Optimization of Data Center Cooling and Water Efficiency Part 2: Open Loop Cooling Towers

Optimization of Data Center Cooling and Water Efficiency Part 2:  Open Loop Cooling Towers

Heat rejection is the most consequential aspect of data center cooling design. Data centers are driven to optimize heat rejection to minimize, or even eliminate, their reliance on chillers. There is a wide range of both traditional and evolving solutions which we will explore as this series progresses. In this blog, we focus on heat-rejection via….

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Fire Pumps for Sprinkler Systems Part 2: What Type of Pump Do You Need?

Fire Pumps for Sprinkler Systems Part 2: What Type of Pump Do You Need?

Different buildings have different requirements when it comes to fire pumps. The type of fire pump you choose depends on several factors, including the source, how much space you have, whether it’s a new construction or ….

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Steam Heating Systems Part 8: Parallel-Series Pilot-Operated PRV Stations

Steam Heating Systems Part 8: Parallel-Series Pilot-Operated PRV Stations

In our final brief blog post on pilot operated steam PRVs, we consider systems that have a large pressure drop, highly variable loads and require steam at an intermediate pressure.  A parallel-series PRV station….

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