Grundfos
A Holistic Approach to Sustainable Infrastructure Cooling

At the heart of the digital revolution, data centers pulsate with the lifeblood of information, driving industries forward. As the digital ecosystem expands within these hubs of technological advancement, so does the heat generated by data processing. This compels data centers to pioneer new technologies that deliver efficient and sustainable cooling solutions.

Grundfos, a global leader in energy-efficient water solutions, steps into the arena as the solutions provider for this precise need. As the world's largest pump manufacturer operating across multiple industries, it offers cutting-edge water solutions crafted to meet the demands of data center cooling. Steadfast in its commitment to sustainability and addressing social challenges like water usage and energy consumption, the company is recognized in the data center industry for prioritizing environmental responsibility.

Embracing a customer-centric ethos, Grundfos facilitates end-to-end partnerships that shape its interactions with clients in their data center projects. Its cooling solutions cater to contractors, original equipment manufacturers and direct end users within the data center sector.

“Our mission is to pioneer solutions to meet global water and climate challenges while aligning seamlessly with the data center industry's infrastructure cooling objectives," says Ian MacHugh, lead key account manager at Grundfos.

In the data center industry, where swift responses to market demands are imperative, Grundfos strategically positions itself to meet these needs by offering custom solutions and standard part-numbered systems within its water-pumping systems portfolio.

The company takes a holistic approach to pump system design. Its collaboration with engineers, consultants, and end users, from project inception to completion, ensures comprehensive support throughout the design process. This commitment extends to production, where interactions with purchase channels, commissioning, and aftermarket support highlight Grundfos's dedication to delivering end-to-end services. Ongoing collaboration with the client's supply chain teams further ensures continuous pump support and system optimization.

Grundfos played a key role as the primary supplier of KPVS vertical, split-case, split-coupled pumps for the assets cooling of a major hyperscale and data center company. The industrial-grade KPVS pump, recognized for competitive pricing and easy serviceability, actively supports dynamic designs that improve energy and water efficiency.

For over a decade, the company has consistently supplied the pumps as the client’s data center operations expanded. Grundfos also caters to the cooling needs of other hyperscale and colocation entities through the KPVS pump.

The introduction of the DELTA HCU and Hydro MPC modular, packaged pumping systems streamlines installation and enhances overall efficiency. The widely acclaimed Grundfos E-pump range, which features rare-magnet ECM motors that achieve the highest efficiency levels, underscores Grundfos's commitment to innovation within the data center sector.

The company's focus extends beyond pump design to encompass the seamless integration of the pumps into the overall data center system, prioritizing the collective efficiency and performance of the entire infrastructure. Acknowledging pumps as integral components within the data center infrastructure, discussions with clients focus on integrating pumps into their systems with consideration of the center’s overall design.

Operational as a privately owned entity, the company is majority owned by the Grundfos Foundation, which extends support to foster sustainable business growth in alignment with its values. This distinctive ownership structure enables substantial reinvestment of profits into research and development of ground-breaking products, solidifying Grundfos's enduring market leadership position in water solutions.

As the demand for efficient and sustainable technology infrastructure solutions intensifies, Grundfos remains committed to providing cutting-edge pump and water solutions that redefine infrastructure cooling standards delivered with customer-centric and holistic support.