - the price was competitive, and the installation quality high. The installation was A/C / Heating for a community sports pavilion. Many thanks.
Laura Earle
14:34 19 Jul 24
The Air Intelligence team fitted a heating and cooling system in my garden office.Everyone was friendly and professional, the system works very well, and it was excellent value.
Drew Seymour
15:46 17 Jul 24
Highly recommended. Air Intel installed ducted aircon in 3 bedrooms. Really, a first class service. Prompt, efficient, courteous and a great price. No mess at all and super nice installers. Do not hesitate to use this company!
Ian Mason
05:52 30 May 24
Air Intelligence installed a three way split system in my house over a 2 day period, I am delighted to say the standard of work is second to none with all pipe runs clipped neatly and protected with trunking. The installers where fantastic, we have a 7 month old baby and where very understanding of her nap timings early in the morning before my wife left for the day. They were clean and tidy and even hovered when they left both days.I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Mark and Air Intelligence!
Stephen Bowden
14:08 27 Apr 24
Air intelligence Ltd has just installed a new air conditioning system in two rooms of my house. The installation took just two days to complete without any problems or hold ups.I found Peter from Air intelligence very knowledgeable and helpful, and the installation teem very neat and tidy.Price wise very competitive without any hidden conditions etc.Now we are ready for the next UK heat wave.ThanksSteve
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Server Room Air Conditioning & Design

At Air Intelligence, we don’t just install server room air conditioning—our FGAS engineers can fit out your entire server room. No matter the size or building constraints, our specialist design team will provide the right solution. This includes high-specification computer room air conditioning with the latest energy-saving features, fire protection systems, and power management—all at competitive prices and installed to meet or exceed manufacturers’ recommendations.

Key Considerations for Server Room Design

As part of our quotation and site inspection, we help you assess the primary factors in server room design:

  • Location
  • Server Room Air Conditioning
  • Fire Protection
  • Power
  • Redundancy
  • Future Proofing

Server Room Location & Design

Choosing the Right Location

server room air conditioningThe location of your server room is critical before considering the layout. Ideally, avoid placing server rooms against exterior walls, as these can be damp and may contain water pipes that could burst and damage equipment.

Avoiding Common Hazards

  • Exterior Windows – These present security risks and are prone to breakage.
  • Top Floors & Basements – These locations can be susceptible to flooding or leaks.
  • Proximity to Interference – Ensure the server room is not near radio transmitters, electrical power plants, or lift rooms that may cause interference.

Additional Design Considerations

Other factors to assess include room size, door sizes, access ramps, cable organisation, physical security, and maintenance access.

Server Room Air Conditioning

Why Air Conditioning is Crucial

Server rooms require controlled temperature and humidity for optimal performance and reliability. Close control air conditioning (PAC systems) provides precise temperature and humidity management, operates 24/7, and includes automatic alerts for any deviations.

Types of Server Room Air Conditioning Systems

1. Up-Flow Server Room Air Conditioning

  • server-room-designDraws air into the front and bottom of the air handling unit (AHU).
  • Cools the air over the heat exchanger.
  • Distributes the cooled air through a discharge plenum or ductwork.
  • Ideal for retrofitted server rooms without raised floors.

2. Down-Flow Server Room Air Conditioning

  • Draws air into the top of the AHU.
  • Cools the air over the heat exchanger.
  • Distributes air through the floor void to server racks.
  • Suited for new buildings with raised floors for ducting.

3. Direct Expansion (DX) Air Conditioning

  • Ideal for small to medium-sized server rooms.
  • Lower initial installation costs.
  • Scalable for additional cooling capacity.
  • Independent cooling units reduce system-wide failure risks.

4. Chilled Water Server Room Air Conditioning

  • Best for larger server rooms and data centres.
  • More efficient than DX systems due to reduced pipe runs.
  • Higher initial investment due to pump room and piping requirements.

Determining Cooling Capacity

Cooling requirements depend on the heat output of your equipment. Overestimating cooling needs can lead to inefficiencies. Our team ensures an accurate calculation for cost-effective cooling solutions.

Server Room Fire Protection

Importance of Fire Protection

A robust fire protection system detects and suppresses fires while minimising disruption and ensuring personnel safety.

Types of Fire Suppression Systems

1. Inert Gas Systems

  • Nitrogen-based IG55 or IG541 (Inergen) mixtures.
  • Keeps oxygen levels below 15% to prevent combustion.

2. Hypoxic Air Systems

  • Actively maintains low oxygen levels to prevent fires from starting.

3. FM200 Systems

  • A widely used replacement for Halon.
  • Cost-effective and efficient.

Server Room Future Proofing

Scaling for Growth

Server room requirements change over time. Future-proofing ensures easy scalability with minimal investment. For every 100kW of additional IT equipment, an extra 30kW of cooling is needed.

Optimising Rack Space

  • Using telco racks or enclosed cabinets maximises space.
  • 1U and blade servers enable higher density installations.

Server Room Air Conditioning Redundancy

Minimising Downtime Risks

Depending on business needs, removing single points of failure ensures uninterrupted operations. We offer:

  • N+1 Redundancy – Ensures an extra backup cooling unit.
  • 1+1 Redundancy – Fully redundant systems for seamless failover.

Conclusion

At Air Intelligence, we specialise in designing and installing server room air conditioning solutions tailored to your specific requirements. From precision cooling to fire protection and future-proofing, our expert team ensures that your server room remains efficient, secure, and scalable.

Contact us today to discuss your server room air conditioning and design needs.