Blue DC: Modular data centres

Start compact, expand purposefully and integrate local AI. Blue DC combines modular data centres with coordinated utilities and protection, from E and A to M and X.

Modular. Expandable. Thoughtfully designed.

With Blue DC, we develop data centres from compact IT safes to scalable data centre buildings. Businesses and public-sector clients receive modular infrastructure in which IT space, power, cooling and protection are designed together.

Your applications are the starting point: conventional enterprise IT, site connectivity or compute-intensive local AI. We align connection capacity, rack density and redundancy with your load profile and availability requirements. The technical configuration is defined alongside the scope of supply, services and any assessments against DIN EN 50600 or ISO/IEC 22237.

Patented cooling technology, planned heat reuse and coordinated controls create project-specific opportunities for optimisation. Energy and emissions effects are assessed for the specific configuration and intended operation. The modular design supports expansion in line with your actual needs.

Blue DC energy comparison: calculate the effect of PUE on your operating scenario.

Blue-DC-Konzept in Schwarzblau mit weißem High-Knowledge-Logo und Demo-Dashboard; beispielhafte Kennzahlen
Concept illustration. Dashboard values are examples; the configuration depends on the project.

Four models. One coordinated system.

From a compact IT site to a data centre building, with local AI alongside.

Konzeptvisualisierung: Blue DC E – Smart Essential

Blue DC E

Smart Essential

Compact micro data centres and IT-safe solutions for 1 to 6 IT racks and 6 to 70 kW connection capacity. Blue DC E can be designed as a single unit or a group of units. Location, utilities and environmental conditions are assessed before implementation.

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Konzeptvisualisierung: Blue DC A – Smart AI

Blue DC A

Smart AI

Local AI built on Blue DC E | Smart Essential. Blue DC A combines compact data centre infrastructure with a suitable AI platform: GPU systems, data integration, permissions and operations are designed together. The design scope covers up to six racks with direct-to-chip cooling.

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Konzeptvisualisierung: Blue DC M – Smart Modular

Blue DC M

Smart Modular

Modular data centres for 2 to 24 IT racks and 6 to 212 kW connection capacity per module. IT areas and dedicated technical modules can be combined as required. Foundations, installation and building integration are designed for the specific site.

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Konzeptvisualisierung: Blue DC X – Smart Building

Blue DC X

Smart Building

A scalable building concept starting at 24 IT racks, with project-specific connection capacities of up to 60 MW. Blue DC X combines a coordinated layout with patented cooling technology and planned heat reuse. PUE targets are defined according to the site, IT load and operating conditions.

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AI-generated concept illustrations. Performance figures describe the design scope; the configuration and required evidence are specified before implementation.

Compare Blue DC

The details for E, M and X describe their base concepts. Blue DC A combines E infrastructure with a complete AI stack: computing hardware, local models, company knowledge, assistants and supported operation. GPU capacity, cooling, redundancy and operational services are agreed for the specific configuration.

