With the growing demands of converged data and increase in traffic growth, more networks are turning to high density computing, leading to hot spots. The development of hot spots in a facility is a cooling challenge for operators, as they scramble to keep temperatures (and their operating expenses) low. Precision cooling offers telco operators more reliability, control and manageability; and is capable of doing more with less power, in contrast to comfort cooling units.   Market Drivers: Comfort Cooling versus Precision Cooling In contrast to comfort cooling, precision cooling solutions offer better manageability, in terms of temperature and humidity control. Furthermore, precision cooling protects sensitive network equipment, extending their life cycles and limiting (if not eliminating) downtime. Market Trends: Market Trends: Addressing Telco Cooling Challenges Cooling experts have determined that support infrastructure, including precision cooling as a major component, consumes anywhere between 25 to 35 percent of the energy used in a telco’s infrastructure. With that much energy being used, it is timely that telcos are beginning to understand how energy is used within a facility. Market Enablers: Introducing the Liebert Datamate Offering high performance, sensible cooling for small computer rooms and network closets, all eyes are on Liebert DM for this month's issue.
	Comfort Cooling versus Precision Cooling Emerson Network Power has long led the debate on comfort cooling versus precision cooling, when it comes to critical IT/network infrastructure. After all, we have built our expertise around precision cooling, having invented it through our Liebert business back in 1965! More Addressing Telco Cooling Challenges Telcos face a unique challenge when considering cooling. Cooling represents a vital part of network operations: protecting equipment from overheating and damage, ensuring the conditions for optimal equipment function as well as prolonging the lifespan of equipment that represents a substantial investment. At the same time, however, it is a major expenditure of energy. More Introducing the Liebert Datamate The Liebert Datamate (DM) is perfect for telco operations, particularly when comfort cooling is not enough. The DM is recommended for use in server/computer rooms, electrical switch board rooms, telco closets, satellite earth stations and UPS rooms. Designed with a small footprint, this front-access cooling solution is built with reliability for 24/365 operation. More
	Best in class products that display technology leadership, indoor and outside solutions that are modular but can be fully customized as well as network wide monitoring and Energy management solutions that integrate service support around Asia will be featured in future editions of CommsConnect.