AtlasEdge (ZRH001) Data Center

The Zurich, Altstetten facility is a Tier III data centre in Switzerland, conveniently located just 13km from the nearest major airport and 1.5km from a railway connection. It provides over 2,500 m² of total data centre space, with 1,500 m² currently live. The facility is managed by a dedicated team that is responsible for all mechanical and electrical infrastructure, capacity management, security, and energy procurement, offering clients a single point of contact and 24/7 service. The data centre operates under an ITIL-based service management methodology, ensuring consistent and efficient service delivery.

The facility boasts a robust power provision with a Total Power provision of 4MW, and 3MW currently live. Power is supplied via a centralised N+N UPS system with 0 minute battery autonomy and dedicated, diverse routed power distribution to each data hall. Standby power redundancy is N+1, supported by a significant 72 hour fuel capacity available for the site at full load, ensuring high reliability. A range of power connectivity options are available per rack, supporting various client needs.

While specific details on the cooling system itself (like cooling technology or capacity) are not explicitly provided, the overall design emphasises high levels of reliability and resilience inherent in a Tier III facility. The UPS redundancy is 2N and the Standby Power Redundancy is N+1, both contributing significantly to the overall infrastructure redundancy and the mitigation of potential downtime. The facility is purpose-built with a raised floor construction type.

The Zurich, Altstetten facility is committed to service excellence and high standards, as evidenced by its various certifications. It is certified under ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), and ISO 27001 (Information Security Management). The focus on efficient service delivery and compliance with ISO 14001 highlights a commitment to environmental responsibility. Furthermore, the facility has no flood risk designation by the Environmental Agency, mitigating a key environmental risk.

Security is maintained 24/7 with onsite physical coverage both internally and externally. Access is strictly controlled through a high perimeter fencing, comprehensive CCTV surveillance, access control systems linked directly to Colt, and photo badge access systems. The facility is ISO 27001 certified, underscoring its commitment to information security. For fire safety, the facility uses an Automatic Firesuppression system, specifically a Gas suppression system.

The facility operates on a carrier-neutral model, giving customers flexibility in choosing their network providers. It also supports alternate carrier routing where feasible and as requested by the customer, ensuring robust and diverse network paths. It offers connectivity to 4 Peering networks.

The facility offers a variety of service options for clients, including Full Cabinets, Partial Cabinets, Shared Rackspace, Cages, and Suites Footprints. Additional operational support is available through Remote Hands services. Furthermore, Office Space is also provided on site.