Detroit Data Center for Server Colocation

Waveform Technology’s Metropolitan Detroit Data Center offers a complete environment for your hardware and data in Troy, Michigan. We own and operate our data center; we do not resell other providers space. This keeps your equipment safe and Waveform's rates low. Always ask before selecting a colocation facility. Metro Detroit only has a handfull of data centers; always look closely at what a facility is best for your business, and always request a tour.

Waveform Technology's Michigan Data Center is as SAS 70 certified colocation facility. This means the controls we've put in place to keep the data center online have been physically audited by a third party. Colocate in the Michigan Data Center with confidence.

Waveform Built Metro Detroit Fiber Optic Network

Connections are assured through redundant fiber paths leading to multiple upstream carriers. We peer locally with our carriers, here in Detroit Michigan, and use combined layer-1 ring redundancy and layer-3 BGP4 IP protection to provide the data center with unparalleled up time. Waveform uses only Cisco routers and switches throughout our facility and network.

We’ve built Waveform's own Metro Detroit fiber network, and can always offer reliable bandwidth at competitive prices.

Liebert Precision Cooled Data Center

For cooling Waveform's Detroit facility, we use nine redundant (n+2) Liebert Precision System/3 air conditioning units. These high capacity units are specifically constructed for cooling high density data centers. A complete duct infrastructure covers the entire facility and ensures equal distribution of cool air. Servers produce a dry (or sensible) heat requiring each unit to also maintain an appropriate humidity level, which is necessary to minimize static electricity.

The Detroit Data Center's Liebert air conditioning units are glycol cooled and utilize outdoor Liebert drycoolers for heat rejection. This setup allows us to take advantage of Liebert’s GLYCOOL system during cooler months. The GLYCOOL system routes the naturally cooled glycol returning from the drycoolers to a second coil inside each air conditioning unit, which becomes the primary source of cooling. This reduces or eliminated compressor run time to save power. It is an efficient cooling method—especially during Detroit’s cold winters. This technology not only cuts operational costs, but helps our facility to be as green as it can be.

Uninterruptible Power

In the event of a power outage, three Liebert online double conversion uninterruptible power sources (zero transfer time) power the Detroit Data Center while an indoor diesel generator starts. This setup provides disruption and distortion free electricity to our critical load.

An indoor fuel tank can supply independent run time for a minimum of two days and priority refueling contracts through several vendors guarantee a constant supply. We test the generator weekly.

For the protection of customer equipment, a Liebert power surge suppression system guards the entire data center.

A+B+C bus power is available, meaning customers can request three independent power paths for their equipment, spanning three separate UPSs.

Constant Data Center Monitoring and Security by our Detroit Staff

A Pre-Action Dry Pipe fire suppression system protects against fire. The design couples advanced fire detection sensors with a dry pipe sprinkler system—providing security from false discharges without sacrificing safety.

An advanced security framework safeguards both the interior and exterior of the Detroit Data Center. We operate two independent digital video recording systems, covering the entire perimeter of the building, entrances, and secure sections inside our data center. Doorways are managed by a card access system which records all access. Security alarms elicit an armed response.

Our location in Troy Michigan places Waveform's Detroit Data Center in a low crime area with a respected and professional police force. Metro Detroit is also free from natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, and tsunamis. The Detroit Data Center is above the 500 year flood plane. Our staff monitors the data center 24 hours a day.

Whether you're local to Detroit, or coming from across the country, Waveform's Metro Detroit Data Center is a responsible choice for colocation.