Data Centre Expansion & Infrastructure

Following the successful refurbishment of their regional office, Craftex was commissioned to expand and upgrade an existing data centre facility for a leading healthcare technology client in Manchester.

The goal: to double rack capacity, introduce next-generation cooling systems, and upgrade the entire electrical backbone — all without disrupting ongoing operations.

As part of a specialised Data Centre Construction and Fit-Out project, Craftex’s multidisciplinary team executed a comprehensive design-and-build programme, transforming a legacy server room into a modern, energy-optimised, compliant data environment tailored for healthcare data storage and telemedicine applications.

Services

Design and reconstruction

location

Manchester, UK

Total size

310 sq m

Timeframe

12 weeks

Healthcare systems can’t afford downtime — every second counts.
Craftex engineered a new backbone of infrastructure capable of supporting continuous uptime with no single point of failure.

Key highlights include:

• Dual power feeds with automatic transfer switches and redundant UPS systems.
• Smart cooling architecture with aisle containment and variable-speed fans reducing hot spots.
• Optimised raised flooring for underfloor airflow and concealed cabling.
• Structured fibre optic backbone, ready for 10–40 Gbps network speeds.
• Our integrated mechanical and electrical design ensured efficient coordination between contractors, resulting in a seamless installation with zero service interruptions.

Given the sensitivity of healthcare data, the client required strict adherence to ISO 27001 and NHS data hosting standards.
Craftex implemented:

• Biometric access controls and CCTV at all data zones.
• Gas-based fire suppression (IG-541 system) for equipment protection without residue.
• Temperature, humidity, and leak detection sensors linked to a central monitoring panel.
• Redundant fibre and power routing to achieve compliance with Tier 3 availability standards.
• The project also included extensive documentation and commissioning reports to align with audit and compliance protocols — vital for a healthcare-grade data environment.

Sustainability was a major design priority.
The upgraded systems reduced energy waste and heat output while improving operational performance.
Our environmental design achieved:

• 22% reduction in overall energy consumption through EC fans and advanced cooling control.
• LED lighting with smart sensors, lowering lighting power density.
• Recyclable raised floor materials and locally sourced containment units.

The new facility now aligns with BREEAM “Very Good” environmental standards, setting a strong benchmark for future healthcare technology builds.

After completion, the client reported a measurable improvement in system reliability, cooling performance, and compliance readiness.
Key outcomes:

• Zero downtime during migration and testing phases.
• 100% audit pass rate under ISO 27001 inspection.
• Cooling efficiency improved by 25% year-over-year.
• Full scalability for future cloud and AI workloads.

“Craftex’s technical knowledge and collaborative delivery gave us total confidence. The new facility not only meets today’s needs but is future-proofed for tomorrow’s innovations.”
— Infrastructure Manager, Healthcare Technology Client

We design and deliver high-availability environments where performance, compliance, and reliability intersect.

Our expertise covers data centre builds, critical systems upgrades, power and cooling engineering, and BMS integration for sectors where uptime isn’t optional.

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