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Dafeng, Jiangsu, China – August 27, 2026 – 

With the rapid development of digital economy, data centers have become critical infrastructure supporting cloud computing, big data, artificial intelligence, and financial services.

As one of the important digital infrastructure projects of China Agricultural Bank, the Data Center Third Branch Project in Helinger New Area is designed to provide advanced data storage and computing capabilities for future financial services.

During the construction of this large-scale data center project, ABM® Rock Wool was applied in both curtain wall insulation systems and interior applications, providing reliable fire protection, thermal insulation, and acoustic performance to support safe and efficient building operation.

China Agricultural Bank Data Center: Building Future-Oriented Digital Infrastructure

Located in Helinger New Area, Inner Mongolia, the China Agricultural Bank Data Center Third Branch Project is an important strategic infrastructure project supporting the bank’s digital transformation.

The project has:

• A total investment of approximately RMB 8.8 billion;
• A total land area of about 674.5 mu;
• A planned total construction area of approximately 520,000㎡.

According to the overall development plan and phased construction strategy, the completed project will achieve:

• Server capacity of approximately 400,000 units;
• Large-scale computing and storage capabilities;
• Reliable support for financial information systems.

The first phase of the project represents an investment of approximately RMB 4.3 billion, with a total construction area of about 209,000㎡.

It includes:

• 6 data center buildings;
• 4 power buildings;
• 2 spare parts warehouse buildings;
• 1 production operation and maintenance support building;
• 2 110kV substations;
• Related supporting facilities.

After completion, Phase I provides server capacity of approximately 129,000 units and has successfully passed completion acceptance.

Higher Requirements for Insulation Materials in Data Centers

Unlike conventional buildings, data centers operate continuously with high-density electronic equipment and power systems.

Therefore, building materials must meet strict requirements for:

• Fire safety;
• Thermal performance;
• Acoustic control;
• Long-term durability.

Advanced Fire Protection Requirements

Fire safety is one of the most important considerations in data center construction.

A fire incident could result in significant equipment losses and service interruptions.

Rock wool insulation, as an inorganic insulation material, provides excellent fire protection advantages:

• A1 class non-combustible performance;
• Excellent fire resistance;
• High-temperature stability;
• No melting droplets.

These characteristics make rock wool an ideal choice for high-security buildings such as data centers.

Improved Energy Efficiency

Data centers require continuous operation throughout the year, resulting in significant energy consumption.

A high-performance insulation system helps reduce heat transfer through the building envelope and improves energy efficiency.

ABM® Rock Wool helps:

• Maintain stable indoor environmental conditions;
• Reduce thermal exchange between indoor and outdoor environments;
• Improve overall building energy performance.

ABM® Rock Wool Application in Curtain Wall and Interior Systems

In the China Agricultural Bank Data Center Project, ABM® Rock Wool was applied in both exterior curtain wall insulation systems and interior applications.

Curtain Wall Insulation System

The building envelope plays an important role in protecting data center facilities from external environmental impacts.

ABM® Rock Wool provides:

Reliable Fire Protection

Its non-combustible characteristics enhance the overall fire safety performance of curtain wall systems.

Stable Thermal Insulation

The material effectively reduces heat transfer and improves building envelope performance.

Long-Term Durability

With excellent dimensional stability, ABM® Rock Wool maintains reliable performance throughout the service life of the building.

Interior Fire Protection and Acoustic Applications

Inside data centers, materials must provide not only fire safety but also better acoustic control.

ABM® Rock Wool offers:

• Excellent sound absorption performance;
• Fire-resistant protection;
• Stable physical properties.

It helps create safer and more controlled internal environments for data center operations.

Supporting Safer and Greener Digital Infrastructure

As digital infrastructure continues to expand, sustainable and energy-efficient construction has become increasingly important.

High-performance insulation materials play a key role in improving building safety and reducing operational energy consumption.

With advantages including:

• Fire resistance;
• Thermal insulation;
• Acoustic performance;
• Sustainable material characteristics;

ABM® Rock Wool provides reliable support for the China Agricultural Bank Data Center Project.

From curtain wall protection to interior applications, ABM® Rock Wool contributes to the development of safer, more efficient, and sustainable data center facilities.

About Us

Shanghai ABM Rock Wool Co., Ltd., founded in 1986, is a leading Chinese manufacturer specializing in the research, development, production, and sales of rock wool insulation materials. With a strong commitment to continuous innovation, the company holds over 30 groundbreaking invention patents and has contributed to the drafting of more than 20 national and industry standards, consistently leading the technological advancement of China’s insulation materials industry.

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