7/30/2008 12:00:00 AM ... Liebert Challenger ITR provides energy efficient cooling directly to data center rows
Columbus, Ohio (July 29, 2008) — As data center temperatures continue to rise and available space on raised floors grows smaller, Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson (NYSE: EMR) and the global leader in enabling Business-Critical Continuity™, has unveiled a new Liebert cooling system that can be easily positioned next to equipment racks to deliver focused cooling within the rack row.
The Liebert Challenger ITR, which has capacity to cool up to a nominal 23 kW or 33 kW, is a horizontal-flow unit designed for installation within rows of racks in data centers. The unit can be placed anywhere within the row where cooling is needed, and the horizontal airflow pattern enables the unit to be placed on both raised and non-raised floors. The unit’s 91-inch height allows it to be installed in computer rooms or network closets with low ceilings or hanging cabling. And at 43 inches deep, the unit aligns seamlessly with a row of racks.
Based on the proven cooling platform of the Liebert Challenger 3000, the Liebert Challenger ITR provides complete environmental control including cooling, reheat, dehumidification, humidification and filtration. The system is available in self-contained or split system designs, which enable the unit to be fitted with a variety of architectures. Cooling configurations include air, water, glycol, GLYCOOL and chilled water.
The unit’s scroll compressor and microprocessor control system work together to operate at maximum energy efficiency. The energy-efficient GLYCOOL free-cooling configuration allows the system to take advantage of cooler outdoor temperatures to reduce or eliminate compressor runtime.
“Today’s dense, high-speed computing technologies offer significant advantages, but data center managers often fail to anticipate the impact they will have on cooling demand,” said Dave Larson, product manager, Liebert Precision Cooling, Emerson Network Power. “The Liebert Challenger ITR is designed to deliver cooling where it’s needed the most — in the row of dense rack equipment at the source of the heat — to enable data center managers to deploy their virtualized servers or VoIP capabilities without fear of downtime caused by overheating.”
Key Liebert Challenger ITR features include:
- High-efficiency scroll compressor that allows for continual and precise adjustments in cooling, resulting in lower energy costs.
- Rapid response, precise humidity controls to maintain humidity levels required by sensitive electronics.
- Front and rear access that minimizes footprint while allowing ample room for service.
- Durable components designed for 24/7 operation.
- Operation at 85dBA—the quietest operation of any row-based cooling system.
For more information on the Liebert Challenger ITR, or any other Liebert technologies and services from Emerson Network Power, visit www.liebert.com.
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About Emerson Network Power
Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson (NYSE:EMR), is the global leader in enabling Business-Critical Continuity™ from grid to chip for telecommunication networks, data centers, health care and industrial facilities. Emerson Network Power provides innovative solutions and expertise in areas including AC and DC power and precision cooling systems, embedded computing and power, integrated racks and enclosures, power switching and controls, monitoring, and connectivity. All solutions are supported globally by local Emerson Network Power service technicians. Liebert power, precision cooling and monitoring products and services from Emerson Network Power improve the utilization and management of data center and network technologies by increasing IT system availability, flexibility and efficiency. For more information, visit www.liebert.com, www.emersonnetworkpower.com or www.eu.emersonnetworkpower.com.
About Emerson
Emerson (NYSE: EMR), based in St. Louis, is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions to customers through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and appliance and tools businesses. For more information, visit www.emerson.com.