Data Centres
Data centres depend on controlled movement between public, administrative and highly restricted technical areas. Alumina Engineering supplies architectural and access systems that support controlled entry, compartmentation and secure circulation.
Project requirements
What matters in data centres
Building requirements vary from project to project, but these are the common design and operational considerations addressed by the systems Alumina Engineering supplies and installs.
Controlled movement between security zones
High-security locking and access hardware
Fire and smoke protection
Reliable entrance and circulation hardware
Clear separation between public and restricted areas
Typical applications
Where these systems are used
Main staff entrances
Security screening areas
Mantrap and controlled circulation zones
Server and technical areas
Administrative areas
Fire-rated compartment boundaries
Relevant systems
Products for Data Centres
Explore the Alumina Engineering product families that may be relevant to this sector.
Specification resources
Guides for project teams
Technical reading for architects, consultants, developers and project teams evaluating entrance and architectural systems.
Frequently asked questions
Data Centres — FAQs
Why are access systems important in data centres?
Data centres typically require controlled movement between different security zones. Physical access systems and locking hardware can be specified around the circulation and security strategy of the facility.
Are fire door systems relevant to data-centre design?
Yes. Fire-rated and smoke-control assemblies can form part of the compartmentation strategy. The exact door and hardware specification depends on the building design and applicable project requirements.
Can automatic entrances and access control work together?
Yes. Automatic entrance operators can be integrated with access-control systems where the project requires credential-based activation.
Project support
Planning a data centres project?
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