Design Reliable, Contamination-Controlled
Data Center Cooling Systems
Filtration solutions engineered for chilled water loops, CDU systems, and liquid cooling infrastructure—
helping engineering teams protect performance, reduce fouling, and ensure long-term system reliability.
Data centers are the backbone of the digital economy, supporting cloud computing, AI, streaming, and enterprise IT. With exponentially growing data traffic and computing power, data centers require robust, efficient cooling systems to maintain optimal operating temperatures and protect sensitive equipment.
Cooling systems in data centers range from traditional chilled water loops and cooling towers to advanced liquid immersion and direct-to-chip cooling technologies. Filtration is critical to maintain system efficiency, prevent corrosion and fouling, and ensure long-term reliability.
Built for the Realities of Modern Data Center Cooling
Today’s cooling systems demand clean, stable, and corrosion-free water. Integrating filtration at the design stage ensures reliability from day one.
| Value Driver | Engineering Impact |
|---|---|
| System Uptime | Prevents exchanger blockages, pump failure, and flow degradation. |
| Energy Efficiency | Clean water = better heat transfer = lower kW/ton. |
| Design Flexibility | Custom filter housings and flow rates tailored to your layout |
| Regulatory Readiness | Supports LEED, ASHRAE 90.1, and sustainability goals. |
| Ongoing Support | Maintenance planning, monitoring solutions, and retrofit-ready |
Where Filtration Fits In Your Cooling System
| Location | Global Filter Solutions | Filter Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Incoming Water Particulate Filter |
Filter Bag or High Flow Cartridge | Prevent initial contamination and scaling by removing suspended solids, silt, organics, and biological matter from incoming city or well water before it enters the closed-loop system. |
| 2 Side Stream Filtration |
High Flow Cartridge or Polypropylene Pleated Depth | Continuously polishes a portion (5–15%) of the circulating loop water to remove suspended solids, corrosion byproducts (rust, scale), and microbiological growth. Keeps the entire system clean without shutting down operations; reduces fouling of coils, chillers, and heat exchangers. |
| 3 Condenser/Heat Exchanger Protection |
High Flow Cartridge or Polypropylene Pleated Depth | Protect high-value equipment from fouling by utilizing inline filtration directly upstream of condenser tubes or plate-and-frame heat exchangers to stop scale particles, rust, and solids. |
| 4 Heat Exchanger/CDU Protection |
Polyethersulfone Pleated Membrane | Removes fine and sub-micron particulate before water enters the CDU, protecting micro-channel heat exchangers and cold plates from fouling, flow restriction, and heat transfer loss—ensuring stable cooling performance and system reliability. |
| 5 CDU/Server Rack Protection |
Polyethersulfone Pleated Membrane | Provides final-point, high-efficiency particulate removal immediately before liquid enters server cold plates, preventing micro-channel blockage, maintaining precise flow distribution, and protecting mission-critical IT hardware from thermal performance degradation. |
Vessel Selection by Application
Selecting the right filtration vessel for a data center cooling system depends on where it is installed within the process and the demands of that specific application. Factors such as flow rate, pressure requirements, available footprint, and service accessibility all play a critical role in proper vessel sizing and configuration. Whether used for full-flow protection or side-stream filtration, the right vessel ensures consistent performance, efficient particulate removal, and long-term system reliability.
Make-Up Water, Tower Water & Side Stream Filtration
GMBV/GMBE-Series Bag Vessel
GMBV-Series Multi-Bag Vessels are designed for high flow and/or high contaminant load applications where clean effluent is critical. The V-ring design provides a positive snap-fit to ensure against by-pass.
– Accommodates both bag and High-Flow filters without modification
– Flow pressure up to 150psi
– Flow volume up to 150/gpm per hole
– Standard up to 12-Round (larger vessels available by custom order)
Closed-Loop System
GMBV/GMBE-Series Bag Vessel
GMBV-Series Multi-Bag Vessels are designed for high flow and/or high contaminant load applications where clean effluent is critical. The V-ring design provides a positive snap-fit to ensure against by-pass.
– Accommodates both bag and High-Flow filters without modification
– Flow pressure up to 150psi
– Flow volume up to 150/gpm per hole
– Standard up to 12-Round (larger vessels available by custom order)
Cold Plate & Liquid Immersion
GTCH-Series Cartridge Vessel
GTCH Series Multi-round Cartridge Vessels are designed for industrial and high purity applications. Vessels are constructed of 304 or 316L stainless steel and accept DOE, 222/FLAT, and 222/FIN end cartridges in 10, 20, 30 & 40 inch lengths.
– Constructed of 304 or 316L Stainless Steel
– Flow pressure up to 150psi
– Universal seat cups accept 222 and DOE end cap cartridges
– Standard up to 51-Round (larger vessels available by custom order)
– Available in 10, 20, 30, & 40 inch cartridges