TECfusions New AI-Ready Data Centre: Meeting Tech Demands
TECfusions, a renowned owner and operator of high-density data centres, has completed its third data centre hall at its Clarksville facility in the United States.
According to the company, this milestone demonstrates the operator’s commitment to the rapid deployment of data centre services, in addition to innovative adaptive reuse strategies. This development aims to set a new standard for speed and efficiency in the data centre industry, which is already confronted with a need-for-speed, in the midst of a global technology boom.
There is currently a global conversation within the data centre sector about the building of new ‘AI data centres’ and if they can be built sustainably. Experts argue that, whilst AI is contributing to increased energy consumption, building new facilities with these technologies could contribute to
A need for AI-ready infrastructure
As a whole, the Clarksville data centre project has progressed at a rapid pace from start to finish. TECfusions originally acquired the site with 500kW of customer power load already live, before starting construction in October 2023. The organisation completed the project through phased development, growing capacity to 24MW by the end of June 2024.
“The completion of C-Hall in just three months is a testament to our innovative approach and dedication to meeting the urgent demands of AI and high-performance computing,” states Simon Tusha, Founder and CTO of TECfusions.
“By leveraging adaptive reuse and deploying over 200 skilled workers around the clock, we’ve transformed a dormant industrial facility into a cutting-edge data centre at unprecedented speed.”
The Clarksville facility is designed to showcase TECfusions’ ability to rapidly deliver AI-ready infrastructure. Plans for on-site microgrid power generation, in addition to utility power, will bring the full site capacity to 220MW, which the organisation hopes will successfully meet the growing demands of AI workloads.
Not only is AI in much higher demand than ever before, it is incredibly power-hungry. Building facilities with AI as part of the infrastructure is a strategy data centre operators hope will ensure data centres operate much more efficiently and sustainably.
Supporting community development
TECfusions’ proactive approach, including advance equipment purchases and effective manpower deployment, has been critical in achieving an ambitious timeline. In particular, its investment in Clarksville hopes to be a catalyst for economic growth across the region, with its strategy in line with the community’s desire for sustainable development.
“TECfusions' expansion in our region marks a significant milestone in our community’s growth,” explains Jeff Jones, Town Manager for the Town of Clarksville. “Their investment not only brings cutting-edge technology and job opportunities but also enhances our local economy.
“We look forward to having TECfusions as a long-term business partner in Clarksville. Their innovative technologies and experience will bring long term economic prosperity and sustainable growth in Virginia’s only Lakeside Town.”
Looking ahead, TECfusions plans to start construction on Clarksville’s D-Hall in September, 2024, which aims to add another 13.5 MW to the facility by the end of 2024. Such an expansion aims to further solidify Clarksville’s position as a hub for technological innovation and sustainable data centre operations.
“By transforming an abandoned industrial site into a state-of-the-art data centre, TECfusions is not only meeting the urgent demand for digital infrastructure but also setting a benchmark for sustainable development in our industry,” adds Steve Hershey, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs at TECfusions.
“This project exemplifies how adaptive reuse can drive innovation while minimising environmental impact, paving the way for a greener future.”
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