Philippines’ First Liquid Cooling Showroom Unveiled

STT GDC Philippines, Vertiv, Dell Technologies, and Novare Technologies have launched the country’s first liquid cooling technology showroom, showcasing innovations designed for AI and high-performance computing (HPC).

Located at STT GDC Philippines’ headquarters in Makati City, the AI Synergy Lab highlights direct-to-chip liquid cooling, featuring Dell PowerEdge servers and Vertiv’s Liebert® XDU100 coolant distribution units (CDU). The facility aims to help enterprises optimize data center efficiency while reducing energy consumption.

“At STT GDC Philippines, we’re not just prepared for the future – we’re actively shaping it,” said Carlo Malana, president and CEO of STT GDC Philippines. “This showcase allows customers to experience and gain firsthand insight into the power of our infrastructure, enabling them to optimize their investment decisions before committing their own capital expenditure.”

Liquid cooling technology is gaining traction as a more efficient alternative to traditional air cooling, particularly for high-density servers. By using the superior thermal transfer properties of liquid, this method can remove up to 80% of the heat generated by AI servers, significantly improving power usage effectiveness (PUE).

“In today’s fast-evolving world of data centers and computing, effective and efficient management of heat loads is more critical than ever,” said Hitesh Prajapati, vice president of Southeast Asia at Vertiv. “We are seeing a move towards more innovative thermal management technologies, and liquid cooling is one of them.”

The AI Synergy Lab serves as a testbed for enterprises exploring liquid cooling solutions. Visitors can observe real-time applications of the technology and evaluate its potential integration into their operations.

“The unveiling of the Philippines’ first liquid cooling showroom is more than an industry milestone—it’s a testament to the power of innovation and collaboration,” said Victor M. Silvino, CEO of Novare Technologies.

As businesses in the Philippines adopt AI and HPC, energy-efficient cooling solutions like direct liquid cooling (DLC) will play a critical role in optimizing data centers while aligning with sustainability goals.