Data centers consume 415 terawatt-hours of electricity annually, a figure projected to more than double by 2030. Cooling systems alone account for up to 40% of that load, putting facility managers under constant pressure to reduce power usage effectiveness (PUE) without massive infrastructure investments. Most efficiency strategies focus on large-scale interventions such as hot-aisle containment, economizers and variable-speed […]
Linear tubes and compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) have been the standard for office and facility lighting for many years. However, a combination of environmental targets and health concerns has triggered a nationwide legislative shift toward a phase-out of fluorescent tubes. For facility managers and IT directors, this is an immediate supply chain reality. As states […]
For a data center manager, finding a fine, dark residue on server racks or cooling intakes is an immediate red flag. While dealing with regular dust is a standard part of facility management, black dust in your data center represents a unique threat that requires specialized response. This substance signifies a mechanical failure that directly jeopardizes hardware […]
The explosive growth of AI and hyperscale computing is reshaping the data center industry, but it’s exposing a painful truth: a massive amount of valuable energy is being thrown away as unrecovered or unrecycled thermal energy. Most of every kilowatt-hour you pay to run your IT equipment is eventually converted into unrecovered or unrecycled thermal energy that […]
Frequently Asked Questions: What is the main purpose of blanking panels in a server rack? Server rack blanking panels play a crucial role in managing airflow within rack enclosures. Their primary function is to cover unused rack spaces, preventing the recirculation of hot air and ensuring cool air is directed precisely where it’s needed most—to […]
Frequently Asked Questions: What is a data center crash cart? A data center crash cart is a mobile workstation on wheels that provides on-site, direct physical access to servers and network equipment when remote management tools fail. It typically contains a laptop or PC, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and various connectivity tools, allowing technicians to quickly […]
Modern data centers are critical infrastructure for many industries. As demand for artificial intelligence and cloud services rises, so does the need for new and upgraded data centers. By 2030, the world is expected to invest almost $7 trillion in data center infrastructure. That means construction debris, tight environmental controls and lots of infrastructure on the line. […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) has experienced rapid growth over the past few years. In just a short time, it’s gone from experimental tech to a core component of staying competitive. Today, 88% of those surveyed say they use AI regularly, up from 78% in 2024. Organizations are racing to integrate AI into all their operations, customer support and […]
Power requirements in data centers have entered a period of rapid increase. Workloads that once operated within 10 kW per cabinet now exceed 80 kW, with hyperscale and machine learning environments projecting densities beyond 100 kW. This progression requires delivering sufficient power to the cabinet and mitigating the heat generated as a by-product of these […]
As businesses struggle to keep up with rapid technological advancements and continuously changing compliance regulations, aligning with an IT partner gives you abilities that would be challenging to achieve on your own. With so much at stake, it’s critical to distinguish a tech provider from a true partner. The best IT project partners are preemptive, invest in […]
