machine room
A 'machine room' is a specialized space within a building dedicated to housing and managing essential mechanical and electrical equipment.
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Definition
B2General
(technical)A limited-access space in a building for housing machinery such as HVAC systems and electrical equipment.
Example
- The maintenance team regularly inspects the machine room to ensure all equipment is functioning properly.
C1Data Centers
(technical)A room dedicated to computers and data processing equipment, often with controlled environmental conditions.
Example
- The server racks in the machine room require constant cooling to prevent overheating.
C1Elevators
(technical)A space designated for elevator machinery, including controllers and electrical systems.
Example
- Access to the elevator's machine room is restricted to authorized personnel only.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "machine room":
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