Some time ago, an expansion for data centers meant expanding the current facility to cater to the company’s needs. Today, the issue has become easier, thanks to the prefabricated data center modules that are pre-assembled and integrated into the existing facility. Besides having a faster installation process, prefab centers come with other benefits regarding cost, space-saving, and improved efficiency. The following are three of the most conspicuous benefits of opting for prefab data center facilities.

Faster to Deploy

Going from the concept design to the finish line can be a daunting task when dealing with traditional build models. Taking such a long time to deploy a traditional model can have detrimental effects on a company’s ability to grow and expand. Prefab facilities are much faster to deploy by almost 40% because the construction is done off-site. The simultaneous running of the site work and factory model construction saves you a lot of time. The planning and designing stages for prefab facilities are also faster and easier.

Reduced Energy Costs

Unlike traditional construction, prefab facilities give room for the integration of cooling and power systems. This helps in cutting down on energy costs while achieving a cohesive system. The energy required to power and cool the many types of equipment used in a data center accounts for about 40% of the total operational costs. Besides blending well with your concrete needs, prefabricated data center modules are more effective and efficient to operate in comparison to traditional facilities. Such efficiency and effectiveness can help you save a lot of money in both the short- and long-term.

Portability

Moving prefabricated modules from one location to the other is much simpler than dealing with traditional structures. For instance, you may have your lease expiring in 12 months and you need to relocate. If your data center is a prefab, you can conveniently transport it to your new site instead of leaving it behind. Moving your entire data center can save you a lot of money because you do not have to construct a different facility on your new site. As for traditional facilities, they can be beneficial to the next tenant when left behind, but the original company will lose out on its investment.

There are several benefits associated with using prefabricated data centers. The above three are the most significant, but you can get more details about this topic by speaking with data center professionals. Please contact LDP for the mission-critical support solutions your data center needs.