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As data centers scale into high-density AI factories, surpassing 100kW per rack, the challenge of managing heat is becoming more complex and more critical. Liquid cooling is no longer optional, but a foundational requirement, shifting focus toward how cooling systems are designed to scale efficiently with demand. As deployments evolve, getting the cooling loop right from the outset is essential to avoid inefficiencies and costly redesigns. At the core of this is the role of Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs), with ASHRAE TC 9.9 guidelines shaping how facility and IT systems are integrated. At the same time, maintaining fluid quality, filtration, and material compatibility is critical to ensuring long-term performance and reliability. Join this episode to discuss:

• Why liquid cooling is becoming unavoidable as rack densities push beyond 100kW
• What it takes to design a cooling loop that can scale with phased AI deployments
• The role of CDUs, and how ASHRAE TC 9.9 is shaping best practice
• How fluid quality, filtration, and material compatibility impact long-term system reliability