COOLING SYSTEMS
Meeting the pressures of modern OEM design
Tight budgets, compressed timelines and rising performance expectations are putting growing pressure on design teams. Ian Morgan, sales manager for OEM and Trade at ICS Cool Energy, explains how accredited cooling systems and closer manufacturer partnerships can help ensure reliability and efficiency from concept through to commissioning.
Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are under constant pressure to deliver machines that are not only technically robust but also innovative, reliable, and cost- effective. A match made in heaven, as they say. Whether designing MRI scanners, food production machinery, or advanced industrial systems, design managers must balance tight budgets, compressed timelines, and the scrutiny of senior stakeholders. In this environment, every supplier decision matters.
Cooling and temperature control is essential for the equipment to function as designed by the OEM. Temperature control and stability directly impacts cycle times and output in manufacturing and is critical to keep vital equipment such as MRI scanners running. Choosing the right process cooling partner can mean
the difference between a system that performs flawlessly for years and one that creates costly downtime or reputational risk.
Performance claims backed by third party evidence One of the things to pay attention to is independent accreditation of the cooling systems. When cooling equipment is tested against recognised international standards, it is not just about ticking a box. It means performance claims are backed by third party evidence. For OEMs, this should matter. It will help them stand behind their choices with confidence, especially when presenting to internal stakeholders or hospital clients. Warranty cover adds another layer of certainty. It is not only about protection but also about trust in long term reliability. When these elements come together with early technical input and clear documentation, integration tends to go more smoothly. In medical imaging, where precision and uptime are critical, that kind of support can make a real difference. Pairing equipment with the correct supportive systems
Left: The real challenge is not abstract trends but the daily responsibility of making sure machines perform as promised.
Top left: Cooling and temperature control is essential for the equipment to function as designed by the OEM.
Above: ICS Cool Energy says cooling is rarely the headline feature of a system, yet it often determines whether that system will stand the test of time.
44 Health Estate Journal February 2026
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