Fuel Systems for Mission Critical Data Centers

Data Centers require highly reliable and complex fuel systems to assure uninterrupted power supply to computing functions. The facilities are characterized by multiple generator / multiple storage tank fuel systems. Large fuel volumes are stored to allow for long run times creating a challenge to maintain fuel quality. The facilities require extensive integration with building management systems (BMS) to allow long term economical facility operations.

Significant projects include:

Earthsafe System Solutions

  • Master Controls with dual power supplies and dual PLCs
  • A network of local controllers at day tanks, pump sets, and filtration units
  • Generator day tanks, often fire rated, with redundant control elements
  • Large filtration polishing units with multi-tank management
  • Extensive integration with BMS, switchgear, and generators
  • Highly detailed startup and commissioning procedures.

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Earthsafe has completed over 300 data center fuel systems. Recent examples include:

  • Data Center 1: (22) Generator Plant served by 8 large underground storage tanks
  • Data Center 2: (12) Generator Plant served by 7 large underground storage tanks
  • Data Center 3: (24) Generator Plant served by 8 large underground storage tanks

Other significant project experience includes:

  • ABN Amro Data Center
  • Intel Data Center
  • Citibank Data Center
  • First American Data Center
  • Chicago Mercantile Exchange
  • Savvis Data Centers
  • Equinix Data Centers
  • Home Depot Data Center
  • Northern Trust Data Center
  • BMO Harris Bank Data Center
  • JP Morgan Chase Data Center
  • Dell Data Center
  • Great West Insurance
  • CNA Insurance
  • Scott Technologies
  • Wal-Mart Data Center
  • Bank of America Data Centers
  • Thompson Reuters Data Center