Germany is experiencing one of Europe’s fastest data-centre growth cycles, with multi-billion-euro investments from Google, AWS, Microsoft, and Schwarz Group. In this high-stakes environment, advanced protection relays are essential to ensure stable, uninterrupted power for mission-critical IT and cooling systems. Germany already has around 500 of data-centre facilities from the main spot Frankfurt to Brandenburg. For transformers, motors, feeders and backup power in data centers, ICE’s ultra-fast 2 ms trip time delivers best-in-class protective performance!
Advanced Protection Relays for Data Centers
Modern data centers demand uninterrupted power, high redundancy and maximum electrical reliability. ICE protection relays provide fast, precise protection for the entire power chain — ensuring stable operation 24/7.
Why Protective ICE Relays Are Ideal for Data Centers
- Ultra-fast fault detection (2 ms) to prevent equipment damage and IT downtime
- Comprehensive transformer & motor protection for UPS systems, cooling units, pumps and backup power distribution
- IEC 61850 integration for modern BMS/SCADA architectures
- High accuracy and stability under fluctuating loads
- Event recording & AI diagnostics for predictive maintenance and fault prevention
Typical Data Center Applications
- MV/HV transformer protection
- Generator and UPS interface protection
- Cooling systems (motors, chillers, pumps, HVAC)
- Busbar and feeder protection
- Power distribution unit (PDU) monitoring
Switchgear for data centres
Specialised Services Offered for Data Centers
We support data centers in Germany with specialised power-protection services designed to maintain continuous uptime, ensure electrical stability, and meet the strict requirements of hyperscale, colocation and enterprise facilities.
1. Power Protection Engineering
- Design and selection of transformer and motor protection relays
- Protection concepts for UPS systems, generators and MV substations
- Arc-flash risk assessment and fault-current analysis
- Redundancy design for Tier III / Tier IV architectures
2. Data Center Electrical Integration
- IEC 61850 integration with BMS/SCADA
- Automation and interlocking logic for critical loads
- Monitoring of cooling systems, pumps and chillers
- Integration into PDUs, switchgear and backup power chains
3. Retrofit & Modernization Projects
- Upgrade from legacy relays to digital, multi-function protection
- Replacement of outdated motor protection on cooling/HVAC units
- Modernization of MV/HV transformer protection
- Expansion support for new datacenter halls or higher rack density
4. Installation & Commissioning
- On-site commissioning of protection relays
- Trip testing, relay coordination, and end-to-end GOOSE testing
- Verification of UPS/Generator interfaces
- Full documentation for tier certification and audits
5. Monitoring, Testing & Diagnostics
- Waveform analysis and fault-event interpretation
- Thermal trend monitoring for transformers and motors
- Early-warning diagnostics for critical cooling equipment
- Continuous validation of backup power performance
6. 24/7 Reliability & Maintenance Support
- Preventive maintenance for protection devices
- Firmware and cybersecurity updates
- Remote troubleshooting and emergency response
- Service contracts tailored for high-availability environments
7. Training for Data Center Teams
- Power systems and protection fundamentals
- Relay configuration and event analysis
- IEC 61850 operation and fault response
- Custom modules for facility managers and operators
With ICE, data centers achieve maximum uptime, safer operations, reduced maintenance costs and full transparency of their electrical infrastructure.
