Data Center Fire Simulation
Fire safety in data centers
Our know-how is unique! We simulate fire outbreaks in data centers.
- Study of thermal plumes
- Validation of maximum air temperature at equipment inlet
- Selection of equipment adapted to climatic conditions
- Study of critical failure scenarios
- Identification of bypass and recirculation air flows
- Generator impact study
- Validation of installation layout
- Optimizing placement and control of air handling systems
- Tailor-made solutions
Fire safety in data centers
Fire safety challenges in data centers
At EOLIOS Ingénierie, we fully understand the importance of adequate fire protection in data centers. We work closely with our customers to develop integrated fire safety systems that meet the specific needs of their facilities.
One of the main concerns in data centers is fire prevention. Electrical and electronic equipment can generate heat which, combined with poor ventilation, can lead to fire hazards. That’s why it’s essential to set up efficient cooling systems andoptimize fire detection and fire-fighting resources.
Fire breaks out on a processor
Strategic design methods for fire safety
Fire safety engineering in data centers is based on strategic and rigorous design, taking into account potential risks and ensuring appropriate prevention, detection and extinguishing measures. Particular attention is paid to the protection of racks, computer rooms, connections and cooling elements.
Asexperts in fluid mechanics, we are fully aware of the unique fire safety challenges faced by data centers. These facilities househuge quantities of sensitive electronic equipment, requiring a specific fire safety approach to protect data, operations and critical IT infrastructure.
Using SDS simulation in fire safety engineering
Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) software presentation
Simulation of smoke propagation in the event of a data center fire
Analysis of key parameters in SDS simulation
FDS simulation can be used to analyze fire detection times, smoke propagation rates, temperature, visibility and other essential parameters.
Using detailed models based on the laws of physics and specific data on materials, equipment and fire safety systems, engineers can obtain accurate predictions of fire behavior and assess the effectiveness of the safety measures in place.
Study of temperature rise during a fire outbreak
Optimizing fire detection and fire-fighting systems with digital twins
With FDS simulation, engineers can test different configurations of detection and suppression systems, optimizing their efficiency and selecting the best options for each situation. This helps toidentify potential weaknesses, measure the impact of infrastructure modifications and make informed fire safety decisions.
EOLIOS Ingénierie's expertise in fire safety engineering for data centers
Experience and skills in SDS simulation for data centers
Our team offire safety engineering experts has extensive experience in using FDS simulation to design customized fire safety systems for data centers. We are able to carry out comprehensive analyses,identify risks and propose appropriate solutions to protect facilities and ensure business continuity.
Comprehensive risk analysis and customized solutions for data center security
At EOLIOS Ingénierie, we are committed to providing high-quality fire safety engineering services and implementing best practices to ensure data center safety. With our expertise, commitment to innovation and use ofadvanced tools such as FDS simulation, we are ready to tackle the most complex challenges and help our customers maintain safe and efficient data center environments.”
Consideration of air velocities induced by servers and air-conditioning systems
We are constantly at the forefront of innovation in data center fire safety engineering. We strive to use the most advanced tools, such as FDS simulation, to ensure safe and efficient data center environments. Our commitment to innovation enables us to offer customized solutions tailored to our customers’ needs.
EOLIOS Ingénierie's expertise in fire safety engineering for data centers
Introduction to SDS simulation in data center digital twins
An FDS (Fire Dynamics Simulator) simulation is a technique used in data center digital twins to assess the fire safety of the facility. A digital twin is a virtual representation of a real system, in this case a data center. It is used to simulate and analyze fire and smoke behavior in the data center, in order to predict fire scenarios andoptimize the design of fire safety systems.
Operating principles of SDS simulation in data center digital twins
In the context of a digital data center twin, FDS simulation virtually reproduces fires. It uses mathematical models based on the principles of fluid mechanics to simulate fire propagation, smoke generation, heat production, gas dispersion and interactions with the environment.
