GRID+ LEC STRUCTURAL CEILING

High load capacity. Faster installation. Smaller carbon footprint.

Modern data centers require a structure that can accommodate the growing number of technical systems and increasingly heavy loads.

The Grid+ LEC system was developed as a lightweight yet durable structural system designed for use in data centers and other demanding technical facilities.

The combination of an optimized aluminum profile, specially designed connectors, and a solution that allows for flexible suspension of the installation creates a stable platform for the infrastructure located above the IT space.

At the same time, the design was developed to minimize material consumption and reduce the product’s environmental impact.

One design. More possibilities. A smaller environmental footprint.

DESIGNED FOR DEMANDING DATA CENTERS

Data center infrastructure is constantly evolving.

Increasing server power, advances in AI and HPC, rising energy demands, and advancements in cooling systems mean that the space above IT racks must accommodate an ever-increasing number of installations.

Grid+ LEC allows the ceiling structure to be used as a shared platform for multiple technical infrastructure components.

The system can be used to suspend:

• cable routes,
• electrical systems,
• power rails,
• HVAC systems,
• cooling systems,
• liquid cooling systems,
• containment elements,
• lighting,
• wires and other technical systems.

As a result, many separate support structures can be replaced by a single, properly designed system.

HIGHER LOAD CAPACITY WITHOUT UNNECESSARY WEIGHT

A high load-bearing capacity does not necessarily mean a heavy structure.

The use of an optimized profile and a carefully selected aluminum alloy results in a favorable strength-to-weight ratio for the structure.

The system design focuses on the efficient use of material—placing it where it is needed while ensuring adequate stiffness and load-bearing capacity for the entire structure.

System Specifications

Maximum point load: 2.2 kN*
Maximum linear load: 3.67 kN/m*
Safety factor: 2*

*These values apply to the Tate Grid+ LEC system; you should verify them for your specific structure before using them on your site.

OPTIMIZED PROFILE DESIGN

At the heart of the system is a specially designed structural profile.

Its geometry was designed to increase load-bearing capacity while reducing the amount of material used.

The result is a design that combines:

high stiffness + low weight + efficient use of material.

This approach is particularly important in large data centers, where even minor changes in the weight of a single component can result in significant differences on the scale of the entire project.

FASTER INSTALLATION

In a data center, turnaround time has a direct impact on the cost of the investment.

Therefore, the system was designed to minimize the number of steps required during installation.

The solutions implemented include, among others:

• a simplified profile connection system,
• specially designed fasteners,
• components prepared for quick assembly,
• panel mounting system,
• pre-cut profile notches,
• solutions that reduce the need to cut components on-site.

Proper preparation of components helps reduce the time required for installation crews and minimizes the risk of errors resulting from working on the components directly at the construction site.

Fewer tasks on the construction site mean faster progress.

PRECISE CONNECTIONS

In structural engineering, every element matters.

The system’s connectors have been designed to ensure stable and consistent connections between profiles.

A properly designed connection system:

• increases the structural stability,
• helps maintain proper geometry,
• speeds up installation,
• reduces the number of components requiring additional processing,
• makes it easier to make connections in hard-to-reach places.

As a result, the assembly of the structure becomes more predictable and less labor-intensive.

FLEXIBLE SUSPENSION SYSTEM

One of the key features of the system is the ability to adapt the mounting points to the actual layout of the infrastructure.

The M10* continuous mounting channel allows for the use of various configurations of suspended components and the customization of their layout to meet the project’s needs.

This makes it easier to integrate:

• containment,
• cooling systems,
• cable routes,
• energy infrastructure components,
• lighting,
• additional technical systems.

*A parameter to be confirmed for your system.

READY FOR LIQUID COOLING

The increasing power density in server rooms is driving growing interest in liquid cooling.

Unlike traditional air-cooling systems, liquid cooling requires additional infrastructure—including piping, coolant distribution, and mounting points.

The structural design can be planned to incorporate these requirements as early as the design phase.

This allows the cooling infrastructure to be integrated with the other systems without the need to create a separate support structure for each system.

