Optimization of Data Center Cooling and Water Efficiency Part 3: Closed Loop Heat Rejection

Optimization of Data Center Cooling and Water Efficiency Part 3: Closed Loop Heat Rejection

While many existing data centers use open cooling towers for heat rejection, most newly built centers are opting for less water-intensive strategies. Closed-loop systems (including heat rejection) are becoming increasingly common, especially in….

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Geothermal Well Drilling—Demystified Part 3: Thermal Conductivity Test

Geothermal Well Drilling—Demystified Part 3: Thermal Conductivity Test

Our test well is fully installed and grouted, and we've waited a full five days for the ground to cool down after all that drilling and compressed air. It’s finally time to begin our 48-hour thermal geothermal conductivity test….

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Geothermal Well Drilling—Demystified Part 2: Installing the Test Well

Geothermal Well Drilling—Demystified Part 2: Installing the Test Well

A well test is prescribed for any vertical geothermal loop field in a commercial-sized application. The well test provides an opportunity to analyze the heat transfer properties of geological formation at the well field site. Once analyzed, this information helps the design engineer….

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Hydronic System Pressure Maintenance with Pre-Piped Components

Hydronic System Pressure Maintenance with Pre-Piped Components

Except for an expansion tank and air separator, the components are often installed as a pre-piped assembly, ensuring long-term peace of mind and eliminating tedious piping work. In this blog post, we explain what these components are and the role each plays….

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