Case Study: Complete Data Centre Signage for DayOne, Iskandar Puteri Johor
By A&T Signboard & Printing · Johor · Data Centre Signage · Case Study
Data centre signage is one of the most technically demanding signage categories — requiring strict compliance with Bomba (Fire and Rescue) regulations, precise room identification across complex building layouts, and outdoor safety roadsigns that meet Malaysian standards. This case study documents A&T’s complete signage delivery for DayOne Data Centre in Iskandar Puteri, Johor — one of Malaysia’s growing data centre hubs.
Project Overview
DayOne
DayOne Data Centers Malaysia — Iskandar Puteri, Johor
8+
Signage categories covering indoor and outdoor
Johor
Part of Malaysia’s expanding data centre corridor
DayOne Data Centers (formerly known as Bridge Data Centres) operates hyperscale and colocation data centre facilities across Asia. Their Johor facility at Iskandar Puteri — Pusat Data DayOne — is part of the significant wave of data centre investment entering Johor in recent years, driven by strong demand from hyperscalers and enterprise cloud customers.
A&T was engaged to supply and install the complete signage system for the facility — from the main building entrance signboard and perimeter wall signage down to indoor room nameplates, fire safety signs, fire evacuation plans, and outdoor regulatory roadsigns.
Scope of Work
- Main building signboard — large-format “DAYONE” aluminium box-up 3D lettering installed on the building facade, with two-tone black and green finish matching the DayOne brand identity
- Perimeter wall entrance signboard — “Pusat Data DayOne” aluminium box-up lettering mounted on the security perimeter boundary wall at the facility entrance
- Room nameplates — individual door identification signs for all rooms including Data Hall, server rooms, utility rooms, and support spaces — each carrying the DayOne brand identity
- Fire evacuation plans — Bomba-compliant Fire Evacuation Plan boards installed on each floor and block, showing floor layout, emergency exits, fire equipment locations, and evacuation routes
- Bomba fire safety signs — complete set of BOMBA-standard fire safety signs including Fire Hose Reel, Fire Alarm Call Point, and Fire Extinguisher location indicators
- Fire door signs — “Pintu Hendaklah Sentiasa Ditutup / Fire Door, Keep Closed” sticker signs applied to all fire-rated doors throughout the facility
- Laluan Jentera Bomba roadsign — “Laluan Jentera Bomba — Kosongkan Laluan” circular roadsigns marking fire engine access routes around the building perimeter
- EV charging roadsigns — “Electric Vehicle Parking — Only While Charging” pole-mounted signs at designated EV charging bays in the facility carpark
- OKU parking roadsigns — disabled parking bay signs compliant with Malaysian accessibility standards
- No Entry and regulatory signs — directional and access control signage throughout the facility grounds
The Signage — In Detail
Main Building & Entrance Signboard
The DayOne brand uses a distinctive two-tone identity — “DAY” in dark charcoal and “ONE” in green — which was replicated precisely in the aluminium box-up lettering on the building facade. The large-format letters are installed high on the building exterior, providing visibility from the surrounding road network in Iskandar Puteri. A separate perimeter wall signboard at the facility entrance carries the full “Pusat Data DayOne” identification, complying with the bilingual naming requirement for signage in Malaysia.
Main building signboard — DAYONE aluminium box-up 3D lettering · Made by A&T for DayOne Data Centre, Iskandar Puteri
Perimeter wall entrance signboard — Pusat Data DayOne · Made by A&T
Main signboard letters in production — aluminium box-up fabrication · A&T factory, Ulu Tiram
Room Nameplates & Door Signs
Inside the facility, every room is clearly identified with a branded nameplate carrying the DayOne identity — room name, reference code, and the characteristic DayOne colour scheme. The Data Hall entry doors also carry Bomba-compliant fire door signs (“Pintu Hendaklah Sentiasa Ditutup / Fire Door, Keep Closed”) applied directly onto the fire-rated door surfaces.
Data Hall room nameplate (DayOne branded) with fire door sign — “Pintu Hendaklah Sentiasa Ditutup” · Made by A&T
Bomba Fire Safety Signs
All Bomba fire safety signage was produced and installed in compliance with Malaysian fire safety standards. The signs use the standard red-and-white colour scheme and BOMBA-approved pictograms, clearly marking the locations of fire hose reels, fire alarm call points, and fire extinguishers throughout the facility. In a large data centre facility with extensive floor space and complex room layouts, clearly visible fire equipment signs are essential for both regulatory compliance and emergency response speed.
Bomba fire safety signs — Fire Hose Reel, Fire Alarm Call Point, Fire Extinguisher · Made by A&T for DayOne Data Centre
Fire Evacuation Plan
Fire Evacuation Plan boards were installed at designated locations throughout each block and floor of the facility. Each plan shows the full floor layout drawn to scale, with emergency exits, fire equipment positions, and evacuation routes clearly marked. The boards also carry the mandatory bilingual instruction: “Jika Berlaku Kebakaran, Jangan Gunakan Lif. Sila Gunakan Tangga / In Case of Fire, Do Not Use Lift. Please Use the Staircase.”
