Enhancing Computational Resilience & Data Expansion
Wellcome Genome Campus
Data Centre Upgrade
The Genome Campus data centre underwent a critical expansion to enhance its high-performance computing capabilities, addressing the growing demand for data storage in world-leading research. The first phase involved repurposing the fallow ‘fourth quadrant’ hall, providing additional computing equipment and infrastructure. This expansion featured two new Diesel Rotary UPS (DRUPS) engines housed in dedicated towers, ensuring the facility's resilience to support the campus's vital data storage needs.
The second phase focused on life cycle upgrades to the existing power, cooling, and IT supplies across the three operational quadrants. This work was carried out while maintaining continuous critical operations within a live environment, surrounded by laboratories and an animal facility. The project design, procurement, and delivery strategies were driven by the imperative to avoid disruption to these essential services.
To achieve seamless installation, designs were developed with practical implementation in mind, and early engagement with contractors and subcontractors commenced at RIBA Stage 2. This proactive approach enabled meticulous planning and coordination, ensuring the successful installation of major plant components, including the DRUPS, while maintaining open communication with all stakeholders involved. The project exemplified a commitment to enhancing infrastructure while prioritising operational continuity.
Data Centre Upgrade
The Genome Campus data centre underwent a critical expansion to enhance its high-performance computing capabilities, addressing the growing demand for data storage in world-leading research. The first phase involved repurposing the fallow ‘fourth quadrant’ hall, providing additional computing equipment and infrastructure. This expansion featured two new Diesel Rotary UPS (DRUPS) engines housed in dedicated towers, ensuring the facility's resilience to support the campus's vital data storage needs.
The second phase focused on life cycle upgrades to the existing power, cooling, and IT supplies across the three operational quadrants. This work was carried out while maintaining continuous critical operations within a live environment, surrounded by laboratories and an animal facility. The project design, procurement, and delivery strategies were driven by the imperative to avoid disruption to these essential services.
To achieve seamless installation, designs were developed with practical implementation in mind, and early engagement with contractors and subcontractors commenced at RIBA Stage 2. This proactive approach enabled meticulous planning and coordination, ensuring the successful installation of major plant components, including the DRUPS, while maintaining open communication with all stakeholders involved. The project exemplified a commitment to enhancing infrastructure while prioritising operational continuity.