Host.net Opens Phase III Colocation Facility

BOCA RATON, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Host.net, a leading provider of colocation, network transport and transit services, launched their new 7,000 square foot colocation center providing business customers with a facility which rivals the best in the business. The new colocation facility is on the current Boca Raton campus which currently includes the phase I and II colocation centers which are at capacity.

The center incorporates the newest Liebert technology in precision cooling and uninterruptible conditioned power. It also has a three-step fire detection and suppression system using VESDA, FIKE ECARO-25 and a Tyco double interlocking pre-action system. The building is protected by a 225 mph wind-resistant roof system and is served by a multitude of fiber optic providers via multiple entrance facilities. Host.net now offers secure cage space for large enterprise clients and technology providers along with ¼, ½, and full size locking cabinets. Customers have access to the highly secure facility 24/7 which is staffed by Host.net’s technical staff.

Jeffrey Davis, Host.net’s co-founder and CEO stated, “It is obvious there is a need for colocation space built to the standard we set with the phase III expansion at our Boca Raton campus. We have implemented the leading edge technologies in power, network, and cooling in this new space which includes the most environmentally sound use of cooling, insulation and fire suppression systems. The outstanding attendance and support of local government, technology providers and large enterprise prospects at the May 7^th Grand Opening event is confirmation our business will continue to thrive in this region. We will continue to build out space as the demand for our services continues to drive our business. The combination of colocation, a national layer 2 and MPLS network, and high-speed fiber based services which we deliver both managed data and VoIP services have truly separated us from the pack.”

“Host.net has a devoted foundation of enterprise clients, and we’re excited about the opportunity to offer this new space as we continue to enhance our services and offerings,” said Lenny Chesal, VP of Strategic Accounts and CMO for Host.net. “Our suite of managed data and voice communication services help enterprise and technology based businesses simplify their lives as we provide turn-key solutions not available through other providers.”

About Host.net

Founded in 1996, Host.net is a national communications and information services company, and is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida. The company operates a large diverse national fiber-optic based Internet, MPLS and layer 2 backbone, delivered to its customers utilizing a vast number of last-mile options. The company also operates over 16,000 square feet of enterprise-class colocation space in South Florida and provides other vital network services including Disaster Recovery office space, Managed VoIP, and Managed Network Security. To learn more about Host.net, please log on to www.host.net.