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Manchester Data Centres (DC6, DC7, DC13)

Tier 2 Facilities

High-Performance Infrastructure in the Heart of the North

Our Manchester Data Centres, consisting of Turing House (DC6), Reynolds House (DC7), and our Trafford-based facility (DC13), offer robust dual-site and triple-site redundancy options in one of the UK’s most important digital hubs.

Strategically located near key transport links and designed with advanced infrastructure, these facilities are built to support high-demand, resilient data solutions for businesses throughout the North and beyond. 

Each facility offers unique strengths, tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses in the North and beyond.

Key Highlights 

Turing House (DC6)

  • Strategic Location: Situated within Manchester’s dynamic business hub, our 300m², tier 2 facility benefits from easy access via the M60 and Manchester Piccadilly station, making it ideal for businesses requiring close connectivity.
  • Power Resilience: Features dual 11,000-volt and 6.6kV power supplies with N+1 UPS systems and backup generators, ensuring uninterrupted power for mission-critical operations.
  • Advanced Connectivity: Equipped with diverse fibre entry points and direct peering with key exchanges like LINX and Equinix, DC6 delivers high-speed, low-latency connectivity. 

  • 2 x diverse fibre routing into the Data Centre via multiple carriers 
  • Cross Connection to several Tier 1 carriers 
  • Direct peering interconnection to London LINX, Telehouse and Equinix facilities 
  • Direct private Fibre links to DC7 
  • Truncated internal cable network 
  • ODF / DDF (Optical Distribution Frame / Digital Distribution Frame) bandwidth 
  • Internal inventory systems track all cables, circuits and cross-connects 
  • Scalable architecture including multiple redundant core switches and routers

  • 1 x 500kVA 11000volt power supply into the site 
  • 1 x 570kVA generator 
  • 5 x 160kVA UPS plus battery backup systems 
  • Generator can operate on full occupancy for an initial 24 hours 
  • Fuel replacement contract with multiple suppliers delivering a 10-hour SLA 
  • PUE – 1.5

  • N+1 redundant Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) system 
  • Fully redundant air handling units provide constant fresh airflow 
  • 10kW/m² cooling density 
  • Controlled Environment – room temperature 24°C +/- 2°C 

  • BT 
  • CenturyLink 
  • Gamma 
  • The Loop 
  • Vodafone (Cable & Wireless) 
  • SSE 
  • Zayo

  • 24-hour on-site Network Operations Centre (NOC) 
  • 10 plus staff on-site during key working hours 
  • Out of hours – approx. 2 staff supported by Group UK-wide NOC in Glasgow

  • Data Centre is manned and monitored on a 24 x 7 x 365 basis 
  • No external indication of the use of the facility 
  • Data hall access requires a Proximity Card 
  • Internal and external CCTV systems – 90 days recording in line with PCI DSS 
  • Security breach alarms 
  • Dual-zone fire detection equipped with FM200 Gas Fire suppression system 
  • VESDA system located throughout the Data Centre 
  • Double knock system, which ensures that it takes 2 alerts to trigger activation 
  • Fire alarm buttons are located at each access and egress point 
  • Activation does not affect critical power to the data halls 
  • Under-floor leak detection

Key Highlights 

Reynolds House (DC7)

  • Enhanced Redundancy:Part of Iomart’s dual-site configuration with DC6, this 300m², tier 2 facility offers robust data protection and continuity for clients with high uptime demands.
  • Scalable Infrastructure: Built with flexible ODF/DDF systems and redundant core switches to support growing businesses and evolving technological needs.
  • Environmental Efficiency: Operates at a PUE of 1.5, integrating N+1 CRAC cooling systems and advanced energy management to reduce operational costs. 

  • 2 x diverse fibre routing into the Data Centre via multiple carriers 
  • Cross Connection to several Tier 1 carriers 
    Direct peering interconnection to London LINX, Telehouse and Equinix facilities 
  • Direct private Fibre to DC6 
  • Truncated internal cable network 
  • ODF / DDF (Optical Distribution Frame / Digital Distribution Frame) bandwidth 
  • Internal inventory systems track all cables, circuits and cross-connects 
  • Scalable architecture including multiple redundant core switches and routers

  • 1 x 500kVA power supply from building Energy Centre 
  • 2 x 2MVA generator for building 
  • 5 x 100kW UPS 
  • Generator can operate on full occupancy for an initial 24 hours 
  • Fuel replacement contract with multiple suppliers delivering a 10-hour SLA 
  • PUE – 1.5

