Schneider Electric Korea (Korea Branch Representative: Kyung-Rok Kim) is significantly contributing to improving the economic efficiency of data center operations by reducing data center energy consumption with its cooling solutions.

Schneider recently highlighted the importance of data center thermal management and introduced its cooling system.

As digital technology advances, the scale and demand for data centers, which store and manage data, are growing significantly. Data centers must manage and operate massive amounts of data reliably 24/7, generating significant heat as they operate numerous IT devices. Cooling is crucial in data centers, with cooling accounting for approximately 45% of total power consumption.

Schneider Electric offers cooling solutions that maximize energy efficiency and enhance reliability. From large data centers to small computer rooms, the company offers a wide range of products, covering all types of air conditioning equipment required in data centers. Furthermore, by integrating these devices with Schneider Electric's digital platform, EcoStruxure, you can expect positive energy efficiency management benefits.

Schneider Electric's "Free Cooling Chiller" utilizes a free cooling system utilizing outdoor air to minimize annual energy usage and lower operating expenses (OPEX). Capable of accommodating power ranging from 300 to 2,200 kW, it's ideal for large data centers. By utilizing a free cooling system utilizing outdoor air, it minimizes compressor operation during the off-season and winter months, while fans and pumps control chilled water temperature, saving energy. By reducing compressor usage, free-cooling chillers demonstrate higher energy efficiency than traditional air-cooled chillers. While traditional air-cooled chillers typically achieve an average Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of over 1.5, free-cooling chillers are expected to achieve an average PUE of 1.2.


Schneider Electric's Fan Wall, a built-in cooling product, can accommodate power ranging from 200kW to 500kW. Its design allows for separation between IT computer rooms and mechanical rooms, making it ideal for maintaining security. Fan Wall, which incorporates the wall itself as a fan, maximizes the contact area between air and chilled water coils, delivering more efficient cooling capacity than traditional temperature and humidity control units.

In addition, we are also introducing in-row cooling products that place cooling devices in a row between server racks to more effectively provide cool air to server equipment.

Schneider Electric's InRow Cooling is optimized for small computer rooms, boasting a compact 300mm footprint. Designed to accommodate the increasing use of high-density racks, it enables more precise and rapid response between racks and delivers up to 57kW of cooling capacity.

“Energy savings in data centers has now become the most important strategic challenge,” said Choi Seong-hwan, head of the Secure Power division at Schneider Electric Korea. “Schneider Electric not only provides hardware and software for data centers, but also. "We are the only company that provides the most comprehensive solution, including equipment after-sales management. We will continue to strive to support our clients' sustainable data center operations, tailored to the domestic market," he said.

Meanwhile, Schneider Electric is committed to reducing global carbon emissions by introducing eco-friendly, low-GWP products. Schneider Electric has been named one of Corporate Knights' 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World for 12 consecutive years.