RACA Journal I February 2024 17
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Top : CRAH in passage .
Bottom : The growth of data centres has created special opportunities for the application of dry-type transformers .
HiRef develops and tests all its software in-house , adding a layer of proprietary control philosophy . The control system is the brains behind the cooling units , contributing to efficiency , safety and overall system effectiveness .
HiRef offers ‘ HiNode ’, an energy management system designed to offer full visibility , management and optimisation of cooling system operations . It complements building management systems ( BMS ) by focusing specifically on the cooling system ’ s efficiency , offering a comprehensive approach to energy management , and acting as a more sophisticated layer that manages and optimises the cooling system ’ s energy usage . Migliore notes that there ’ s a high level of security at data centres , to protect privacy and the information stored therein ; strict access control protocols are exercised to restrict access from outsiders , and even technicians require prior accreditation . This is an indicator of the critical nature of the operations within . Even some banks ’ data centres maintain a low profile , opting not to brand their buildings . “ These measures are not only to
RACA Journal I February 2024 17