By offering the most advanced features and performance on the market, Liebert PCW enables IT managers to respond more efficiently to changes in data center density, heat transfer rate, capacity, and availability needs.
“Driven by the confluence of rising energy prices, the massive increase in cloud workloads and continued pressure on IT budgets, power and cooling have become even more critical issues than they were a few years ago,” according to the September 2011 report from Forrester Research Inc.: “Updated Q3 2011: Power And Cooling Heat Up The Data Center.”.
The Liebert PCW cooling system stands out among current solutions by featuring a unique aerodynamic interior design that allows companies to reduce data center operating costs by up to 70%. This is made possible by a combination of advanced technology and a meticulous redesign of the unit's interior, which promotes improved airflow. In developing the Liebert PCW, Emerson Network Power has combined a state-of-the-art electronically commutated fan, a cutting-edge Liebert iCOM control system, high-efficiency filters, and an ultrasonic humidifier, all while ensuring easy installation and flexible configuration.
Designed for medium and large data centers, and also suitable for smaller data centers and server rooms, the Liebert PCW cooling system can be applied to a perimeter cooling configuration in modules ranging from 30 kW to 230 kW or more. The Liebert PCW maintains maximum availability and optimal energy efficiency while dynamically monitoring and responding to the data server's needs at any given time.
Undoubtedly, one of the standout features of the Liebert PCW cooling system is its redesigned chassis. Emerson Network Power engineers studied the airflow within the floor-mounted unit and completely redesigned the Liebert PCW's internal components, from the battery angle to the electrical panel design. Optimized internal aerodynamics are a key differentiator, reducing airflow resistance and promoting maximum efficiency. Thanks to the new aerodynamic design, the Liebert PCW is able to lower the cooling system's operating costs while using less energy. Furthermore, the specially designed EC Fan 2.0 and new high-efficiency automotive filters reduce noise levels. The cutting-edge technology at the heart of the Liebert PCW has seven pending patents focused on efficiency, performance, and reduced operating costs.
The Liebert PCW is part of the SmartAisle™ cooling solution and offers an intelligent way to keep vital data systems running while minimizing costs. Key components of the solution include a selection of water connections and modifications for easier handling, alignment, installation, and maintenance. It also includes adjustable feet and power cables with quick connectors. Designed for simplified installation and easy maintenance, the Liebert PCW is available in three different configurations for flexible setup. Liebert iCOM is an intelligent control algorithm developed for the SmartAisle application (cold aisle containment system) to manage temperature and provide precisely the right cooling and airflow for servers without wasting a single watt.
