Siemens & partners launch modular edge data centre solution

Siemens Smart Infrastructure, Cadolto Datacenter, and Legrand Data Center Solutions have introduced a new modular edge data centre designed to address the evolving needs of digital transformation, scalability, and energy efficiency.

The new turnkey solution offers customisable, prefabricated modules that can be adapted to a wide range of IT requirements, from basic data processing to advanced, high-density computing for artificial intelligence applications. Deployment times can range from six to twelve months.

Siemens is acting as the exclusive technology partner, providing and integrating systems for energy management, building automation, fire safety, and physical security. The company is also offering optional maintenance contracts and access to a 24/7 emergency and service control centre. Flexible financing and rental models, made available through Siemens Financial Services, allow businesses to expand their infrastructure without upfront capital investment.

Cadolto Datacenter is responsible for manufacturing and delivering the prefabricated modular buildings, each equipped with integrated climate control. Legrand Data Center Solutions contributes expertise in IT infrastructure, including racks, structured cabling, intelligent power distribution units, and uninterruptible power supply systems.

"With digital transformation accelerating across every industry, our customers need infrastructure that moves as fast as they do. This solution offers all the performance of a traditional data center, but with the agility to scale quickly, tailored to our customers' specific needs. When ramping up capacity, it's just a case of plugging it in," ," said Ciaran Flanagan, Global Head of Data Center Solutions & Services at Siemens AG.

The modular edge data centres are intended for both permanent operations and interim use. They are suitable for various scenarios, including secure computing environments in the pharmaceutical sector, temporary test applications in the automotive industry, or space-restricted office locations and disaster recovery. The availability of "IT-ready" rental models enables rapid deployment for short-term IT hubs or laboratory environments, addressing temporary infrastructure needs.

Each unit is constructed in a factory with precision engineering and delivered in a ready-to-operate condition, which reduces on-site disruption and allows for live upgrades without downtime. The approach is designed to reduce construction-related CO2 emissions by approximately 30 percent, achieve a 90 percent recycling rate, and deliver fully reusable components.

Siemens Smart Infrastructure (SI), a business unit of Siemens AG, is leading efforts to shape intelligent and adaptive infrastructure that meets the challenges of urbanization and climate change. By interconnecting energy systems, buildings, and industries, SI delivers a comprehensive end-to-end portfolio—from power generation to consumption—through products, systems, solutions, and services.

Siemens AG, headquartered in Berlin and Munich, is a global technology leader focused on industry, infrastructure, mobility, and healthcare. The company is dedicated to transforming everyday life through innovative technologies that merge the physical and digital worlds. As a pioneer in industrial AI, Siemens applies artificial intelligence—including generative AI—to real-world scenarios, helping customers enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. The company also holds a majority stake in Siemens Healthineers, a top-tier provider of medical technology solutions driving breakthroughs in global healthcare.