Fire Evacuation Plan — Block J Ground Floor Plan · Made by A&T for DayOne Data Centre
Outdoor Roadsigns — Fire Engine Access & EV Charging
The facility’s outdoor areas required several categories of regulatory roadsigns. The Laluan Jentera Bomba (Fire Engine Access) sign — a large circular red sign with the BOMBA fire engine pictogram — is installed on pole mounts at the designated fire engine access routes around the building perimeter, keeping these routes clear at all times as required by BOMBA regulations. EV charging bay signs and OKU (disabled) parking signs were installed at the facility carpark, reflecting the modern infrastructure standards of the DayOne facility.
Laluan Jentera Bomba — Kosongkan Laluan · Pole-mounted outdoor roadsign · Made by A&T
EV Charging Parking sign — Electric Vehicle Parking Only While Charging · Made by A&T
What Makes Data Centre Signage Different
A data centre signage project is significantly more complex than a standard commercial building project. Several factors set it apart:
01
Bomba compliance is non-negotiable
All fire safety signs must follow BOMBA Malaysia standards in terms of pictogram design, colour, size, and placement. Non-compliant signs will be flagged during the Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC) inspection.
02
High room count and complex layouts
A data centre contains dozens of individually identified rooms — data halls, server rooms, electrical rooms, mechanical rooms, security rooms, and support spaces — each requiring its own clearly branded nameplate.
03
Multiple evacuation plan versions
Large facilities with multiple blocks and floor levels require separate evacuation plan boards for each zone — each drawn to scale with accurate room layouts and equipment positions.
04
Outdoor regulatory signage
Modern data centre facilities require a full set of outdoor regulatory signs — fire engine access routes, EV charging bays, OKU parking, no-entry zones — all produced to the correct Malaysian standards.
Important for data centre developers and facility managers: All Bomba fire safety signs, fire door signs, and fire evacuation plans must comply with BOMBA Malaysia requirements. Incorrect signage can delay your Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC) approval. A&T produces all fire safety signage to the correct specifications — contact us early in your project timeline to avoid delays.
Why Johor Is Malaysia’s Data Centre Hub
Johor — particularly the Iskandar Puteri and Nusajaya corridor — has emerged as one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing data centre destinations. With reliable power infrastructure, proximity to Singapore, competitive land costs, and strong government support, major hyperscalers and colocation operators have been establishing facilities in Johor at pace. A&T has positioned itself as a specialist signage supplier for this growing sector, with completed projects for data centre facilities across Johor.
A&T is registered with Kementerian Kewangan Malaysia and CIDB, qualifying us to supply signage for data centres, industrial facilities, and government-adjacent infrastructure projects. We understand the compliance requirements — Bomba signage standards, bilingual naming requirements, and CCC-related sign specifications — that data centre projects demand.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Bomba signs are required for a data centre in Malaysia?
At minimum, a data centre facility in Malaysia requires: Fire Hose Reel location signs, Fire Extinguisher location signs, Fire Alarm Call Point signs, Fire Door signs (“Pintu Hendaklah Sentiasa Ditutup”), Fire Evacuation Plans on each floor, and Laluan Jentera Bomba (fire engine access) signs on the building perimeter. The exact requirements depend on the building size, floor count, and usage classification — A&T can advise based on your facility’s specifications.
Does A&T produce Bomba-compliant fire safety signs?
Yes. A&T produces all fire safety signs to BOMBA Malaysia standard specifications — correct pictogram design, colour codes, sign dimensions, and material requirements. We have supplied Bomba-compliant signage for data centres, industrial facilities, schools, and commercial buildings across Johor.
Can A&T handle the full signage scope for a new data centre build?
Yes. A&T provides end-to-end signage supply and installation for data centre projects — covering the main building signboard, room nameplates, fire safety signs, evacuation plans, and outdoor regulatory roadsigns. We can be engaged at the planning stage to ensure all signage specifications are aligned with your CCC requirements and project timeline.
What is the Laluan Jentera Bomba sign and where must it be placed?
The Laluan Jentera Bomba sign (“Fire Engine Access Route — Keep Clear”) is a circular red sign marking the designated access route for BOMBA fire engines around a building perimeter. It must be placed at all entry points to the fire engine access route and at intervals along the route to ensure the lane is kept clear at all times. Placement requirements are specified in BOMBA Malaysia guidelines.
How early in a data centre project should signage be planned?
Signage should be planned at least 4–6 weeks before your CCC inspection date. Fire evacuation plans in particular require accurate floor plan drawings as input — engaging A&T early allows time to produce the plans correctly based on your as-built drawings, avoiding last-minute rushes before inspection.
Planning signage for a data centre or industrial facility in Johor?
A&T has the experience, credentials, and production capability to deliver complete signage systems for data centres — from main building signboards to Bomba-compliant fire safety signs and outdoor roadsigns. WhatsApp us to discuss your project.