Leviton solutions connected fiber cable from the main distribution area (MDA) to middle-of-row cabinets, and then connected the fiber or copper cable that routed to adjacent customer equipment, ensuring 10Gbps throughout the facility.
The Challenge
An ICT provider in Canada was primarily focused on infrastructure for its hosting business, until it realized that moving to virtualization would allow it to become more energy efficient. The company built several small data centers, experimenting with ways to improve power and cooling efficiency, until it decided to set its sights on a more ambitious project. Partnering with a multinational technology company, our client sought to create a 30,000 square foot colocation data center, with state-of-theart infrastructure that would allow it to be both scalable and modular.
- The client sought partnership with a network solutions provider who could deliver quality product on a tight schedule.
- The client was also sustainability-minded, wanting to minimize their carbon footprint with an environmentally-conscious data center model.
The Solution
As the client underwent a thorough vendor evaluation process, a Vancouver-based manufacturers’ representative recommended Leviton products for the project’s network infrastructure. Key stakeholders in the project took a tour of Leviton Network Solutions’ headquarters outside Seattle, Washington, to see the manufacturing process. Seeing the products made first-hand was a key factor in their decision to choose Leviton, as well as the products’ quality, strong logistics support, and experienced people.
The client chose Leviton to provide all fiber and copper connectivity (as well as cable management) for its new 30,000 square foot facility.
The client also relied on Leviton to fulfill unique needs for nonstandard equipment and make-to-order products. For example, Leviton was able to design trunks based on the client’s specific needs, customizing them by staggering, pairing, and length.
At the same time, because Leviton products are custom-configurable, there is minimal onsite waste and excess raw materials, an important feature that supported the client’s green efforts.
Leviton experts also helped design the new data centers’ network infrastructure, partnering with the client’s representatives to assist with the layout of cable pathways. The client articulated afterwards that our ability to work directly with its representatives on problem-solving and design assistance was critical, and that the project strongly benefited from our direct, on-site support.
The Impact
The client’s new data center quickly established a reputation for being on the cutting-edge, utilizing clean hydroelectric power, innovative power and cooling efficiencies, and modular, enclosed server areas. The company plans to add 90,000 square feet to its facility and has expanded its cloud services due to increasing demand.
As customer needs change and the data center grows, the client continues to rely on us for ongoing assistance with infrastructure changes and additions, delivering the services customers require.
Learn more about Leviton’s data center experience.