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Detailing specific refrigerants targeted in their R & D efforts , Koeslag outlined applications for various units . " For CRAC units , we ' re exploring R-513A due to its low GWP and A1 characteristics , while chillers are designed for refrigerants like propane , CO 2
, R454B and R-1234ze . Each refrigerant is selected based on its environmental impact and efficiency ."
K & N AIR FILTERS OFFER EFFICIENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY On the sidelines of the Pan African Data Centre Conference in Johannesburg , Scott Harrison , international sales director of K & N Air Filters , discusses the company ' s innovative approach to data centre cooling , highlighting significant energy savings and environmental benefits . The introduction of K & N ' s air filters enables greener , more efficient data centre operations .
K & N , better known in the automotive industry for over 50 years , has recently leveraged its expertise from the automotive sector to develop high-performance air filters tailored for industrial use , including data centres .
The journey into data centres began when a hyperscale giant , Apple , sought a sustainable alternative to disposable air filters . " Apple ' s data centre manager approached us in early 2019 to design washable , reusable air filters . Following rigorous testing and refinement , K & N successfully implemented these
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Scott Harrison , international sales director of K & N Air Filters , at the Pan African Data Centre Conference .
filters across Apple ' s facilities , reducing landfill waste by 25 tons annually ,” explains Harrison .
" The key advantage of our filters lies in their low resistance media , which minimises energy consumption . Compared to traditional filters , our washable filters consume significantly less power , illustrating their efficiency and cost-saving benefits ."
Addressing the market entry into Africa , Harrison says : " South Africa has been a pivotal starting point . We ' re already piloting our filters with a leading colocation company here . Their feedback will be crucial in validating our technology ' s performance and energy efficiency claims ."
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