Equans & DATA4: A Long History of Driving Operational Excellence in Data Centers Across Europe

For over a decade, Equans Process Solutions (based in Milan) has been supporting DATA4 in the development of its data center campus in Milan, one of the most strategic in Europe. This partnership is built on cutting-edge technical expertise, a capacity for continuous innovation, and an unwavering operational commitment. From design to maintenance, we actively contribute to the performance, reliability, and sustainability of DATA4’s critical infrastructure, at the heart of the digital economy.

A Long-Term Presence and a Partnership Based on Trust

Since 2013, DATA4 has decided to establish a long-term presence in Italy, entrusting Equans Process Solutions with this task. Design and installation of technical systems: HVAC, fire suppression systems (sprinklers and water mist), smoke extraction, and sanitary and stormwater management. Today, as a trusted partner, we handle all maintenance for the campus. With a dedicated team on site 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, this partnership forms a unique organization in the data center sector in Italy.

Installation maintenance 24/7 sur le campus de Data Center à Milan

Human Expertise: The Driving Force Behind Operational Performance

The success of this partnership depends above all on the commitment and dedication of the teams. Their technical expertise, responsiveness in the field, and ability to collaborate effectively are key assets in an environment where service continuity and energy optimization are essential. In an industry where every second counts and every watt is measured, it is the men and women at Equans who ensure the reliability and performance of the infrastructure. Through high-performance solutions and expert execution, Equans reaffirms its role as the leading industrial partner for critical digital infrastructure in Europe.

Technical expertise for a complex construction project

Thanks to an integrated approach and recognized expertise, Equans Process Solutions supports DATA4 in the sector’s technological evolution by offering solutions that are increasingly efficient, sustainable, and innovative. The latest buildings incorporate cooling systems based on indirect free cooling and fluids with low climate impact.

Equans’ teams’ ability to reduce construction timelines is based on optimized structural design, off-site prefabrication, and rigorous planning. Every project presents an opportunity to improve processes, speed up delivery, and enhance quality, all while ensuring safety.

Project Statistics and Key Points:

people mobilized

months of construction for the first two buildings 10 MW

months of construction for the third building 10 MW

months of construction to complete the project 10 MW

30%

30% reduction in the estimated construction timeline

2 data centers

of 15 MW and one of 10 MW

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