DATA CENTRE MANAGEMENT


Energy audits introduced to support compliance efforts


Data centre operators can now apply for expert consultation on their energy infrastructure to optimise energy efficiency and strengthen sustainability, thanks to a new audit programme from SOCOMEC. The initiative is aimed at facilities in the UK and Ireland and is designed to support compliance with the EU Energy Efficiency Directive, which requires sites above 500kW to report power usage effectiveness and other environmental metrics on an annual basis.


Piping system designed for liquid cooling infrastructure


Aquatherm Blue is a piping system manufactured by AQUATHERM GmbH used in liquid-based cooling applications for data centres and other building services environments. It is designed to transport cooling media in closed-loop systems, including chilled water networks and liquid cooling configurations used in higher-density computing environments. The system is made from


polypropylene and uses heat fusion welding to join pipe sections. This creates continuous pipe runs with fewer mechanical joints, which can reduce potential leak points in operation. The material is corrosion-resistant and does not require the same protective measures


Help to solve rising thermal density


challenges


As AI forces IT loads to densify, and ambient temperatures climb, data centre downtime ri sk increases without


guaranteed continuous cooling. CARRIER has developed the AquaEdge 19MV4 variable-speed centrifugal chiller, part of its Carrier QuantumLeap solutions for data centres, to overcome these


challenges. Designed for mission-critical environments, the unit delivers the capacity, resilience, and efficiency required to safeguard high-density


operations under extreme thermal stress. “AI workloads are reshaping data centre


specifications, pushing our customers to seek greater thermal headroom without sacrificing power stability,” says Marti Urpinas, Carrier’s senior technical manager. “That sounds like a tall order, but the AquaEdge 19MV4 isn’t a ‘standard’ chiller. It’s a variable-speed centrifugal platform that delivers cooling continuity for high-density racks, even as operators


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push chilled-water temperatures higher to support direct-to-chip architectures.” The AquaEdge 19MV4 addresses the


requirements of high-density facilities through integrated engineering. Delivering 2.1 to 3.3 MW of cooling capacity, the unit manages heat generated by Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) and Tensor Processing Units (TPUs), optimising mechanical room layouts. To guarantee operation amid rising


temperatures, the chiller runs with chilled-water temperatures up to 35°C and condensing temperatures up to 55°C. This flexibility supports direct-to-chip liquid cooling and rear-door heat exchangers. ▄ quantumleap.carrier.uk


Integrated systems streamline data centre deployment


Data centre infrastructure supplier VERTIV has introduced a revised approach to deploying high-density facilities, centred on its Vertiv OneCore and a shift towards digital twin modelling. This method replaces static design processes with a more dynamic environment, allowing digital and physical systems to be developed in parallel and reducing reliance on sequential construction practices. The approach is designed to address


constraints affecting data centre builds, including labour availability, project timelines and increasing demand linked to artificial intelligence workloads. Factory-integrated infrastructure, covering power, cooling and related systems, can reduce on-site work and


commissioning requirements. This may shorten deployment timelines and lower total cost of ownership compared with traditional construction methods, while supporting higher compute density within a smaller footprint. Vertiv has also collaborated with Hut 8


to apply the system within selected projects. The partnership combines Vertiv’s integrated infrastructure with Hut 8’s power-focused development model. The companies describe the outcome as a more standardised and repeatable framework for building large-scale data centres, with an emphasis on maintaining predictable delivery schedules and meeting the operational requirements of modern computing environments. ▄ vertiv.com


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against rust or scale formation as metal pipework. It is used in cooling infrastructure


where stable fluid transport is required to support continuous operation of IT equipment, particularly in environments with higher thermal loads. The internal pipe design supports consistent flow characteristics across the system, contributing to predictable hydraulic performance. Aquatherm Blue is supplied in a range of dimensions to suit different installation requirements, including larger-scale deployments where higher flow rates are needed. ▄ www.aquatherm.de/en


The programme involves a site


assessment of both IT and non-IT systems, including power and cooling infrastructure, to evaluate energy consumption and identify gaps in metering. The requirements of the directive align with the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme and ISO 50001, placing emphasis on accurate and consistent measurement.


According to Socomec, incremental


improvements in power usage effectiveness can reduce overall energy consumption and operating costs, particularly as demand rises. Following the audit, operators receive a report detailing potential efficiency measures and estimated financial impact. The programme is intended for data centres seeking more granular monitoring and clearer allocation of energy use across infrastructure and tenants. ▄ socomec.co.uk/en-gb


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