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Divcon Controls Pioneers Advanced Controls Solutions for Liquid-Cooled Data Centers, Addresses Complexities of Next-Gen AI Infrastructure with a Focus on Sustainability

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Divcon Controls, a leading innovator in mission critical Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) solutions, today announced its instrumental role in development of the Aligned Data Centers’ Advanced Cooling Lab, which recently opened in Phoenix, AZ. This collaboration highlights Divcon Controls’ commitment to developing sophisticated control solutions specifically designed to manage the unique and evolving challenges of mechanical assets within liquid-cooled data center environments, critical for the demands of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and High-Performance Computing (HPC), all while emphasizing sustainable operations.

The unveiling of Aligned Data Centers' Advanced Cooling Lab, marks a significant step forward in addressing the thermal demands of high-density computing. Divcon Controls served as the controls vendor for this cutting-edge facility, which is dedicated to testing and innovating advanced cooling solutions for Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) and emerging AI accelerators.

"As the data center landscape rapidly evolves to accommodate the immense power and cooling requirements of AI and HPC workloads, the complexities of managing mechanical systems in these environments are escalating," said Kevin Timmons, chief executive officer of Divcon Controls. "Our involvement with Aligned Data Centers' Advanced Cooling Lab has provided us with invaluable experience at the forefront of liquid cooling technology. We are actively developing and deploying advanced control solutions that not only optimize the performance of these sophisticated systems but also enhance their efficiency, reliability, and adaptability, contributing significantly to the sustainability goals of modern data centers."

The shift towards liquid cooling – whether through direct-to-chip, immersion, or hybrid approaches – introduces new layers of complexity for controls systems. Divcon Controls is focused on delivering solutions that:

  • Intelligently manage fluid dynamics and heat exchange: Ensuring precise control over coolant flow rates, temperatures, and pressures to maximize thermal transfer efficiency and prevent overheating, thereby reducing overall energy consumption.
  • Integrate seamlessly with diverse mechanical assets: From pumps, heat exchangers, and cooling distribution units (CDUs) to leak detection systems, Divcon Controls' solutions provide a unified and intelligent control layer that promotes optimal resource utilization.
  • Enable dynamic adaptation to fluctuating IT loads: As AI workloads scale and shift, our controls systems are designed to rapidly adjust cooling capacity, minimizing energy consumption while maintaining optimal operating conditions, leading to a more sustainable energy footprint.
  • Provide granular visibility and predictive analytics: Offering data center operators unparalleled insight into the health and performance of their liquid cooling infrastructure, enabling proactive maintenance and preventing downtime, which in turn extends asset lifecycles and reduces waste.
  • Support hybrid cooling environments: Facilitating the seamless transition and interplay between traditional air-cooled and advanced liquid-cooled systems, as demonstrated in Aligned’s Advanced Cooling Lab, promoting efficiency and adaptability for future growth.

Divcon Controls’ expertise in delivering robust and adaptive control systems is proving crucial as data centers embrace hybrid cooling environments, as showcased by Aligned's ability to transition from air-cooled to liquid-cooled systems within the same data hall. By leveraging advanced automation and real-time data analysis, Divcon Controls is empowering data center operators to unlock the full potential of their liquid-cooled infrastructure, ensuring future-proof asset and IT investments while adhering to critical sustainability objectives.

"Our collaboration with industry leaders like Aligned Data Centers underscores our commitment to innovation and our dedication to solving the most pressing challenges in data center infrastructure," added Timmons. "Divcon Controls is proud to be at the forefront of developing the intelligent control systems that will enable the next generation of high-density, AI-powered data centers to operate efficiently and reliably, with a strong focus on environmental responsibility."

Learn more about Aligned’s New Advanced Cooling Lab:

https://aligneddc.com/blog-post/handling-the-heat-a-look-inside-aligneds-new-advanced-cooling-lab/

About Aligned Data Centers

Aligned Data Centers is a leading technology infrastructure company offering innovative, sustainable, and adaptive Scale Data Centers and Build-to-Scale solutions for global hyperscale and enterprise customers. Our intelligent infrastructure allows densification and vertical growth within the same footprint, enabling customers to scale up without disruption, all while maintaining industry-leading Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE). By reducing the energy, water and space needed to operate, our data center solutions, combined with our patented cooling technology, offer businesses a competitive advantage by improving sustainability, reliability, and their bottom line. For more information, visit www.aligneddc.com.

About Divcon

Divcon provides innovative and reliable building automation and power monitoring solutions for mission-critical facilities. With a commitment to cutting-edge technology and deep industry expertise, Divcon helps data centers and other high-performance environments achieve optimal efficiency, uptime, and sustainability.

To learn more about Divcon, visit: https://divconcontrols.com/

"Our involvement with Aligned Data Centers' Advanced Cooling Lab has provided us with invaluable experience at the forefront of liquid cooling technology."

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