In the world of data centres, efficiency and temperature management are of paramount importance. Traditional air cooling methods, while effective, are increasingly being supplemented by more innovative solutions. At Keysource, we’ve been at the forefront of this cooling evolution, offering our clients all the flexibility options for them to to explore the future of of their data centre’s efficiency and sustainability.

The Challenge of Data Centre Cooling

Data centres are the backbone of the digital world, serving as the lifeline for businesses and individuals alike. They process enormous amounts of data, often generating an immense amount of heat. Efficient cooling is essential to maintain the optimal performance of data centre equipment and to minimize energy consumption.

Traditionally, air cooling has been the go-to method for keeping data centres within the desired temperature range. While it’s effective to some extent, it’s far from perfect. As technology advances, high-performance servers and AI deployments generate more heat than ever before. This surge in heat necessitates a rethink of traditional cooling methods.

That’s where Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC) and Immersion Cooling come into play, offering innovative solutions to address these challenges head-on.

Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC): A Precise Solution

Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC) is a cutting-edge technology that’s gaining a lot of traction in the data centre world. It involves the circulation of a thermally conductive dielectric liquid directly in contact with hot components, such as processors. The liquid efficiently absorbs the heat and it’s then transferred to a heat exchanger for dissipation.

Keysource has harnessed the potential of DLC to support sustainable cloud services. Our recent project involved integrating immersive liquid cooling into our existing data centre in Runcorn, UK. This transformation allowed us to efficiently manage the higher temperatures generated by systems like High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) deployments. By submerging servers into a thermally conductive dielectric liquid or coolant, heat is efficiently removed from the system.

DLC offers numerous advantages, including a reduction in overall power consumption, improved power usage effectiveness (PUE) and the potential for reduced emissions by leveraging waste heat for district heating applications. It’s a solution that not only enhances performance but also aligns with our commitment to enabling our clients to find the most sustainable solution for their needs.

Immersion Cooling: A Deep Dive into Efficiency

Immersion Cooling takes a slightly different approach. Instead of circulating liquid directly over hot components, this method submerges entire servers in a dielectric coolant. By immersing the hardware in a bath of coolant, heat is efficiently dissipated and the need for traditional air cooling is significantly reduced.

As an industry leader, we understand that efficiency and sustainability are paramount in today’s data centre landscape. Immersion Cooling provides the same benefits as DLC, offering a reduction in energy consumption and improved PUE. This method is particularly effective for data centres with high-density equipment and demanding workloads.

Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC): A Precise Solution

Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC) is a cutting-edge technology that’s gaining a lot of traction in the data centre world. It involves the circulation of a thermally conductive dielectric liquid directly in contact with hot components, such as processors. The liquid efficiently absorbs the heat and it’s then transferred to a heat exchanger for dissipation.

Keysource has harnessed the potential of DLC to support sustainable cloud services. Our recent project involved integrating immersive liquid cooling into our existing data centre in Runcorn, UK. This transformation allowed us to efficiently manage the higher temperatures generated by systems like High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) deployments. By submerging servers into a thermally conductive dielectric liquid or coolant, heat is efficiently removed from the system.

Immersion Cooling: A Deep Dive into Efficiency

Immersion Cooling takes a slightly different approach. Instead of circulating liquid directly over hot components, this method submerges entire servers in a dielectric coolant. By immersing the hardware in a bath of coolant, heat is efficiently dissipated and the need for traditional air cooling is significantly reduced.

As an industry leader, we understand that efficiency and sustainability are paramount in today’s data centre landscape. Immersed Cooling provides the same benefits as DLC, offering a reduction in energy consumption and improved PUE. This method is particularly effective for data centres with high-density equipment and demanding workloads.

The Future of Data Centre Cooling

In the race to stay ahead in the digital era, data centre operators need to explore innovative cooling solutions. Keysource is at the forefront of this technological revolution, offering both DLC and Immersion Cooling as viable options for businesses looking to enhance their data centre performance while reducing their environmental footprint.

Getronics, a global IT services company, is a prime example of the real-world success of Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC). They’ve harnessed the power of DLC to support sustainable cloud services. Keysource collaborated with Getronics to integrate immersive liquid cooling into their existing data centre in Runcorn, UK. This transformation allowed them to efficiently manage the higher temperatures generated by systems like High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) deployments.