Thanks to these simulations, engineers can predict how a fire would spread in different areas of the data center, assess the consequences for critical equipment and systems, and identify the most effective safety measures and detection and extinguishing devices.
SDS simulation can also be used tooptimize ventilation and cooling systems to minimize the risk of fire and ensure adequate smoke evacuation, helping to reduce potential damage to equipment and infrastructure.
Use real data for accurate, realistic results in MSDS simulation
Using real data from the data center, such as rack layout, building materials, cooling systems and fire detection and suppression devices, FDS simulation generates accurate and realistic results. This enables engineers to make informed decisions on the necessary safety features and mitigation measures to be put in place to prevent fires and minimize damage in the event of survival.
Simulation of temperature rise - fire detection study
Why simulate a data center fire?
Fire safety assessment and optimization
FDS simulation in a digital data center twin is a powerful tool for assessing and optimizing fire safety. It enables engineers to take proactive measures to protect critical facilities, data and operations, while ensuring optimal business continuity.
Make informed decisions to protect critical facilities, data and operations
Thanks to FDS simulation, engineers can make informed decisions about the necessary safety features and mitigation measures to be implemented in data centers. This minimizes the risk of fire, protects facilities andensures the security of critical data and operations.
What are the benefits of data center fire safety?
Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) offers a multitude of advantages for assessing fire safety in data centers. Here is a list of the main advantages of using FDS simulation in this context:
- Predicting fire behavior: FDS simulation enables the prediction of fire behavior, including fire spread, smoke generation, heat production and gas dispersion. This enables engineers to better understand potential fire scenarios in the data center.
- Fire safety assessment: Using real data from the data center, FDS simulation enables the effectiveness of existing or proposed fire safety measures to be assessed. It helps identify areas at risk and optimize the design of detection, extinguishing and ventilation systems.
- Optimization of detection and extinguishing systems: FDS simulation can be used to test different configurations of detection and extinguishing systems to determine their effectiveness in detecting and suppressing data center fires. Detection times can be determined as a function of the systems installed. This makes it possible to optimize safety devices and choose the best options for each situation.
- Evaluation of fire protection measures: SDS simulation can be used to assess the effectiveness of mitigation measures such as smoke evacuation systems, water mist systems and automatic gas extinguishing systems. This helps minimize fire risks, reduce potential damage and ensure safe evacuation in the event of a fire.
- Equipment impact analysis: FDS simulation enables you to analyze the impact of fires on critical data center equipment, such as servers, cables and cooling systems. This enables vulnerabilities to be identified and measures to be taken to strengthen equipment resilience to fire.
- Cost savings: FDS simulation helps to optimize the design of fire safety systems by identifying the most efficient devices, which can lead to long-term cost savings. It also helps avoid financial losses due to fire damage.
- Informed decision-making: Using FDS simulation, engineers have accurate, realistic data to make informed fire safety decisions. This leads to more robust fire prevention and response strategies, and improved data center resilience.
Using FDS simulation, EOLIOS Ingénierie is able to provide superior fire safety engineering services, maximizing the safety and resilience of data centers in the face of potentially devastating fires.
Simulation of temperature rise during a fire outbreak - fire detection study
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CFD engineering for data centers
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Thermal storage study
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External CFD simulation for data center
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Thermal study of technical premises
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Urban heat island impact study for data centers
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Audit, diagnosis and 3D modeling of existing data centers
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Designing your data center’s digital twin
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Energy optimization and PUE calculation for data centers
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Commissioning: study and CFD modeling of load benches
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Data center engineering
Initially created in France, EOLIOS Ingénierie is the benchmark thermal and aeraulic simulation consultancy for data centers in Europe and worldwide. The company supports operators, designers and project owners at every stage in the life of a data center: design, optimization, renovation or extension.
By combining cutting-edge scientific expertise, state-of-the-art simulation tools and in-depth knowledge of the data center ecosystem, EOLIOS Ingénierie is a trusted partner for ensuring the availability, security and energy performance of IT infrastructures, while anticipating sustainability issues.
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