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Quality Freight Group – Driving Ireland’s energy future with specialist logistics expertise
Soccer legend Packie Bonner launches Source Civil safety initiative
Soccer legend Packie Bonner launches Source Civil safety initiative Celtic and Irish soccer legend Packie Bonner officially launched a new Health and Safety initiative for Donegal Town based civil engineering leader Source Civil. The initiative entitled ‘MISE – Make It Safe Everyday’ highlights the personal responsibility every Source Civil team member has in creating and
Reaction to fire test of CPR cables
CPR European regulations prescribe severe fire test in official laboratories to analyse their reaction to fire. Official results of these tests indicate the performance of these cables before the fire, reflected in class B2ca, Cca, Dca or Eca. The regulation of Construction Products Regulation (CPR), in force since July 1st, 2016, requires cable manufacturers, distributors, project managers,
CPR certificate: Summary of classes B2, C, D and E
THE CPR CERTIFICATE AND SAFETY Safety is a crucial aspect to consider when starting a new project. All possible situations that the installation may face need to be evaluated, and maximum safety should be ensured at all times. That is why several criteria have been established at the European level to classify cables and assess
TOXFREE® N2XH flex is a cable for public places and critical power
TOXFREE® N2XH flex cables are widely installed European power cables for electricity supply in 600/1000V fixed installations in public buildings. Their fire non-propagation and non-toxic gasses emission outer sheath (CPR B2ca, Cca) makes them the safest option in the event of a fire, where smoke and corrosive gasses would pose a risk to life and sensitive
Powering Data Centres: advantages of Top Cable’s range of cables
Data Centres are often characterised by complex layouts and confined spaces. One of the advantages of Top Cable’s range is that it saves you the hassle of traditional rigid cables that make installation a long and complicated task. Top Cable’s TOXFREE® N2XH Flex cables, featuring a Class 5 flexible copper conductor, offer exceptional pliability. Find out
Flexible class 5 conductor cables designed for Data Centres
When efficiency, reliability and adaptability are key, the right choice of power cable significantly influences the construction and operation of Data Centres. Among the options available are cables made with flexible class 5 conductors, as opposed to class 2 (rigid copper conductors). In this post we want to give you three important reasons why you
TOXFREE® N2XH FLEX, best-in-class power distribution cable for Data Centres
Cables like TOXFREE® N2XH Flex are at the heart of AI and Data Centre infrastructure. They carry the energy needed to power racks, cooling, lighting, emergency systems, CPUs, GPUs, and most other equipment in a Data Centre (DC). It is critical that your DC is built with high quality cables, enhanced with specific properties, and our
IMasons Dragon’s Den
IMasons Dragons’ Den: three high-potential startups pitch to a panel of industry leader “dragons” in a fast, engaging hour. Each founder delivers a concise vision, tackles tough questions, and shares go-to market plans. Panel feedback spotlight practical innovation for data centres, with immediate takeaways and connections, plus mentoring opportunities. This fast-paced, high-energy session brings together
Powerduct Pro – Redefining Busduct Trunking Technology
In today’s rapidly evolving energy and infrastructure landscape, the demand for reliable, efficient, and safe power distribution has never been greater. RST Power Distribution’s Powerduct Pro Series sets a new benchmark in busduct trunking systems, delivering cutting-edge engineering, uncompromising safety, and exceptional performance for industrial, commercial, and data-centre applications. Advanced Housing Design At the core
Data Centres: A Cornerstone of Ireland’s Foreign Direct Investment and Economic Growth – A view from Jason O’Conaill, Industry Expert
Ireland has positioned itself as a key global hub for technology, with data centres forming a critical component of its strategy to attract Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). Major digital companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, and Google have invested heavily in Irish data infrastructure, underscoring Ireland’s role in supporting the global digital economy. The upcoming DataCentres
Finning to showcase power solutions and address sustainability at DataCentres Ireland
Finning UK & Ireland, the world’s largest dealer of Cat® equipment and power solutions, will address sustainability challenges at the upcoming DataCentres Ireland event, leading discussions on sustainable power solutions for the data centre industry. The event will take place on November 20-21 at the Royal Dublin Society (RDS) in Dublin, Ireland. Graham Scandrett, Electric Power
Customised cabling and connector solutions
HARTING design and manufacture connectorised cable assemblies, which distribute power from the data centre’s Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) to the Power Distribution Units (PDUs), a streamlined process which reduces costs and improves profitability. These assemblies consist of a cable between one or two connector hoods. Inside the connector is an insert or multiple inserts where
Connector selection can improve energy efficiency by up to 50%
Energy costs can account for more than 50% of the total operating expenses of a data centre, so one important challenge is to improve the energy efficiency of its infrastructure. To calculate the exact effect of power usage from connectors in data centres, HARTING has compared the power consumption of three different connector solutions in
Everest Technical Services Unveils Fresh New Look with Revamped Website
Dublin, Ireland 18/10/24 – Everest Technical Services is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, now live at everestltd.ie. As our company continues to grow and evolve, this refreshed online platform reflects our ongoing commitment to providing high-quality, customer-focused solutions in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. The revamped site features
Reliable, energy efficient connectivity solutions for data centres
The worldwide data centre market is experiencing explosive year-on-year growth as our reliance on remote working, AI and the Internet of Things increases at a staggering rate. In addition, the changes to our working lives have meant that businesses and individuals need reliable access to data to allow them to embrace flexible ways of working.
