In data center construction, schedule management is the most important factor for a successful project. Once the investment decision has been made, construction work must get underway quickly so that the facilities can be put into use as efficiently as possible. Parma’s data center solution addresses this need, significantly accelerating the start of construction projects.

Growing digitalization, the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence, and the increasing use of cloud services have boosted the need for new data centers in Europe and Finland. Construction companies are meeting this demand by increasingly utilizing precast concrete elements in the foundation, frame, wall, and floor structures of data centers. In addition, the infrastructure required by data centers increases the use of precast concrete elements in projects, for example, in protective ducts for cable runs.

Parma’s data center solution—CONSOLIS TecnyData—has been developed specifically to meet the demanding schedules of data center projects. At their fastest, Parma’s professionals can design and price a precast concrete frame option for a data center based on reference plans in as little as one week. It takes only a few weeks to move from finalized plans to product delivery. This requires efficient design collaboration, smooth decision-making, and precise coordination of production and logistics.

“Precast concrete elements offer a reliable solution for quick starts, which also shortens the overall construction time. Production of the elements can begin at the same time that earthwork and foundation work is being carried out on-site. This allows the different phases of construction to proceed in parallel rather than waiting for one another,” explains Satu Parikka, Sales Team Manager.

“Our fast delivery capability is based on an extensive network of factories and highly standardized production, designed for large and technically demanding construction projects. Once the project’s initial specifications are in order and the design is progressing on schedule, the first elements can be delivered to the job site very quickly,” Parikka explains.

“Prefabrication is also a sensible choice from a sustainability perspective. We have long been developing increasingly low-carbon products and solutions that can significantly reduce the carbon footprint of construction projects. Thanks to prefabricated element production, emission reductions can be achieved without extending construction site lead times. Furthermore, in factory production, material usage can be optimized more precisely than with traditional on-site techniques,” Parikka points out.

Parma’s data center deliveries can include additional services such as design and on-site services, ranging from installation to the casting of element joints. By involving Parma’s professional bid planning team early on, the project’s design solutions are optimized, ensuring smooth element production and on-time deliveries.

Read more about Parma’s data center solution here.