Critical Control: The Role of Sensors & BMS in Reliable Data Centre Operations
Join Andy Camsell on behalf of Sontay Ltd for an insightful session exploring the vital role of sensing technology and Building Management Systems (BMS) in the efficient and reliable operation of data centres. As demand for always-on digital infrastructure grows, so too does the need for precise environmental monitoring and intelligent control.
In this session, we’ll uncover how smart sensors and integrated BMS solutions contribute to improved uptime, energy efficiency, early fault detection, and regulatory compliance. Learn from real-world examples, including how Sontay’s solutions support resilience in these mission-critical environments.
Session Speaker
Andy has been working in the building services industry since 1986. Initially training as an air conditioning engineer he continued to develop his skills in building services through hands-on installation maintenance and commissioning culminating in a career in the emerging BMS industry in the mid 1990’s.
Over the years he has held engineering and leadership roles with contractors technology providers and manufacturers including the position of Technical Manager at Sontay. In 2006 he started a control systems contracting business with two partners and remained managing director there until 2014 before setting out on his own to provide contract consultancy services.
Recent appointments include managing the EMEA critical systems environmental monitoring strategy for a large investment bank and building services commissioning manager at a landmark medical research facility in London. Control systems and BMS are his area of expertise and he has gained a wealth of experience working within the building services industry.
He is passionate about innovation and especially the convergence of sensing and I.T. systems establishing BMS as a proven technology in the “Internet of Things” revolution.
