Live Data Centre Cleaning Without Shutdown
Zero-downtime ISO environmental decontamination executed in active server halls while maintaining 100% operational uptime and service continuity.
High-Risk Live Decontamination
Operational data centers cannot afford scheduled shutdowns for routine environmental cleaning. In this mission-critical facility, accumulated subfloor debris, zinc whiskers, and airborne particulates posed thermal and short-circuit risks to active compute clusters.
The requirement demanded comprehensive subfloor, rack exterior, and overhead tray decontamination with strict protocols to avoid electrostatic discharge (ESD) or fire suppression triggers.
ESD-Safe Zero-Disruption Protocol
DCS deployed certified cleanroom technicians equipped with ULPA/HEPA filtered extraction units, grounded ESD-safe vacuums, and non-conductive apparatus:
- Zoned Isolation: Maintained cold-aisle static pressurization throughout.
- Grounded Equipment: Strict grounding of vacuums and personnel wristbands.
- Live Particle Tracking: Real-time laser counters ensuring zero particulate migration.
- Subfloor Extraction: Eradication of zinc whiskers and concrete dust beneath active tiles.
Certified ISO Class 8 with Zero Outages
The project achieved 100% mission success with zero alarms, zero dropped network packets, and zero facility downtime. Full post-cleaning particle testing verified compliance with ISO 14644-1 standards.
The facility management received an audit-ready compliance certificate and a proactive ongoing maintenance roadmap.