{"id":16278,"date":"2026-01-28T11:42:15","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T15:42:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senstar.com\/?p=16278"},"modified":"2026-01-28T12:01:08","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T16:01:08","slug":"protecting-data-centers-during-live-buildouts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/senstar.com\/de\/security-digest\/protecting-data-centers-during-live-buildouts\/","title":{"rendered":"Protecting Data Centers During Live Buildouts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Data\u00a0centers\u00a0are experiencing expansion rates often described as a &#8216;gold rush&#8217;, with\u00a0hyperscalers\u00a0and colocation providers racing to meet unprecedented demand. This breakneck pace\u00a0necessitates\u00a0a phased or partial operation approach. Maintaining physical security during\u00a0buildouts\u00a0however,\u00a0remains\u00a0a non-negotiable requirement. In this post, we look at how Senstar can help secure data\u00a0centers\u00a0during the\u00a0different phases\u00a0of construction.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Perimeter Security Without Fences<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During early construction phases, traditional perimeter fencing may not yet be installed, leaving sites vulnerable to intrusion.\u00a0Senstar, with over 40 years of experience protecting critical infrastructure, has a comprehensive\u00a0technology\u00a0portfolio for securing\u00a0non-fenced\u00a0open areas, including those still under active construction.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Senstar&#8217;s\u00a0Smart 3D LiDAR and AI video analytics provide flexible, cost-effective solutions for\u00a0establishing\u00a0virtual perimeters without physical barriers.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/products\/above-ground-sensors\/smart-3d-lidar-for-security-applications\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Smart 3D LiDAR<\/span><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0i<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">s an extremely compact, PoE-powered sensor that uses\u00a0highly\u00a0precise 3D detection zones to detect and track objects based on their true size, ensuring that the system ignores movement caused by environmental effects as well as small animals. The sensors can be rapidly deployed\u00a0at any location\u00a0requiring\u00a0intrusion detection. Open interfaces and field-tested integrations with video and security management systems ensure they become operational in hours, not days or weeks.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Senstar&#8217;s\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/products\/video-analytics3\/ai-object-tracking-video-analytic\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">AI-powered DNN (Deep Neural Network) video analytics<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0complement perimeter sensors by\u00a0leveraging\u00a0existing video surveillance infrastructure for intelligent, automated threat detection. Its advanced DNN AI, trained specifically for security applications, can distinguish between people, vehicles, background movement, and environmental effects.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_16283\" style=\"width: 690px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16283\" class=\"wp-image-16283 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LiDAR-Image-680x356.png\" alt=\"LiDAR\" width=\"680\" height=\"356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LiDAR-Image-680x356.png 680w, https:\/\/senstar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LiDAR-Image-950x498.png 950w, https:\/\/senstar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LiDAR-Image-360x189.png 360w, https:\/\/senstar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LiDAR-Image-1500x786.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-16283\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Its compact size and software-defined detection zones enable Smart 3D LiDAR to be rapidly deployed and easy to adapt to changing sites during early data center buildout phases<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Upgrading\u00a0Fences with Intrusion Sensors<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As temporary or permanent fencing is erected,\u00a0Senstar&#8217;s\u00a0fence-mounted intrusion detection systems transform passive barriers into active security assets. Easy to install,\u00a0Senstar&#8217;s\u00a0guided RF (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/products\/fence-sensors\/flexzone\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">FlexZone<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) and\u00a0fiber\u00a0optic sensors (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/products\/fence-sensors\/fiberpatrol-fp1150\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">FiberPatrol<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) detect climbing, cutting, and other disturbances to the fence fabric with exceptional accuracy over large distances. These systems can be installed\u00a0immediately\u00a0after fence construction and provide reliable detection even in challenging environmental\u00a0conditions.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Both systems are also easily extendable\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">onto\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">new sections of fence as construction advances.\u00a0For\u00a0FlexZone,\u00a0this is done by connecting\u00a0additional\u00a0processors and sensor cable to the sensor cable previously installed, from which power and data connectivity can be obtained.\u00a0For\u00a0FiberPatrol,\u00a0it is simply a matter of splicing in\u00a0additional\u00a0fiber\u00a0optic cable and extending the license.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For challenging fence segments that experience frequent disturbances caused by ongoing construction or transportation activity,\u00a0Senstar&#8217;s\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/products\/security-management\/senstar-sensor-fusion-engine\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sensor Fusion technology<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0can be applied to\u00a0eliminate\u00a0nuisance alarms. Sensor Fusion intelligently combines data from multiple detection technologies to verify threats, ensuring that only genuine intrusion attempts trigger alarms while filtering out non-threat disturbances.