Phone: 604-592-3123
info@ktceng.ca
info@ktceng.com
Unit 201-15315 31st Avenue
Surrey B.C., Canada V3Z 6X2
Data Centers
Multidisciplinary Engineering
Integrated Interface Coordination
Construction & Commisioning Support
One Integrated System.
One Coordinated Engineering Team.
We delivered coordinated, code-compliant, engineering solutions that align every discipline-reducing risk, improving constructability, and supporting seamless deliveries of mission critical facilities.
Engineer of Record Services
Integrated Design Review
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We review critical system packages for compliance with project requirements, applicable codes, constructability, maintainability, and cross-discipline coordination.
Interface and Model Coordination
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We use coordinated 3D/BIM model review to identify clashes, incomplete tie-ins, missing supports, access constraints, and mismatched equipment boundaries before they become field issues.
Mechanical and Pipping Engineering​
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We support cooling-water, chilled-water, thermal-storage, buffer-tank, heat-rejection, pump, valve, and balance-of-plant systems from operating requirements through constructible piping design.
Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation
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We coordinate load verification, distribution interfaces, grounding, cabling, protective-device considerations, control logic, I/O boundaries, alarms, interlocks, and sequencing.
Structural and Site Integration
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We engineer equipment foundations, piping and equipment supports, anchorage, access, heavy-load interfaces, and site infrastructure required to integrate mission-critical systems.
Construction and Commissioning Support​
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We support submittal and RFI review, field deviations affecting reviewed designs, and commissioning activities related to the systems within our scope.
Behind the Infrastructure
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Data centers form the backbone of today’s digital infrastructure. They house critical systems such as servers, networking equipment, power distribution, cooling systems, and control platforms that enable the secure processing, storage, and transfer of data.
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From cloud computing and virtual communications to financial transactions and healthcare systems, modern operations depend on data centers operating without interruption. These facilities support essential industries and services, making reliability, efficiency, and scalability fundamental to their design.
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KTC’s engineering expertise supports the infrastructure that keeps data moving—helping ensure data centers remain resilient, adaptable, and ready to meet the demands of an increasingly connected world.
Meeting Challenges with Practical Solutions
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Data centers are more than buildings — they are complex engineered systems that must operate without interruption. Achieving high reliability requires a careful balance of power delivery, cooling, redundancy, and controls.
These facilities pose unique challenges, including:
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Maintaining continuous power through backup generators and UPS systems
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Managing thermal loads and airflow to protect sensitive equipment
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Integrating controls, network communication, and security systems
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Coordinating heavy electrical and mechanical systems with civil infrastructure
The Stages of Data Center Delivery​
Concept & Feasibility – Define the project goals, assess site potential, and confirm technical and energy requirements.
Design & Engineering – Develop detailed mechanical, electrical, civil, and systems designs tailored to performance and reliability needs.
Site Preparation & Infrastructure – Establish foundational elements, utilities, and structural work to support heavy equipment and systems integration.
Installation & Construction – Integrate mechanical systems, medium-voltage electrical infrastructure, cooling plants, and critical support systems.
Commissioning & Testing – Validate performance, test redundancy and fail-over systems, and ensure systems perform under operational conditions.
Operations & Support – Enable long-term support including control systems monitoring, preventative maintenance, and performance optimization.
How Can We Help
Integrated Engineering for Data Centers​
KTC supports data center developments and energy parks with coordinated mechanical, electrical, civil, and project management expertise. Our team understands the unique demands of high-reliability facilities, including central utility plants, behind-the-meter and interconnected power islands, redundancy, constructability, and phased execution.
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We work closely with owners, developers, and EPC partners to deliver practical, buildable designs that support fast-track schedules while maintaining system reliability and long-term operational performance.
Project Management
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Senior project management for preliminary and detailed design
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Multidisciplinary coordination
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Schedule-driven design execution
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Owner and stakeholder interface
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Early-stage planning for fast-track projects
Our Technical Capabilities
Mechanical Engineering
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​Energy systems engineering for central utility plants, including steam, thermal distribution, and condensate systems
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High-pressure and high-temperature piping systems
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Pipe stress analysis and thermal expansion management
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Cooling infrastructure for high-reliability facilities, including chilled water systems and balance-of-plant equipment
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Industrial utility systems supporting data center operations, redundancy, and phased expansion
Electrical Engineering
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Medium-voltage power distribution systems for central utility plants and data center campuses
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Substations, on-site power generation, and behind-the-meter power island integration
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Redundant power architectures supporting high-reliability and phased execution
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Controls, automation, and communications for critical power and energy systems
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Electrical layouts for energy-intensive, mission-critical facilities
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Interface coordination with utility providers for interconnection and load growth
Civil & Structural Engineering
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Foundations for rotating and heavy industrial equipment, including generators, chillers, and utility plant systems
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Industrial equipment layouts and site integration for central utility plants and campus developments
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Equipment pads, trenches, duct banks, and structural supports for mechanical and electrical infrastructure
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Coordination with geotechnical investigations, surveys, and site constraints
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Constructability-focused design supporting phased execution and future expansion