A SMALLER CARBON FOOTPRINT

The acronym LEC stands for Lower Embodied Carbon —a solution designed with a focus on reducing emissions associated with production and the materials used.

For the Tate Grid+ LEC, the manufacturer claims a minimum 61% reduction in embodied carbon for modules A–C and a minimum 49% reduction for categories A1–A3 compared to the standard Grid system. These claimed values have been verified in accordance with the relevant environmental standards.

If your system has its own EPD, LCA data, or a verified carbon footprint, it’s a good idea to use this information as one of your key product selling points.

Less material.

More responsible production.

Lower environmental impact.

ALUMINUM PRODUCED USING RENEWABLE ENERGY

The Tate Grid+ LEC system uses aluminum produced at facilities powered by renewable energy. This is one element of the strategy to reduce the product’s embodied carbon.

If a similar solution is used in your system, you can use this argument as part of a broader communication strategy regarding sustainable construction and ESG requirements.

ONE DESIGN — MANY APPLICATIONS

A structural system can serve as a common platform for many installation industries.

POWER

Cable routes, power rails, and electrical infrastructure components.

COOLING

HVAC systems, piping, and liquid cooling systems.

NETWORK

Cable routes and telecommunications infrastructure.

CONTAINMENT

Components that separate and organize airflow in IT spaces.

LIGHTING

Light fixtures and lighting infrastructure.

AI / HPC

Solutions for server rooms with high power density and increased infrastructure requirements.

QUICK INSTALLATION. LESS WORK ON THE CONSTRUCTION SITE.

The system was designed to reduce the amount of work performed directly at the construction site.

Prefabricated components, properly designed fasteners, and elements that help maintain the correct spacing help speed up the installation process.

This means:

shorter installation time

reduced need for crews

less on-site work

lower risk of assembly errors

easier coordination of work

In the case of large-scale projects, each of these elements can have a significant impact on the overall implementation schedule.

DESIGN TAILORED TO THE PROPERTY

Not every data center requires the same structural configuration.

Before selecting a system, the following factors, among others, should be taken into account:

• structural spans,
• ceiling height,
• mounting method,
• point loads,
• linear loads,
• layout of rack cabinets,
• cable routing,
• cooling system,
• containment requirements,
• future infrastructure expansion.

Based on this data, you can prepare a configuration that matches the actual conditions at the facility.

WHY GRID+ LEC?

HIGHER LOAD CAPACITY

A structure designed to support heavier loads from building services systems.

LOW WEIGHT

The optimized aluminum design allows for a reduction in the amount of material without compromising the required strength.

FASTER INSTALLATION

A well-designed connection system and pre-assembled components reduce the time required for installation.

FLEXIBILITY

The ability to configure mounting points allows the system to be adapted to changes in the infrastructure layout.

LIQUID COOLING

The design can be adapted to meet the requirements of modern liquid-cooling systems.

LOWER CARBON FOOTPRINT

A solution designed to reduce embodied carbon and meet the environmental requirements of modern construction projects.

FAQ

What is the Grid+ LEC structural system?

This is a modular ceiling system designed to support the loads associated with technical installations and data center equipment.

How does the LEC system differ from a standard solution?

The LEC version was developed with a focus on reducing embodied carbon through the appropriate selection of materials and production methods.

Is the system suitable for an AI data center?

Yes. This design can be used in facilities with high power density, where there are increased requirements for power supply and cooling systems.

Can liquid cooling systems be suspended?

Yes, provided that the structure is properly designed to withstand the required loads and accommodate the installation layout.

Can the placement of the mounting points be changed?

Yes. The system was designed to allow for flexible configuration of suspended installations.

Can the structure be expanded?

Yes. The modular design allows for future changes and infrastructure expansion.

Does the system require cutting components on-site?

The structure can be designed to minimize the amount of work required during assembly. The exact extent of prefabrication depends on the configuration and design.

LET’S DESIGN A STRUCTURE FOR YOUR DATA CENTER

Do you need a system designed to handle heavy loads, liquid cooling, and future infrastructure expansion?

Please send us your design or basic information about the facility.

We will analyze the requirements and select a solution tailored to the specific project.