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Data Centers

Accelerate construction and avoid costly rework with our advanced Quality Execution System

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Real-time Work Progress Tracking & Forecasting

See how our partner, Fulcrum Data Center Services, help data center developers, hyperscalers, and their contractors ensure new data centers are built at record speed —powered by Cumulus.

Improve precision & accelerate speed to market

Learn how field technicians work in harmony with the Cumulus platform to torque with speed and accuracy. This process highlights how Cumulus is redefining construction workflows and enabling faster, safer deployment of quality data center infrastructure.

The data center industry is booming.

With the projected capital expenditures of $1 trillion in North America over the next five years, the pressure to build facilities rapidly has never been higher. However, this acceleration comes with significant challenges.

To keep up with this demand, contractors are struggling with the accelerated schedules. That, and the lack of skilled labor, has created an environment where advanced quality control is required to avoid significant rework and compromised worker safety.

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Quality issues in Data Center Construction are a problem

Compromised Worker Safety 

Rushed construction can lead to improperly tightened electrical connections, increasing the risk of dangerous electrical accidents caused by overheating and arc flashes.

Documentation Nightmares

“Pencil whipping” creates Inconsistent record-keeping across vendors and fabricators, missing or incorrect information and an increased likelihood of expensive rework.

Delays and Cost Overruns

Quality issues often surface late in the process, leading to commissioning delays, significant rework expenses and unscheduled disruptions.

Introducing Cumulus:
Your Quality Execution Solution

Cumulus is an advanced Quality Execution System (QES) designed specifically for modular and onsite data center construction. It seamlessly integrates client QA and contractor QC into a single, efficient workflow.

Cumulus was used during the construction of 2GW this year, and that number is on track to double next year.

How Cumulus Works for Data Center Construction

  1. Real-time Tracking: Automatically standardizes QA/QC documentation as work is completed
  2. Worker Empowerment: Upskills your team to ensure proper procedures are followed every time
  3. Smart Workflows: Guides workers through correct procedures with pre-loaded torque values
  4. IoT Integration: Uses Bluetooth-enabled tools to record accurate torque applications

Benefits

Eliminate Human Witness Step

No need for a second worker to witness torquing activities

Build Facilities Faster

Reduce wait times for QC personnel and avoid delays

 

Avoid Costly Rework

Eliminate issues due to lost or inconsistent documentation

 

Enhanced Safety

Prevent arc events caused by improper torquing

Real-time Progress Tracking

Gain visibility into work completion by asset, contractor, and data hall

Cumulus for Electrical Contractors

See how we help electrical contractors minimize their document burden by digitizing critical processes.

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examples From the field

For Module/Prefab

  • Before Cumulus: 2 Craft for 45 minutes to complete all torques on one module
  • After Cumulus: 1 Craft for 10 minutes to complete all torques on one module

At Construction Site

  • Before Cumulus: 8 Craft for 4 Months to complete all torques on rows
  • After Cumulus: 4 Craft for 2 Months to complete all torques on rows
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cumulus is designed for seamless integration with most project management and documentation systems through out REST API.

Most workers become proficient using Cumulus with less than one hour of training. Our implementation services team provides comprehensive onboarding and training for every team and every project.

Cumulus is SOC 2, Type 2 certified and employs industry-leading encryption and security protocols to keep your information safe and secure.

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Manage quality with ease for every data center project.
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Jon

Jon Chesser is a seasoned executive with over two decades of experience in the data center and energy sector, developing and implementing technology that adds value to the bottom line. Jon has been part of building multiple construction tech startups focused on digitalizing manual, paper-based processes. Jon is the Chief Growth Officer for Cumulus and is passionate about improving construction productivity. Jon lives in Denver with his family and enjoys snow skiing, mountain biking, and hiking 14teeners.