Data Center
In a world where downtime is not an option, resilient gas engines form the backbone of your data center. We show you how to maximize data availability and eliminate critical downtime through precise maintenance, intelligent remote monitoring, and targeted efficiency upgrades. From complying with strict NOx limits to performing major overhauls after 60,000 operating hours, we ensure the long-term reliability of your assets. Technology is our drive, efficiency our focus. We support you on your path to the green data center of tomorrow.
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Efficiency upgrades: the key to combating high energy costs in the data center
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 construction and with immediate ROI.
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Green IT and sustainability: alternative fuels for green data centers
The data center of the future is more than just a data fortress – it's an active part of the energy transition. But the path to a "green data center" requires more than just renewable energy certificates. Learn how alternative fuels, hydrogen-ready engines, and innovative cooling technologies can minimize your environmental footprint while reducing operating costs.
Strategic spare parts supply to prevent critical downtime in the data center
When a gas engine is down, every minute counts. But fast repairs often fail not because of the technicians' skill, but because a simple component isn't available. Read why "just-in-time" fails in a crisis and how you can drastically reduce delivery times for spare parts in the data center by strategically stocking Critical Spares and choosing independent partners.
AORA and EDI for maximum flexibility and real-time monitoring in the data center
In many high-tech data centers, analog equipment still runs in the basement: outdated motor controllers act as "black boxes" that conceal data and only report errors when it is too late. Read how you can regain full data sovereignty, enable predictive maintenance, and make your existing systems fit for the digital age by retrofitting them with AORA or EDI.
Know-how for technicians: PowerUP in-house training courses for trouble-free data center operations
A data center is only as reliable as the people who maintain it. Yet technicians are often confronted with highly complex gas engines and must rely on "learning by doing"—a risk for any critical infrastructure. Discover how tailored in-house training not only reduces the error rate but also turns your employees into confident experts in MWM and Jenbacher units.
Waste heat utilization and the role of air conditioning in the data center
Every watt of computing power produces heat, which is often costly to dissipate. For operators, the electricity required for cooling is a major expense. Read how you can break this cycle by intelligently using waste heat—either to provide on-site cooling with absorption chillers or as a revenue source in the district heating network. Transform your data center from an energy waster into an efficient energy converter.
The role of gas engines: Why stationary CHP systems are the foundation of data center power supply
In a world of volatile power grids, simply drawing power from the substation is no longer sufficient. For data center managers responsible for personal data and AI workloads, self-sufficiency is the new currency. Read why stationary combined heat and power (CHP) systems are replacing diesel generators and how combined cooling, heat, and power (CCHP) not only increases reliability but also optimizes PUE.
Compliance with laws and standards (e.g., KWKG, EEffG) in the data center
Things are getting tighter for data center managers: a flood of new regulations – from the Energy Efficiency Act (EEffG) to the KRITIS regulation – requires not only technical but also legal expertise. But those who know the rules can benefit. Learn how to avoid penalties, secure government subsidies via the KWKG, and make your facility audit-proof through smart upgrades.
Physical security, fire safety, and emergency management in the data center
As the world focuses on cyber threats, physical dangers often lurk in the shadows. A fire or unauthorized access can destroy a data center in minutes. This article sheds light on the onion principle of physical security, modern gas-based fire suppression systems, and why fire protection in the server room must do without water. Secure your critical infrastructure holistically.
The Structure of a Data Center in Detail
A data center is far more than a hall full of servers. It is a highly complex organism in which power, cooling, and security must operate in perfect symbiosis. This article dissects the anatomy of a modern data center – from the "white space" and redundant cabling to the massive external backup power system. Get to know the building blocks that guarantee digital immortality.
5 of the World’s Most Significant Data Centers: Giants and Underwater Innovations
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.
How to prevent overheating and thermal stress in data center operations
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.
Emission reduction made easy: NOx limits in data centers and PowerUPs compliance solutions
Stricter environmental laws are putting data center operators under pressure. Exceeding current NOx limits can lead to fines or even shutdown. Read how you can master the balancing act between high performance and clean air, and why in‑engine measures are often the more economical alternative to the expensive catalytic converter.
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