Facility Description:
Equinix operates one of its key data center campuses within the iconic Infomart building in Dallas, Texas. The Infomart is a large, multi-tenant technology hub originally completed in 1985 and spans over 1.6 million square feet. Equinix’s data center presence within the Infomart includes multiple facilities, offering colocation, interconnection, and cloud services to a wide range of clients. The data centers are equipped with advanced infrastructure, including robust cooling systems with a total cooling capacity of approximately 15,000 tons. The facility is designed to ensure high availability, energy efficiency, and the scalability required by modern digital enterprises. Equinix plays a critical role in the global internet infrastructure, providing essential services to cloud providers, financial institutions, and content delivery networks.
Timberlake & Dickson Scope:
Timberlake & Dickson has been responsible for furnishing multiple types of equipment for this facility throughout the years to meet the specific performance requirements of the facility, including Evapco cooling towers, and domestic water pressure booster systems. Additionally, scopes of work have included training key personnel on operation and maintenance, providing all necessary documentation, and ensuring a smooth handover, all aimed at enhancing the facility’s operating efficiency and reliability.
Notable facts:
Equinix purchased the Infomart building in 2018 from ASB Real Estate Investments for $800 million. This acquisition allowed Equinix to solidify its presence as the primary operator within the iconic technology hub, further expanding its data center footprint and interconnection services in the Dallas market. The Infomart continues to be a significant site for Equinix, housing multiple data centers and serving as a major hub for internet traffic and data exchange.