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Protecting Server Cages During Nearby Construction<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Inside the data center, phased buildouts often result in operational server cages\u00a0being\u00a0located\u00a0just\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">feet away from active construction zones. This proximity creates a security gap where high-value assets require strict protection despite the chaotic environment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Senstar\u2019s\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/products\/fence-sensors\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">fence-mounted intrusion detection sensors<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0such as\u00a0FlexZone\u00a0can\u00a0effectively secure\u00a0wire mesh,\u00a0wall partitions,\u00a0and server cages. Advanced signal processing allows the system to filter out background vibrations while\u00a0maintaining\u00a0high sensitivity to\u00a0attempts\u00a0to infiltrate the partition.\u00a0FlexZone\u2019s\u00a0ability to precisely\u00a0pinpoint\u00a0the\u00a0location\u00a0of\u00a0the disturbance\u00a0enables\u00a0different detection zones to be created\u00a0using\u00a0a single sensor cable, thus enabling\u00a0alarm masking\/unmasking\u00a0based\u00a0on construction progress and\/or daily schedules.\u00a0\u00a0Together,\u00a0these features\u00a0ensure distinct separation between secure zones and work zones without generating nuisance alarms.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Protecting Data Links<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Data\u00a0centers\u00a0depend on uninterrupted\u00a0fiber\u00a0optic connections. During construction, these critical communication links face risks from accidental damage or deliberate tampering. Senstar\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/products\/buried-sensors\/fiberpatrol-fp1150-for-data-conduit-protection\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">FiberPatrol FP1150 for data\u00a0conduit\u00a0protection<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0can repurpose\u00a0dark\u00a0fiber\u00a0within the cables to detect,\u00a0locate\u00a0and classify potential threats, generating alarm notifications before service interruptions occur.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_16291\" style=\"width: 690px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16291\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-16291\" src=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dataconduit-680x382.jpg\" alt=\"Data Conduit\" width=\"680\" height=\"382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dataconduit-680x382.jpg 680w, https:\/\/senstar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dataconduit-360x202.jpg 360w, https:\/\/senstar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dataconduit.jpg 950w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-16291\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Communication links traverse public rights-of-way and easements where they face constant threats from construction crews, environmental shifts, and malicious actors.<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Adjusting to Changing Site Conditions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Construction sites are inherently dynamic. Senstar solutions are designed for this fluidity. Smart 3D LiDAR&#8217;s compact size allows for easy relocation, while its 3D detection zones can be remotely updated via a browser interface with live preview. Senstar AI video analytics, on the other hand, can be moved between cameras without requiring new licensing.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">All these diverse sensors are unified under the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/products\/video-management\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Senstar Symphony Common Operating Platform<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, providing a single &#8220;pane of glass&#8221; for\u00a0security\u00a0management. Symphony links alarms to video, integrates access control, and provides the rigorous audit trails\u00a0required\u00a0for SOC2 and ISO 27001 compliance. Senstar Symphony is licensed per\u00a0camera\/sensor, meaning you only need to pay for what you need, and add\u00a0additional\u00a0devices and servers as needed down the road.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">About Senstar<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Senstar has decades of experience securing critical infrastructure worldwide, including\u00a0numerous\u00a0data center deployments across all construction phases. Our solutions are trusted by leading\u00a0hyperscalers\u00a0and colocation providers to protect billions of dollars in assets while\u00a0maintaining\u00a0operational flexibility. With\u00a0innovative sensing technologies designed for the highest level of\u00a0performance under challenging conditions,\u00a0Senstar\u00a0offers\u00a0the security solutions\u00a0that modern data\u00a0centers\u00a0require.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For more information, download our guide,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Data_Center_Brochure.pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Physical Security for Data Centers<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0or contact\u00a0your\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senstar.com\/contact\/contact-sales\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">local Senstar representative<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Data\u00a0centers\u00a0are experiencing expansion rates often described as a &#8216;gold rush&#8217;, with\u00a0hyperscalers\u00a0and colocation providers racing to meet unprecedented demand. This breakneck pace\u00a0necessitates\u00a0a phased or partial operation approach. Maintaining physical security during\u00a0buildouts\u00a0however,\u00a0remains\u00a0a non-negotiable&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":16295,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[22],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-16278","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-security-digest"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/senstar.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16278","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/senstar.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/senstar.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/senstar.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/senstar.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16278"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/senstar.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16278\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/senstar.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16295"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/senstar.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16278"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/senstar.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16278"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/senstar.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16278"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}