BK2 CDC Data Centre, Brooklyn VIC
As demand for cloud computing, artificial intelligence and sovereign data storage continues to grow, CDC Data Centres is expanding its Melbourne campus with the delivery of the BK2 Data Centre in Brooklyn, Victoria.
Designed by EJE Architecture and constructed by ICON Constructions, the facility forms part of a broader campus that will ultimately deliver more than 350MW of capacity across Brooklyn. The site has been developed to support high-density data storage, government hosting requirements and large-scale AI computing infrastructure.
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The BK2 Data Centre required safe access to a wide range of plant and equipment throughout the facility, particularly the generators responsible for powering the entire site.
With tight construction programs and critical commissioning milestones in place, the access solution needed to be:
Lightweight to minimise crane lift and installation time
Fast to assemble on site
Easily adaptable to suit changing site conditions
Available with minimal lead times to avoid project delays
The access system needed to connect to existing walkways and provide safe, reliable access to the power generators and cooling tower infrastructure. Without these stairs in place, the plant equipment could not be commissioned, making them a vital component in the project's completion schedule.
CDC BK2 Data Centre, Brooklyn VIC, Australia
General Access, Modular Access Systems, Fall Arrest, Rung Ladder Systems, Guardrails, Walkways
Solution
Kattsafe supplied a comprehensive package of roof access and fall protection systems across the facility.
On the roof, aluminium walkway systems were installed to provide clear access routes around mechanical plant and equipment. Fall arrest anchors, static lines and guardrail systems were strategically positioned to protect maintenance personnel when working near roof edges and navigating rooftop plant areas.
A key component of the project was the deployment of multiple aluminium modular access stair systems and elevated platforms for power generators and cooling equipment access. Designed for rapid assembly and installation, the lightweight modular systems enabled Eastern Height Safety to install the structures efficiently while reducing crane time and on-site labour requirements.
Because the systems are modular, they could be readily adapted during installation, helping the project team respond quickly to site requirements without the delays often associated with custom-fabricated alternatives.
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Generator access stair Builda concept
Key Benefits for the Client
Faster Installation
Lightweight aluminium components reduced crane lifts and installation time, helping keep construction and commissioning activities on schedule.
Adaptable On Site
The modular design allowed adjustments during installation, reducing potential hold-ups and providing flexibility as the project progressed.
Safer Access Across the Facility
Walkways, guardrails, anchors, static lines and access stairs created safe, compliant access paths for maintenance teams across both rooftop and plant areas.
Reduced Ongoing Maintenance
Unlike traditional steel systems, aluminium access structures are highly resistant to corrosion, helping minimise maintenance requirements and extending the life of the installation.
No Impact on Project Delivery
The combination of short lead times, rapid assembly and adaptable design ensured the access infrastructure was installed when required, contributing to the successful opening of the facility without delays.
The Outcome
The BK2 Data Centre required access solutions that could be delivered quickly, installed efficiently and perform reliably for decades to come.
By supplying a complete package of aluminium access and height safety systems, Kattsafe helped ensure critical infrastructure remained accessible and protected throughout the facility. Most importantly, the project team avoided delays to commissioning and opening, while CDC Data Centres gained a durable, low-maintenance solution that will continue supporting safe access for ongoing operations and maintenance.
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