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What are the benefits of working with a team that combines M+E+Sustainability expertise?
We deliver integrated Mechanical, Electrical, and Sustainability (M+E+S) design services that bridge the gap between concept and delivery for data centre contractors. Our collaborative approach ensures every solution is optimised for performance, cost, and sustainability.
Our expert team works in an open-plan ecosystem, fostering constant communication across:
- Mechanical Engineers
- Electrical Engineers
- Sustainability Engineers
Daniel Lynch, Executive Director
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Senior Mechanical Engineer
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We deliver results using state-of-the-art and DC industry accepted M+E+S software, and tools such as CFD simulation/analysis, and customised solutions to satisfy the requirements of our top-tier clientele.
By aligning all technical disciplines, we enable contractors to streamline delivery, meet demanding project timelines, reduce costs, improve the quality of project deliverables, and meet the highest environmental standards and attain data centre efficiency metrics namely PUE and CUE.
By aligning all technical disciplines, we enable contractors to streamline delivery, meet demanding project timelines, reduce costs, improve the quality of project deliverables, and meet the highest environmental standards and attain data centre efficiency metrics namely PUE and CUE.
What is Metec’s Design Support Service?
Metec provides bespoke design support services tailored to help data centre contractors deliver their Contractor Design Portion (CDP). From the project’s pre-construction phase to completion, our expert team develops designs that are coordinated at the project’s early stages. In this manner, clash-free models become more achievable, risks are identified and mitigated early, thereby avoiding critical design and constructability challenges in the long run.
We understand that most contractors excel in project management, but often lack the in-house design bandwidth to:
Create fully developed designs from scratch - from M&E Schematics to detailed GA Layouts.
Perform detailed
technical calculations (e.g.,
energy modelling, CFD analysis, equipment sizing
and selection that meet project and site constraints).
technical calculations (e.g.,
energy modelling, CFD analysis, equipment sizing
and selection that meet project and site constraints).
Accomplish Design Risk
Assessments and Codes/Standards/Regulations
checks.
Assessments and Codes/Standards/Regulations
checks.
Verify hydraulic
pressure losses and
system efficiencies.
pressure losses and
system efficiencies.
Propose alternative M&E systems that better make use of available data hall space and put forward latest technological solutions like modular plants, DCLC and submerged cooling.
Finalise M&E designs to 100% accuracy for smooth site installations.
Provide a detailed ESP calculation report using industry-leading tools as the ASHRAE DuctFitting Database to confirm that offsets and design changes from design to actual construction are within acceptable limits.
Propose Value Engineering opportunities backed up by theoretical calculations and/or CFD, when and if called up by the client.
Verify hydraulic equilibrium and determine steady state time required.
Utilise Psychrometric analysis as a means to pinpoint design discrepancies that can bring about risks to condensation and waste of energy.
This is where Metec steps in, bridging the gap to ensure CDPs are completed to the highest quality, on time and on budget.
Why is Metec’s Design Support Service Important? What are the benefits to contractors?
Our integrated M+E+S approach delivers multiple benefits for contractors facing tight programmes and complex project demands:
Streamlined Programme Delivery
Cost Saving
Reduced Carbon Footprint
Enhanced Quality
Future-Proofed Projects
Compliance with Standards
With Metec, contractors gain a trusted partner who ensures projects meet performance, cost, and environmental targets - every time!
How Does Metec’s Design Support Service Work?
Our process combines precision, expertise, and collaboration:
Concept Review: We assess existing designs technically and spatially and identify gaps that pose risks to constructability, M&E systems’ functionality, future servicing and programme delivery.
Technical Calculations: From Psychrometric to Thermodynamic analysis, air-side and hydraulic pressure losses to equipment sizing and energy modelling, we provide detailed, accurate calculations to guide installation.
3D BIM Modelling: Clash-free models are developed to align shop drawings with site installations, ensuring build ability. E.g. Taking ownership of the design from Stage 4a/4b and bringing these to Stage 5a/5b.
Sustainability Integration: M&E systems are optimised for energy efficiency, PUE improvement, carbon
reduction, and cost savings.
reduction, and cost savings.
Construction Phase Support: Real-time design adjustments ensure better
constructability and smooth handover and commissioning.
constructability and smooth handover and commissioning.
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Case Study: Temporary Cooling Plant – Confidential Data Centre, Frankfurt
Metec successfully delivered a 1.7MW temporary cooling plant design for a major data centre project in Frankfurt, Germany.
The Challenge:
Testing critical UPS rooms and MMRs on a tight programme demanded a temporary cooling solution aligned with the client’s budget and schedule.
Our Solution:
The Challenge:
Testing critical UPS rooms and MMRs on a tight programme demanded a temporary cooling solution aligned with the client’s budget and schedule.
Our Solution:
- Designed a full M&E temporary cooling module with duty/standby air- cooled chillers, diesel generators, buffer vessels, heat exchangers, motorised valves assemblies, and circulation pumps with very limited alterations to the already existing M&E services installed.
- Delivered a seamless BMS design integrating existing systems to ensure operational efficiency.
- Provided full technical documentation, including hydraulic modelling, CHW system volume, expansion and pressurisation calculations, Mechanical Schematics, Electrical single-line diagrams and load calculations, GA Layouts, Specifications, Sequence of Operation (SOO), Schedule of Pricing (SOP), M&E equipment schedules, BMS I/O points schedule, supplier data sheets and supplier quotation options, and Temporary Works Register (TWR) highlighting design-
related risks.
The Result:
Delivered the complete M&E IFT pack within a 4–5-week design period, meeting the client’s technical and cost targets despite last-minute changes.
Metec’s Impact:
This successful collaboration highlights our ability to solve complex project challenges under pressure.
Delivered the complete M&E IFT pack within a 4–5-week design period, meeting the client’s technical and cost targets despite last-minute changes.
Metec’s Impact:
This successful collaboration highlights our ability to solve complex project challenges under pressure.
The Holistic M+E+S Approach for Data Centres
Metec’s M+E+S design strategy integrates mechanical, electrical, and sustainability expertise to address the modern challenges of data centre construction:
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Programme Efficiency:
Collaborative design processes streamline delivery, address constructability challenges, saving time and minimising risks.
Future-Proofed Designs:
Anticipate scalability, operational demands, and environmental regulations.
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Reduced Carbon Footprint:
Innovative solutions reduce emissions by embedding energy-efficient systems and renewable technologies.
Cost Optimisation:
Lower operational costs through tailored, efficient M&E systems.
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With Metec, your data centre project benefits from an approach that is greater than the sum of its parts.
Why Choose Metec?
Metec combines technical expertise and project experience to deliver superior design solutions for data centres.
Proven Expertise
Trusted Delivery Partner
EMEA presence
Integrated M+E+S Solutions
Take the First Step
Are design challenges delaying your project?
Contact Metec’s expert team today to ensure your Contractor Design Portion is delivered accurately, precisely, efficiently, and sustainably.
Meet Our Specialist DC Design Team:
Ready to optimise your data centre project?
With decades of experience delivering high-quality designs for leading data centre projects, our team is ready to bridge your design gaps and accelerate your project delivery.
Contact Metec today to learn how our Design Support Services can solve your challenges and deliver seamless, high-quality results.
Contact Metec today to learn how our Design Support Services can solve your challenges and deliver seamless, high-quality results.
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