As artificial intelligence drives exponential growth in data processing, the global expansion of hyperscale data centres is reshaping infrastructure demands. These facilities require enormous, stable power supplies, often beyond the capacity of local grids. In response, developers are turning to on-site power generation using diesel and gas-powered systems to guarantee uptime and meet deployment timelines.
This shift represents both a technical and logistical challenge, with fast lead times, high-reliability equipment, and uncompromising safety standards becoming essential.
CTB is directly supporting this new wave of energy infrastructure by supplying the safety-critical fasteners used in the assembly and maintenance of on-site power systems, including industrial gas turbines and diesel generators. Our fasteners are engineered for mechanical resilience, thermal stability, and long-life performance in demanding, high-load environments.
CTB’s manufacturing sites operate under internationally recognised quality and safety systems, including ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety). For applications involving high pressure and temperature, as found in power generation, CTB fasteners are also compliant with AD 2000-Merkblatt W0 and DGRL 2014/68/EU (Pressure Equipment Directive), giving our clients added assurance of performance and regulatory alignment.
With active supply relationships across Europe, North America, and Asia, CTB has the reach and responsiveness needed to support fast-deploying infrastructure globally. Our past experience includes supporting major facilities such as the Bouchain power plant in France, where CTB fasteners have been used in the installation of high-efficiency IGT systems.
CTB fasteners are now embedded in the energy infrastructure underpinning the digital economy. As data centres become mission-critical assets for governments and businesses alike, CTB’s role is clear: ensuring the energy systems behind the systems are secure, safe, and dependable.
Whether supporting OEMs building out the next generation of power units or responding to dynamic, site-level requirements, CTB’s rigorous adherence to global certifications helps clients manage operational risk, assure compliance, and deliver with confidence.
“The surge in AI-driven data centres has led to an unprecedented demand for reliable on-site power solutions. At CTB, we’ve witnessed a significant uptick in requests for our safety-critical fasteners tailored for power generation applications. Our global manufacturing footprint and commitment to quality position us to meet these challenges head-on, ensuring that our partners can rely on us to support the backbone of the digital age.”
— John Smullen, Chief Sales Officer, Cooper Turner Beck
