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Demand for data is growing, while margins are shrinking. For operators, energy demand has long been the largest cost factor. This article explains why PUE is your most important guide and how you can significantly reduce operating costs in the data center through smart upgrades to building systems and gas engines – without costly new…

Data centers are the beating heart of the digital economy, but their exponentially growing energy demand presents operators with historic challenges. This comprehensive guide examines the critical infrastructure of modern data centers — from architecture and hyperscaler strategies to self-sufficient power generation using gas engines.

From Nevada’s most secure bunker to seawater cooling in Finland, discover 5 of the world’s most significant data centers. Learn how giants like Switch, Google, and the NSA are pushing physical boundaries and why underwater innovations off the coasts of China and Scotland are the answer to the energy challenges of the future.

When the grid fails, a data center’s emergency power supply can be worth millions. Learn why gas engines and rapid ramp‑up are the resilient answer to blackouts.

A reliable data center tolerates no downtime. Yet it’s often the emergency power supply that becomes the weak link when maintenance plans blindly follow the calendar instead of the equipment’s actual condition. Learn why “Silent Failures” are the greatest threat to your uptime and how load-bank testing, predictive maintenance, and precisely matched spare parts can…

Artificial intelligence’s appetite for energy is forcing hyperscalers to take radical steps. While Microsoft is reactivating nuclear power plants and Google is turning to geothermal energy, the software in the server room often determines efficiency. Read what we can learn from the giants’ strategies and how you can future-proof your own infrastructure with virtualization using…

Is your gas engine approaching the 60,000-hour mark? Instead of costly new investments, a general overhaul offers an efficient alternative for data centers. Learn how the short-block method reduces costs, minimizes downtime, and secures your system’s long-term performance through technical upgrades.

When a gas engine reaches the end of its service life, data center operators face a complex choice. Is replacing the short-block sufficient, or must the entire genset be replaced? This article examines the pros and cons of short-block, long-block, and complete genset replacement. Find out which strategy minimizes downtime and protects your budget.

In an industry marked by supply bottlenecks and cost pressures, the market for “Second Life” aggregates is becoming increasingly attractive. A used engine is not scrap metal, but a strategic resource. Learn how you can generate liquidity by selling decommissioned equipment or save significantly on investment costs by purchasing refurbished machines without compromising reliability.

A gas engine in a data center must operate under extreme conditions. Rapid start-ups and sudden load spikes often cause severe thermal stress, leading to material fatigue. Learn why standard components often hit their limits here and how optimized cooling, intelligent monitoring, and heat-resistant upgrades can significantly extend the service life of your units.

The cylinder head is the most highly stressed component in a gas engine. Extreme pressures and temperature fluctuations often cause cracks in standard parts, resulting in immediate failure. Learn how to achieve maximum combustion chamber reliability for data center gas engines through design optimizations, improved alloys, and smart refurbishment strategies.