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The future of industrial water treatment is here. In our latest blog, we explore how AI, smart sensors, automation, and water reuse technologies are transforming the industry — making systems more efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gPwWC7m6 #industrialwatertreatment #industrialwastewater #reverseosmosis #slatplateclarifiers #waterreuse #waterrecycling #waterreclamation

Donaldson Unveils Contura Pulse Controller with Built-In iCue™ Technology for Efficient Dust Collection Donaldson Filtration Solutions has launched the Contura Pulse Controller, a dust collector control system with built-in iCue™ Connected Technology. The integrated design streamlines connectivity, enabling real-time data tracking, performance optimization, and proactive maintenance to boost equipment efficiency.

Complex compliance processes shouldn’t stand in the way of bringing new power generation projects online. Connection delays waste time, increase costs, and slow down electrification. At East-West Digital, we’re building AI-powered products that cut through complexity and deliver faster, smarter outcomes. Our latest tool redefines how grid connection assessments are done, combining speed, accuracy, and standardization. Discover how digital innovation is transforming grid compliance. #DigitalProducts #GridCompliance #Innovation #EastWestDigital

Cooling innovation is critical to the future of data centres. In this interview with Mike Loder for Ticker News Hub, our very own Head of Data Centres, Lizzi Long explores how advanced cooling strategies - like direct liquid and immersion cooling, are reshaping the way we manage heat, sustainability, and performance in high-density environments. As AI and compute demands surge, traditional cooling methods are no longer enough. This conversation highlights why smarter infrastructure design is essential for efficiency and resilience. To watch the full segment and read the article visit: https://lnkd.in/gecx3sGc Thank you Ticker News and Mike Loder. #DataCentres #CoolingTech #Sustainability #AIInfrastructure #LiquidCooling #Interactive

What does 99.9999998% uptime actually mean? Let me break it down: Most "reliable" UPS solutions promise five or six 9s. Sounds solid… until you realize that’s still hours of downtime over a decade. For today’s high-capacity workplaces, AI infrastructure, and always-on operations, those hours translate into real risks: lost revenue, disrupted services, frazzled IT teams. I’ve seen businesses spend more time (and cash) playing catch-up than if their systems simply stayed up in the first place. Vertiv’s new Trinergy UPS doesn’t just raise the bar. It launches it into orbit: 99.9999998% uptime. That’s a projected thirty seconds of downtime over TEN YEARS. Seconds: not hours. For critical facilities, that’s a superpower. Why does this matter for you and your customers? - Downtime costs are nearly eliminated. No more scrambling. - Modular self-isolating design keeps your backup running: even during maintenance. - Integrates seamlessly with lithium-ion batteries, nickel-zinc, or other sources to fit any setup. - Smaller footprint and simplified installs mean less clutter, more uptime. Don't accept downtime. Visit our website to learn more about our power protection solutions. acerts.com

Real-time remote monitoring with ERMES leads to: • Better chemical dosing • Reduced water and energy waste • Improved system lifespan • Audit-ready reporting It’s not just digital. It’s transformational.

💧 Why Low-Conductivity Coolants Matter Every watt of computing power creates heat — and the bigger the data center, the harder it becomes to manage that heat efficiently and safely. Most people think “just use water” when it comes to cooling. But as data centers and crypto facilities scale, water alone introduces three major challenges: Corrosion & conductivity — untreated water can cause short circuits, degrade metals, or damage circuits if not managed. Scaling & bio-growth — untreated water quickly fouls pipes and heat exchangers. Evaporation losses — open cooling systems waste enormous volumes of water to evaporation or blow-down. That’s why operators are moving toward low-conductivity glycol/water coolants — engineered fluids that provide safer, more efficient, and more sustainable thermal management. ⚙️ How the Systems Differ Method | Efficiency | Water Use | Maintenance | Risks / Limits • Air Cooling — Moderate | Minimal | Moderate | High energy cost, limited density • Water Cooling — High | High | High | Corrosion, biofouling, conductivity • Closed-Loop Glycol — High+ | Low | Low | Slightly higher pumping power • Oil Immersion — Low | None | Moderate | Expensive, hardware adaptation (Data compiled from DOE / FEMP guidance and industry benchmarks.) 💡 Why Low-Conductivity Matters Electrical conductivity in a coolant determines how safely it can operate near sensitive electronics. De-ionized water starts out “non-conductive,” but it quickly picks up ions. Glycol/water blends with high tech corrosion inhibitors stay chemically stable and resist ion build-up. This stability allows closed-loop systems to operate for years with minimal water loss and lower risk of short circuits. The result: ✅ Less evaporation and blowdown ✅ Better corrosion control ✅ Lower total cost of operation ✅ Safer cooling environment for electronics 🌱 The Bigger Picture As regulations tighten around both energy and water use, coolant chemistry is becoming a strategic decision----not just a maintenance one. Low-conductivity glycol systems can cut water use by up to 90 % compared to open towers and lower overall power consumption by improving heat-transfer efficiency. This technology will likely define the next generation of sustainable data centers. Closing Thought: Innovation isn’t only about faster chips — it’s about the chemistry that keeps them cool.

🔎 Today, we focus on a climate parameter critical for industrial projects: 𝗺𝗮𝘅𝗶𝗺𝘂𝗺 𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 ➡ What is maximum temperature? In engineering, maximum temperature defines the threshold that has an acceptable probability of being exceeded. It is essential for designing resilient cooling systems in data centers, power plant condensers, industrial processes, cold-storage, and more. ➡ Why does it matter? Exceeding the maximum design temperature can disrupt operations, damage infrastructure, and generate significant financial and operational losses. For example, in July 2022, two NHS data centers in London failed during a heatwave, resulting in £1.4 million in direct costs and over 60 days to fully restore services. 🌡️ With climate change driving more frequent and severe heat extremes, how are you rethinking your maximum temperature assumptions? 📩 Let's talk about it: contact@callendar.tech

Surging demand from AI, electrification, manufacturing, and data centers is set to push U.S. electric grid load ~16% higher in five years—on infrastructure largely built in the mid-20th century. New plants and wires can take 5–15 years and a full-scale overhaul of the U.S. power system is ~$5T. In his latest Forbes Technology Council piece, George Sakellaris makes a compelling case for the fastest lever we have: the demand side. Commercial buildings waste ~30% of the energy they use, and data-driven upgrades can cut consumption up to 50%, easing grid strain and lowering costs now. Read the full article here: https://hubs.ly/Q03NKHqV0 #EnergyEfficiency #BuiltEnvironment #GridResilience #Forbes

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗔𝗜-𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 Traditional backup isn’t enough anymore. Diesel generators and UPS units only react after the grid has already failed. They keep the lights on, but they don’t prevent costly disruptions, protect sensitive equipment, or optimize your energy assets. That’s why mission-critical organizations are moving beyond “backup” toward AI-driven microgrids. At e2Companies, our R3Di® Virtual Utility® delivers: ⚡ Utility-grade conditioned power, eliminating sags, surges, and harmonics ⚡ Millisecond switching for seamless ride-through ⚡ AI optimization across generation, storage, and load controls This isn’t just about resilience. It’s about transforming power from a sunk cost into a strategic advantage. An advantage that safeguards operations and unlocks new revenue through demand response and grid services. Traditional backup waits for failure. AI-driven microgrids prevent it.