The conversation highlights the significant differences between hyperscale and edge data centers, particularly in terms of scale and investment.
Hyperscale data centers, which can be extremely large, require substantial resources, while edge data centers are smaller, typically under 10 megawatts.
Joshua Feinberg emphasizes the critical decisions needed in materials handling for these data centers, especially considering safety, efficiency, and avoiding social issues and workforce injuries as density increases.
This video is excerpted from the podcast Ep. #58 Pierre Ellow, BDM Business Development Manager Data Centre of Pronomic Data Center | Data Center Go-to-Market Podcast.
Action Items
- Safely, quickly, and expeditiously handle materials and equipment to avoid any social problems or injuries to the workforce as the density increases.
- Adapt to the market and be closer to the market.
Outline
Hyperscale vs. Edge Data Center Capacity
- Pierre Ellow emphasizes the significant scale differences between hyperscale and edge data centers.
- Hyperscale data centers can be massive, with some reaching up to 300 megawatts of power.
- Edge data centers, in contrast, are much smaller, typically ranging from four to five megawatts.
- The size and investment required for hyperscale data centers are substantially larger than those for edge data centers.
Challenges in Material Handling for Data Centers
- Highlights the complexities of materials handling in data centers.
- The need for safe and efficient materials handling becomes crucial as data center density increases.
- Ensuring expeditious and proper materials handling is essential to avoid social issues and workplace injuries.
- The conversation underscores the importance of adapting materials handling practices to the specific needs of different data center sizes.
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