HYPER-CONVERGED INFRASTRUCTURE
GRC® | February 21, 2023
On February 20, 2023, GRC® (Green Revolution Cooling), the leading company in immersion cooling for data centers, announced Korea's leading lubricant company, SK Enmove's participation in GRC's ElectroSafe® Fluid Partner Program.
SK Enmove's participation in the program allows GRC's global data center customers access to SK Enmove's proprietary immersion cooling fluids. Moreover, the partnership enables both companies to jointly develop and enhance new fluid formulations and advancements.
SK Enmove has developed an engineered thermal fluid that optimizes cooling for immersion-cooled data centers, delivering enhanced cooling efficiency and fire stability for data center operators. The proprietary fluid also increases the performance of server output and system safety while reducing operational costs and environmental impact. In addition, SK Enmove's fluid is engineered to withstand the equipment's lifespan and is recyclable and reusable after decommissioning, which aligns with the company's longstanding commitment to sustainability. The firm is currently one of the leading providers of EV fluid in the market.
GRC's ElectroSafe Fluid Partner Program assesses and approves dielectric fluids specifically intended for GRC's immersion cooling systems. This guarantees that the solutions are both environmentally responsible and globally available. They meet expectations regarding material compatibility, performance, safety, and customer requirements for increased data center energy efficiency, cooling capacity, and reliability. Additionally, all fluids accepted in the program aid in achieving GRC customers' ESG objectives while improving data center performance.
About GRC®
GRC® (Green Revolution Cooling) is a company that provides innovative cooling solutions for data centers, high-performance computing, and artificial intelligence applications. Founded in 2009, the company's technology utilizes a unique liquid immersion cooling method that is environmentally friendly, energy-efficient, and cost-effective. Several products, including the ICEraQ™ and ICEtank® immersion cooling systems, help reduce energy consumption and increase computing performance. The firm has received several industry awards and recognitions, including the TechTarget 2020 Product of the Year, the CRN 2021 Data Center 100, and the Top Tier Product 2021 by the environmental organization, Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI). GRC continues to expand its reach and partnerships with companies like SK Enmove.
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HYPER-CONVERGED INFRASTRUCTURE, APPLICATION STORAGE
Pure Storage | March 06, 2023
Pure Storage®, the IT pioneer that provides the most sophisticated data storage technology and services, has recently introduced FlashBlade//ETM, a scale-out unstructured data repository designed to accommodate exponential data growth with best-in-class energy efficiency. FlashBlade//E eliminates the need for customers to settle for disc storage, as its acquisition cost is comparable to that of disc, and its operational costs are much lower.
FlashBlade//E offers an improved approach to managing unstructured data growth efficiently, reliably, and sustainably, with an industry-leading user experience and economics allowing customers to eliminate disc in their data center. Its advantages include:
FlashBlade//E is the industry leader in energy efficiency, consuming up to five times less energy than the disk-based systems it will substitute. The larger the system, the more efficient it is, thereby assisting organizations in achieving their increasingly vital sustainability objectives.
FlashBlade//E is designed to flex and grow on demand, with 10-20x more consistency than hard disk-based systems, without disruption or forklift upgrades. The solution is easy to manage at any scale due to its cloud-like simplicity, adaptability, and predictable performance.
FlashBlade//E is offered for less than $0.20 per GB, including three years of support. The platform begins at 4PB and scales while providing dependable performance.
The solution will be available to the general public by the end of April 2023. In addition to the standard purchase, customers can deploy FlashBlade//E through an innovative service tier of Pure's Evergreen//One Storage-as-a-Service (STaaS) subscription, offering a cloud experience and pay-as-you-go economics with on-premises deployment control.
About Pure Storage
Pure Storage is a leading data storage company that simplifies data management for organizations. Its cloud-based solutions empower customers to optimize data utilization while minimizing infrastructure complexity and costs. The company's commitment to providing storage-as-a-service enables customers to quickly and easily adapt to changing data needs, regardless of workload or application. With an industry-leading Net Promoter Score, it is dedicated to customer satisfaction and continually expanding its roster of delighted clients. Additionally, the firm prioritizes sustainability in all aspects of its business, striving to reduce the carbon and energy footprints of data centers worldwide.
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HYPER-CONVERGED INFRASTRUCTURE, APPLICATION STORAGE
Centerline Communications, LLC | February 15, 2023
On February 14, 2023, Centerline Communications LLC, a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity and a pioneer in the construction, design, and maintenance of critical infrastructure, fiber, and wireless networks for Fortune 500 clients, has announced the acquisition of Pearson Pelletier Telecom ("PPT"). This is Centerline's sixth acquisition under Audax's ownership, and it will support rising demand for these services throughout the merged company's blue-chip client base.
The deal to merge with PPT is the most recent in a series of acquisitions by Centerline to expand its reach across North America.
CEO of Centerline, Josh Delman, said, "The combination of Centerline and PPT brings together unparalleled capabilities in critical infrastructure design, build, and maintenance services." He added, "Together, we are creating additional value for our employees, customers, and suppliers as we implement our primary business strategy to provide turnkey solutions for all critical infrastructure facilities and networks."
(Source – Businesswire)
PPT is a key provider of wireless network and infrastructure services in Canada, offering line and antenna services to Bell Mobility, Rogers Communications, Telus, and Videotron. Historically, PPT has operated in the Quebec and Ontario markets, but it has made new endeavors to grow throughout Canada in recent years. PPT intends to deliver more services, including wireline and engineering services, to its blue-chip clientele and will collaborate with Centerline to implement this plan.
About Centerline Communications, LLC
Centerline Communications is a privately owned, comprehensive provider of professional services. It is a prominent critical telecom infrastructure company founded in 2006. It focuses on designing, building, and managing next-generation wireless and wireline networks and critical infrastructure facilities. Site acquisition and A&E design, radio frequency (RF) engineering, DAS installation and integration, cell tower development, general telecommunications construction and maintenance, HVAC & generator maintenance, facility management services, and general construction services are among the company's business lines. Fiber technicians, tower technicians, RF engineers, RF technicians, DAS technicians, construction managers, electricians, systems integrators, project managers, and wireless carrier coordinators are employed by Centerline.
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