Welcome to the Upsite Blog
Capturing the Evolution of Data Center Cooling and Airflow ManagementData Center Education and Knowledge
That is what you’ll gain with the Upsite Blog. We’ve been posting for several years now. One might think there is only so much to say about data center cooling and airflow management, but as a testament to our passion, and the ever changing landscape of data centers and computer rooms, we still have plenty left to talk about.
We hope you’ll find the content herein valuable and useful as you begin, or continue, your journey towards data center cooling optimization.
Going Green in 2022: It’s Time to Get Creative and Take Initiative
One year ago, I wrote Going Green in 2021, and there have already been many updates and changes in our industry. I can't believe it's already been a year since I wrote that blog. It wasn't until the blog editor emailed me for an update that I realized just how far...
The State of Data Center Real Estate
COVID-19 created a demand for computing power like the data center industry never experienced before. Life moved online rapidly and usage of streaming services, social media apps, and work-from-home services like Zoom, Slack, and others, skyrocketed. This spike in...
The Great (Data Center) Resignation: Are You Ready?
I had an absolute blast at the latest AFCOM Data Center World event in Orlando. It was the first in-person conference I had attended in two years! We had some great sessions, discussed some great topics, and got to play with some really cool technology.There was one...
The Importance of Mutual Understanding Between IT and Facilities – Part 7b: Airflow Management Best Practices
Adhering to airflow management best practices can reduce required airflow volume and allow you to increase cooling unit set points, lowering energy fan costs, lowering chiller energy costs, and increasing free cooling hours. Server Virtualization Server virtualization...
The Importance of Mutual Understanding Between IT and Facilities – Part 7a: Airflow Management Best Practices
Adhering to airflow management best practices can reduce required airflow volume and allow you to increase cooling unit set points, lowering energy fan costs, lowering chiller energy costs, and increasing free cooling hours. Raised Floor Grommets and Blanking Panels...