Farleng Engineering Limited Announces Leadership Transition
Farleng Engineering Limited, a leading steel fabrication company based in Lucan, County Dublin, is pleased to announce the retirement of its Founder, John Farley. John has been a pivotal figure in the company’s success and growth since its formation in 1999. The management and entire team at Farleng Engineering wish him well as he transitions
Jeremias Revolutionizes the Industry with the unique DataFlue System at DC IRELAND 2024
Summary: Jeremias introduces its innovative “DataFlue System” at DC IRELAND 2024, showcasing its leadership in exhaust systems for data centers. This system is the world’s most widely installed prefabricated exhaust pipe system, featuring high-pressure tightness up to 15,000 Pa and a 25-year corrosion warranty. Jeremias Revolutionizes the Industry with the unique DataFlue System at DC
BP Multipage and PageOne become Critico
Critico is the product of a unique vision. Two great companies, PageOne and BP Multipage, now working together as one. In March we re-branded as Critico, this re-brand is not just a change in name; it’s a reflection of our dedication to innovation and progress. We remain committed to delivering the same level of excellence
AVK’s #PoweredByPeople Campaign: Tackling the Data Centre Skills Shortage
The data centre industry plays a crucial role in powering the global digital economy, but with rapid growth comes the challenge of a widening skills shortage. Industry data highlights the urgent need for more skilled professionals, as demand far outpaces the talent pool available. At AVK, we see this as an opportunity to lead by
A new brand for our future-focused business.
Today, we’re extremely excited to launch AVK’s refreshed brand to the world. We’ve developed a modern, flexible, digital-first brand that captures the spirit of where we are today and where our business is headed. In December 1989, our founding partners saw an innovative rotary UPS at the Hanover fair. It was made by a family-run
Relinea Recognised for Excellence at Irish Exporters Association Awards
Relinea is delighted to announce that we were shortlisted for the prestigious All-Island Trade Award at the Irish Exporters Association Awards, which took place last Friday. This recognition is a significant milestone for us, as it highlights our outstanding achievements in enhancing trade and economic cooperation between Ireland and Northern Ireland. While we didn’t take home the
Multi-academy trust saves over £300k with refurbished Network and Server overhaul
Introduction An IT Manager who works for a multi-academy trust responsible for the IT infrastructure of six schools approached Intelligent Servers when he was tasked with a large infrastructure overhaul project. The project included replacing the entire fibre and copper Network Switch infrastructure as well as upgrading all of the current Server infrastructure. “I was
Keeping the world connected through lockdown. Intelligent Servers supplies 128 Blade Servers to video conferencing company
Introduction As the coronavirus lockdown in March 2020 led to a surge in video calls, video conferencing companies around the world urgently required more data centre infrastructure and bandwidth to deal with the influx of conference calls. This is where the quality, speed and technical knowledge of Intelligent Servers benefited one video conferencing company that
How standardisation for data centres can reduce costs and speed up time-to-market
As we become more reliant on storing and accessing data, it’s essential that data centres and their IT infrastructure run as smoothly and efficiently as possible and any system failures are repaired quickly. Join experts from the HARTING Technology Group, Delta Energy Systems and ZVK GmbH on Wednesday 17th January 2024 for an informative live








































