Indectron (Shield House) Data Center

Indectron offers premium, carrier-neutral colocation technical space designed to serve a diverse range of sectors, including government, healthcare, media, and enterprise. Positioned as a protected environment for critical systems, the facility acts as a high-security bridge between physical data and global networks. By maintaining a carrier-neutral stance, Indectron ensures that clients have the flexibility to connect with a wide array of network and cloud service providers without being locked into a single vendor.

Situated in Barnwood, Gloucester, the Shield House GCR1 data centre benefits from excellent logistical links to major cities like Bristol, Birmingham, Swindon, and Oxford via the nearby motorway network. The facility is located within a high-quality business park that is rapidly evolving into the United Kingdom’s primary hub for cyber security. This location is particularly significant given the region's deep-rooted communications security heritage, making it an ideal anchor for organizations prioritizing data integrity.

The technical infrastructure of Shield House is built to support high-density computing with a total fully built-out power capacity of 1.5 MW. The facility spans 1,858 sq. m. of whitespace, providing ample room for scalable operations. Efficiency is a core component of its design, reflected in a Power Usage Effectiveness PUE of 1.2, which indicates an intelligent environmental design that minimizes energy waste while supporting intense computational loads.

Reliability is hard-coded into the facility’s DNA through a Tier 3 design and certification. The infrastructure utilizes 2N UPS redundancy alongside N+1 redundancy for both cooling and standby power systems. These layers of protection ensure that the data centre remains operational even during equipment maintenance or unforeseen failures. To complement this physical resilience, Indectron provides 24x7x365 helpdesk and remote hands services to address technical needs at any hour.

Indectron provides a versatile range of space configurations to meet different organizational scales and privacy requirements. Clients can choose from full or partial cabinets, shared rackspace, or more private options such as dedicated cages and suites. For organizations with specific spatial requirements, the facility offers footprints and expandable whitespace, allowing businesses to grow their infrastructure within the same purpose-built, sole-tenant construction environment.

Security at Shield House is managed through a multi-layered approach that combines physical and digital safeguards. The site is monitored by constant CCTV surveillance and is bolstered by onsite security staff available 24/7. Furthermore, the facility adheres to strict international standards and industry certifications, including ISO27001 Information Security, ISO9001 Quality Management, ISO50001 Energy Management, and DSS PCI compliance for secure financial data handling.

Beyond its technical racks, the facility serves as a collaborative ecosystem with a dedicated Meet-Me-Room MMR and access to five peering networks. The site is designed to be more than just a server farm; it includes professional amenities such as conference rooms and office space for client use. With two existing tenants offering colocation services, the facility fosters a robust environment for technical synergy while maintaining the high-tier standards required for modern digital infrastructure.