Data centers
We are the leading expert company in the Nordic countries specialising in data center design and construction management. Our services cover all project stages from selecting the data center location to commissioning the data center.
Leading expert in data centers in the Nordics
Over 500 experts
More than 500 experienced professionals work on our data center projects. Our experts include architects, structural and MEP design engineers, specialists in construction management and project management, as well as commissioning professionals.
Services throughout the entire project lifecycle
We are involved in data center projects from early-stage studies through design, construction, and commissioning. We support our clients at every stage of the project.
Over 30 years of industry experience
Granlund is strong player in the data center sector, and our experts have up to 30 years of industry experience. We are a reliable partner with extensive and well-established networks across the data center industry.
Granlund’s expertise covers all stages of the data center project
Our professionals will support you throughout the data center project, from conceptualisation to commissioning and continuous maintenance. We will be your partner in design, project management and demanding commissioning alike.
Selecting the data center site
A successful data center project begins by carefully selecting the right location.
Key criteria include sufficient electricity supply and the ability to utilise the waste heat from servers in the district heating network, for example.
What is more, we carefully research factors related to safety, the environment and logistics in the due diligence and feasibility surveys of the site.
Data center design
Once the location has been chosen, we manage all aspects of construction design from MEP to structural and architectural design.
We take care of the planning and application processes for the building and environmental permits related to the project.
If necessary, we can also assist in all other cooperation with the authorities. Typically, the design assignment does not end until the project is completed and we have prepared the handover drawings.
Construction management
During the construction stage, our construction management experts protect the client’s interests. We help with both project management and detailed design and implementation, based on your needs.
In terms of project management, we ensure that the construction of the site proceeds according to plan and stays within the budget. If necessary, we can also take charge of contract calculations and acquiring the subcontractors required for the project.
Commissioning
We are also involved in the commissioning stage of the data center.
This way, we can ensure that the data center operations are launched as planned and that any system repairs during the warranty period are carried out.
We can assume the responsibility for managing the commissioning of projects and carry out a five-step commissioning of the project, from equipment tests to the client’s collaboration tests.
White paper about sustainable data centers in Finland
More data centers are being planned in Finland than ever before, and the topic is generating lively discussion. Our new white paper explores how data centers can be built sustainably.
The publication brings together guidelines for sustainable data center construction in Finnish conditions. It covers four themes: energy, biodiversity and emissions, regional economic impacts and project management. Each chapter concludes with recommendations on how to improve the sustainability of data center projects.
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