1. Structural Ecosystem for
Modular Data Centres
July 2016
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2. Tight stacking and racking of precision modules
reduces equipment footprint and cable length,
eliminates exposed interconnections and enhances
thermal management
3. Because the VectorBloc system makes it easy
to design and build inexpensive, stackable,
rackable modules of any transportable size
and load-carrying capacity, designers of
modular data centers are no longer limited by
the dimensions of an ISO container
4. The range of possible
VectorBloc module
configurations is endless
High-strength HSS is used
for frame construction,
delivering exceptional
rigidity
5. The VectorBloc
structural connector
delivers the strength
required for multi-
story, seismic
structures
and
the precision that
ensures interoperable
modules which
connect easily and
accurately at the site
6. High strength,
precision-
machined steel
castings include
connection points
that make it easy
to connect
modules to each
other and to
foundations, as
well as simplifying
the addition of
cladding, stairs,
etc.
7. Precision locating pins
and gusset plates
ensure accurate
vertical and horizontal
alignment of modules
Module
interconnection is
done from inside
the modules, so
groups of modules
are easily joined
with no space
between them.
Since access to the
outside is not
required, cladding
can be completely
factory installed and
modules ship
weather-tight
9. Once set in place,
the shackle is
removed and
modules are
joined laterally
with a gusset
plate
10. The gusset plate
is held down with
flat head screws,
locking the
modules
together, creating
a level setting
surface for the
next module, and
exposing the
locating pins
11. Each layer of
modules is
positioned within
.015” by the
precision-
machined
locating pin
17. Whether by
reverse
engineering or
starting from a
clean slate,
VectorBloc
designers create
customized,
easily-assembled
flat pack chassis
kits that suit
customer
equipment