As rack densities rise and compute demand accelerates, data center cooling strategies are being pushed to their limits.

Maximizing IT sellable area has become a critical outcome of effective thermal design, directly influencing revenue per square meter, cost per kW deployed, and the ability to scale without major facility expansion. In high-density environments, cooling infrastructure is no longer a passive utility, but a defining factor in how efficiently space, airflow, and capacity are utilized.

This Daikin whitepaper examines how rethinking perimeter cooling can unlock hidden capacity within the data hall. It explores how compact, high-performance cooling architectures improve airflow efficiency, reduce recirculation, and reclaim valuable floor space traditionally consumed by conventional systems.