  • N+1 redundant Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) system 
  • Fully redundant air handling units provide constant fresh airflow 
  • 10kW/m² cooling density 
  • Controlled Environment – room temperature 24°C +/- 2°C

  • BT 
  • CenturyLink 
  • Gamma 
  • The Loop 
  • Vodafone (Cable & Wireless) 
  • SSE 
  • Zayo

  • 24-hour on-site Network Operations Centre (NOC) 
  • 10 plus staff on-site during key working hours 
  • Out of hours – approx. 2 staff supported by Group UK-wide NOC in Glasgow

  • Data Centre is manned and monitored on a 24 x 7 x 365 basis 
  • No external indication of the use of the facility 
  • Secure 3-metre-high perimeter fence 
  • Access controls at all pedestrian and vehicle access points 
  • Data centre and hall access requires Proximity Card 
  • Internal and external CCTV systems – 90 days recording in line with PCI DSS 
  • Security breach alarms 
  • Dual zone fire detection equipped with FM200 Gas Fire suppression system 
  • VESDA system located throughout the Data Centre 
  • Double knock system which ensures that it takes 2 alerts to trigger activation 
  • Fire alarm buttons are located at each access and egress point 
  • Activation does not affect critical power to the data halls 
  • Under floor leak detection

Key Highlights 

Trafford Facility (DC13)

  • Triple-Site Redundancy: DC13 is a 540m², tier 2 purpose-built facility that, alongside DC6 and DC7, offers a comprehensive triple-site solution for businesses prioritising the highest levels of resilience and disaster recovery.
  • Power and Backup Excellence: Supports full load with 4 x 1MVA generators and additional 450kVA backup, ensuring seamless operation even during prolonged outages.
  • Unmatched Security: Utilises multi-layered protocols, including Proximity Card access, dual-zone fire detection, FM200 gas suppression, and discrete external design for added client privacy. 

  • 2 x diverse fibre routing into the Data Centre via multiple carriers 
  • Cross Connection to several Tier 1 carriers 
  • Direct peering interconnection to London LINX, Telehouse and Equinix facilities 
  • Truncated internal cable network 
  • ODF / DDF (Optical Distribution Frame / Digital Distribution Frame) bandwidth 
  • Scalable architecture including multiple redundant core switches and routers 
  • PUE – 1.5

  • 1 x 1MVA – 6.6kV power supply into the site 
  • 2x 450kVA generator 
  • 4x 200 kVA UPS plus battery backup systems 
  • Generator can operate on full occupancy for an initial 24 hours 
  • Fuel replacement contract with multiple suppliers delivering a 10-hour SLA

  • N+1 redundant Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) system 
  • 10kW/m² cooling density 
  • Controlled Environment – room temperature 24°C +/- 2°C

  • BT 
  • CenturyLink 
  • Gamma 
  • Hurricane Electric 
  • SSE 
  • The Loop 
  • Vodafone (Cable & Wireless) 
  • Zayo

  • 24-hour on-site Network Operations Centre (NOC) 
  • 2 plus staff on site during key working hours 
  • Out of hours – approx. 2 staff supported by Group UK wide NOC in Glasgow

  • Data Centre is manned and monitored on a 24 x 7 x 365 basis 
  • No external indication of the use of the facility 
  • Data hall access requires Proximity Card 
  • Internal and external CCTV systems – 90 days recording in line with PCI DSS 
  • Security breach alarms 
  • Dual zone fire detection equipped with Gas Fire suppression system 
  • VESDA system located throughout the Data Centre 
  • Double knock system which ensures that it takes 2 alerts to trigger activation 
  • Fire alarm buttons are located at each access and egress point 
  • Activation does not affect critical power to the data halls 
  • Under floor leak detection

Our Manchester Data Centres Certifications

  • Accreditation Badges PNG ISO 9001
    ISO 9001
  • Accreditation Badges PNG ISO 27001
    ISO 27001
  • Accreditation Badges PNG ISO 22301
    ISO 22301
  • Accreditation Badges PNG ISO 50001
    ISO 50001
  • Accreditation Badges PNG Pcj DSS Certified
    PCI DSS Level 1
  • Accreditation Badges PNG Cyber Essentials
    Cyber Essentials

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