Structural Criteria for Data Centers
Structural Criteria for Data Centers
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I am looking for a standard that provides the structural design criteria for data centers based on the tier system. I would like to follow a standard for both the gravity loads and lateral environmental loads. Is this information provided in the TIA-942 document? Are there any other industry standards that define structural loading and design criteria for Data Center design?
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RE: Structural Criteria for Data Centers
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RE: Structural Criteria for Data Centers
The short answer is yes. I recommend getting hold of this document as it also covers other important design considerations such as the structural framing system, floor slab thickness & construction, fire rating of structural elements.
Major Data Centres generally need to be serviceable after a disaster event (earthquake, flood etc.)and therefore the design approach should be no different to a critical post disaster facility such as a hospital or fire station.
Some of the larger Data Centres providers their own design brief so if the client hasn't already provided this, I would adopt TIA-942 and maybe issue a Return Brief to your client for their approval before proceeding any further.
RE: Structural Criteria for Data Centers
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