Synergy Data Centres
Taking a Technological Leap in Data Center Modernization

A significant portion of today’s data centers are still constructed using design principles from the mainframe era, presenting substantial challenges in integrating modern information and communications technology equipment. This disconnect often hinders facilities from staying at the forefront of technological innovation.

Synergy Data Centres emerges as a pivotal player in addressing this challenge.

Offering turnkey mechanical, electrical, structural engineering and architectural solutions, Synergy breathes new life into the data center. This is complemented by the company’s expertise in innovative standards-based designs, which is pivotal in creating efficient and sustainable environments within these spaces.

Comprehensive security processes are also integral to Synergy’s solutions, substantially augmenting the protection of critical data. The deployment of robust network infrastructures ensures superior connectivity and performance, indispensable in an increasingly digital world.

“We’re the masters of data centers—choosing depth over breadth and setting the standard for excellence,” says Jeff Tremblay, president of Synergy.

This reflects Synergy’s expertise in the data center sector, establishing itself as a niche player in the market. Unlike its more diversified competitors, Synergy’s singular focus on data centers gives it an edge, making it an invaluable ally for firms engaged in data center projects.

Further emphasizing Synergy’s role within the industry, Michel Fortier, chief consultant, engineer and structured cabling designer at Synergy, says, “We don’t compete with consulting engineering firms or architects; we complement them. They can leverage insights from our expertise and experience to optimize their planning and designs.” This symbiotic relationship highlights Synergy’s footing in the industry to strengthen the capabilities of its partners. Synergy is able to express and define client requirements into functional engineering designs and architecturally functional spaces. Our experience in data centres and IT centric spaces provides invaluable expertise to our clients by having us define and refine their requirements for a successful implementation of data centre designs to full turn-key projects.

Our commitment extends beyond just technical expertise. Synergy has established a functional demo data center to bridge the gap between conceptual designs and real-world functionality. This best practice facility, equipped with a comprehensive range of IT racking solutions, cable plant configurations, advanced cooling systems, and scalable, modular power systems, addresses a critical challenge clients face—the inability to fully visualize and experience a data center before it's built. Synergy’s demo and training center solves this problem by allowing clients to interact with live working equipment that helps them make informed decisions and ensures their projects are executed with precision while adhering to the highest industry standards and best practices.

Joanne Tremblay, VP of operations at Synergy, sheds light on the impact of this facility. “The tangible experience builds understanding and confidence in a way catalogs and digital media don’t. We often notice ‘a-ha’ moments when people explore the demo centre that can accelerate their projects.”

While building and designing efficient and functional data centers, Synergy also prioritizes environmental stewardship by embedding energy-efficient practices into every stage of the development process.

Aware of the considerable energy demands of data centers, which currently represent two percent of the world’s electricity usage, Synergy is committed to mitigating this environmental footprint. It employs strategies that focus on increasing space utilization density by embracing modularity and scalability for increased reliability and resiliency all while optimizing and reducing energy usage.

“We address power consumption concerns by choosing equipment that is right-sized for the actual workload with judicious future planning, which prevents unnecessary overprovisioning, saves money, and contributes to a reduction in the carbon footprint,” says Ross Macklem, sales manager at Synergy.

This client-centered approach, coupled with continuous innovation and quick turnaround time, has made the company a trusted partner for top Fortune 100 corporations and government organizations.

A recent testament to Synergy’s capabilities is the design and construction of a high-density, high-functioning data center for celebrating Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation. By seamlessly consolidating multiple legacy setups into one central, high-performing modern facility, Synergy played a pivotal role in supporting extensive nationwide events.

Synergy prioritizes environmental stewardship by embedding energy-efficient practices into every stage of its development and design processes

The pillar behind every success of Synergy is its diverse and passionate team, consisting of engineers, BICSI accredited Registered Communications Distribution Designers (RCDD), licensed master electricians and tradespeople, certified electricians and refrigeration technicians, constructors, project managers, commissioning agents, emergency service providers, and maintenance providers. An amalgamation of these professionals makes it well-equipped to provide comprehensive communications infrastructure and data center solutions.

The expertise of our specialized technicians also comes in handy while providing clients access to a dedicated service department that can provide comprehensive 24/7/365 service and preventative maintenance solutions for all data center infrastructure components. Jacquelin Hodgson, project and service manager at Synergy, adds, “Through customized site service plans to enhance reliability, improve efficiency and reduce costs, we give clients peace of mind about the health and reliability of their critical data center assets.”

Today, where there is an ever-increasing demand for computing power and connectivity, Synergy’s integrated methodology, comprehensive range of designs, services and focus on customer needs, uniquely equip it to realize the digital ambitions of data centers in our increasingly connected world.