Secure I.T. Environments completes fire suppression upgrade for Isle of Wight Council data centre

11 April 2025

Secure I.T. Environments Ltd (SITE) has successfully completed a crucial fire suppression upgrade for the Isle of Wight (IoW) Council’s primary data centre and communications room located at County Hall in Newport. As part of the project, SITE has also secured a four-year maintenance contract for the newly installed suppression system.

The upgrade project for the council’s 221m³ data centre involved a comprehensive design phase, followed by the decommissioning of the existing fire suppression system and the installation of the new system. Completed within a two-week period in a live data centre environment, the upgrade fully replaced the gas suppression system, including control panels, cylinders, piping, smoke detection, audible alarms, a VESDA (Very Early Smoke Detection Apparatus) early warning system, and remote monitoring capabilities.

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Panasonic improves Eurostar’s IT suite with new close control cooling units

09 April 2025

Eurostar's maintenance depot recently upgraded its IT suite's air conditioning system by replacing outdated units with advanced Panasonic P Series close control cooling technology.

Collaborating with installers Mac-Mech and Co and distributors Logicool, Eurostar has successfully implemented two units — models UPU30 and UPU50 (30kW and 50kW) — to enhance energy efficiency and reliability.

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eBook: ABB EL BIM solutions for digital buildings

08 April 2025

The rapid evolution of technology has brought about significant changes in the construction and building industry.

The building sector stands to benefit significantly from the adoption of Building Information Modelling (BIM). By embracing best practices, leveraging the advantages of BIM, and implementing it in every segment, the industry can enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve collaboration. As technology continues to advance, BIM will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of construction and building design.

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To colocate or not to colocate?

03 April 2025

Is colocation the future for the UK’s IT sector? Does in-house data centre ownership still make sense amidst rising energy prices and skills shortages? We chat with industry experts to find out what to expect in the years to come…

As UK enterprises navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape, the debate between colocation and in-house data centre capacity has never been more relevant. With rising economic pressures, energy costs, and sustainability concerns, many businesses are reassessing their IT strategies to determine the most efficient, cost-effective, and scalable approach.

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