Blue DC E Blue DC A Blue DC M Blue DC X
Product illustration
KI-generierte Konzeptdarstellung: Blue DC E
KI-generierte Konzeptdarstellung: Blue DC A
KI-generierte Konzeptdarstellung: Blue DC M
KI-generierte Konzeptdarstellung: Blue DC X
Product ID
BDCE1.47 – 6.282
BDCA1.47 – 6.282
BDCM2.94 – 24.1128
BDCX24.1128 – 124.5828
RZ Class
Edge Data Center / Micro Data Center
AI data centre / Micro data centre
Module / Container Data Center
Data Center building
IT racks
1–6
1–6
2–24
24–124
Rack units (47 U per rack)
47–282
47–282
94–1.128
1.128–5.828
Connected load
6 kW – 70 kW
up to 900 kW¹
6 kW – 212 kW
20 kW – 60 MW
PUE design target²
< 1,13
≤ 1,20
< 1,10
≤ 1,05
Availability class under DIN EN 50600
1–4
1–4
1–4
1–4
Protection classes under DIN EN 50600
1–4
1–4
1–4
1–4
Granularity level under DIN EN 50600
1–3
1–3
1–3
1–3
Emissions measurement and accounting
Load- and temperature-controlled cooling
Use of Waste Heat
DIN EN 50600 – certification support
ISO/IEC 27001 – ISMS support
KRITIS / NIS2 – project support
Blue Angel – certification support
Availability concept
Security concept
Redundancy concept
High Performance Computing (HPC) Capable
AI Optimization
Design and origin
Cooling concept
Professional Electrical Engineering
High-Availability Power Supply
Energy storage concept
Extensive Security Technology
Electromagnetic compatibility concept
Intrusion protection concept
Modern Access Control
Fire protection concept
Integration of renewable energy
Dynamic monitoring
Proactive Maintenance
Specialist Planning in Accordance with HOAI
24×7 Monitoring
24×7 User Helpdesk
Premium Support with SLA Recovery
Warranty and maintenance
Warranty up to 5 years, with maintenance and service beyond this period by agreement.
Warranty up to 5 years, with maintenance and service beyond this period by agreement.
Warranty up to 5 years, with maintenance and service beyond this period by agreement.
Warranty up to 5 years, with maintenance and service beyond this period by agreement.

Compare configuration options. The classes and levels are selectable configuration options: availability 1–4, protection classes 1–4 and measurement granularity 1–3. The chosen availability class requires consistent power, cooling and cabling design; protection classes are assigned to the relevant security zones. Selection is based on the risk assessment and agreed scope of supply. An availability class does not specify a fixed uptime percentage.

Check marks indicate available services and functions that can be integrated. Certification support covers planning and evidence preparation; certification is awarded by the competent independent body. Emissions measurement and accounting provide assessment data, not a blanket promise of CO₂ savings.

Product codes: BDC + model + number of racks.rack units. Example BDCA1.47: Blue DC A with one rack and 47 U. The listed series use 47 U per rack; 24 racks provide 1,128 U and 124 racks 5,828 U.

¹ Blue DC A: 1–6 racks with 30–120 kW of IT power per rack. The sizing example 6 × 120 kW × 1.25 gives a total supply requirement of 900 kW. The factor 1.25 is a sizing assumption, not a measured PUE value. Cooling, grid connection, reserves and redundancy require technical verification before implementation. Sizing and cooling design →

² PUE values are design targets. Actual performance depends on factors including utilisation, climate, cooling technology and measurement boundaries, and is determined during operation. The stated power and rack ranges do not guarantee that every maximum can be achieved simultaneously in a single configuration.

Blue DC A: functions and design in detail
Use of Waste Heat
Allow for heat extraction
Availability concept
Redundancy for critical functions
Security concept
Zones and controlled access
Redundancy concept
Multiple paths and component redundancy for the selected class
High Performance Computing (HPC) Capable
GPU clusters and high-speed networking
AI Optimization
Local models and knowledge integration
Design and origin
Designed by High Knowledge
Cooling concept
Direct-to-chip plus residual air cooling
Professional Electrical Engineering
Power distribution for GPU loads
High-Availability Power Supply
Plan UPS and backup power
Energy storage concept
Size the backup duration
Extensive Security Technology
Monitor access, fire and leaks
Electromagnetic compatibility concept
EMC-compliant installation
Intrusion protection concept
Protect the enclosure and access points
Modern Access Control
Role-based access rights
Fire protection concept
Fire compartments and early detection
Integration of renewable energy
Integration into the energy concept
Dynamic monitoring
Monitor IT, power and cooling
Proactive Maintenance
Maintenance and update plan
Specialist Planning in Accordance with HOAI
Multidisciplinary design
24x7 Monitoring
Continuous monitoring as an operational option
24x7 User Helpdesk
Helpdesk as a service option
Premium Support with SLA Recovery
Defined response and recovery targets