Industrial Automation Our product brands:
IMI Norgren IMI Buschjost IMI FAS
Data Centre Cooling Solutions High performance valve technology for advanced liquid cooling systems
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Data Centre Cooling Solutions
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Introduction
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Delivering Expertise, Solutions and Value for Modern Data Centre Cooling Engineered for High Performance Data Centre Cooling CDU to Chip – Cooling system Overview
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Local Support in 50 Countries
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Breakthrough engineering for a better world We create solutions for our customers which enable smarter, safer, more productive and sustainable factories, production lines and warehouse operations. Our pneumatic and electric motion systems help machine builders and end users around the world automate and optimise manufacturing and warehousing processes. We have partnered with customers in industrial automation for over a century, applying our experience and innovation to create lasting value for their businesses. Our solutions support critical industries such as automotive, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and even the space industry. We support the automation of precision manufacturing, product assembly, testing and packaging.
We use the latest digital technologies in our automation products and constantly innovate in close partnership with our customers. By applying our deep expertise, we can solve their toughest automation challenges, today and tomorrow. Through increased productivity, efficiency and safety, our customers can serve their own customers better, creating sustainable competitive advantage and delivering growth. Our world-class product portfolio includes IMI Norgren, IMI Bimba, IMI Bahr, IMI Buschjost and IMI FAS.
Breakthrough engineering you can count on.
Data Centre Cooling Solutions
Delivering Expertise, Solutions and Value for Modern Data Centre Cooling High density computing, AI workloads and growing sustainability demands are transforming thermal management requirements inside today’s Data Centres. Cooling systems must now deliver precise control, zero leak performance, energy efficiency and uncompromising reliability to support 24/7 operation.
We provide a comprehensive portfolio of fluid control, pneumatic and microfluidic technologies developed specifically for mission critical cooling environments. Our expertise spans the entire liquid cooling ecosystem from direct to chip loops to high capacity cooling distribution units (CDUs) - ensuring safe, stable and efficient thermal performance under demanding operating conditions.
Breakthrough Engineering You Can Count On
From micro scale flow regulation to facility level coolant routing, our products are engineered to deliver:
With more than a century of engineering expertise spanning industrial automation, automotive, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and advanced thermal management, we bring together advanced materials, precision engineered valves and compact microfluidics to enable robust, future ready cooling architectures.
• Repeatable, stable performance • Modularity and design flexibility • Exceptional durability • Low total cost of ownership Whether you’re designing next generation liquid cooling systems or optimising existing infrastructure, our engineering teams provide the insight and support needed to maximise uptime, efficiency and thermal stability as heat loads continue to rise.
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Data Centre Cooling Solutions
Engineered for High Performance Data Centre Cooling We help customers design smarter, safer and more efficient cooling systems across all critical application areas: Direct to Chip Liquid Cooling Systems High precision proportional valves and compact microfluidics maintain tightly regulated coolant flow and temperature at chip level. Optional sensing technologies enable real time monitoring of pressure, flow or temperature, helping protect sensitive silicon under fluctuating thermal loads.
Server Rack Coolant Control Compact manifolds and reliable isolation valves ensure accurate flow balancing and dependable shut off within dense rack environments. Our zero leak designs support water glycol mixtures and emerging refrigerants to maintain stable thermal conditions across high density servers.
The Right Products for Advanced Cooling Applications Our engineering and production teams develop solutions specifically tailored to the demanding conditions of modern Data Centre cooling. With deep expertise in valve design, microfluidics, material selection, sensing and safety systems, we ensure that your cooling infrastructure performs reliably. We offer a wide range of high performance materials including stainless steel, brass, PPS, EPDM, PTFE and engineered polymers - all selected for chemical compatibility, temperature resilience and long term durability.
Cooling Distribution Units (CDUs) Our technologies support key aspects of CDU operation - from coolant modulation and heat load matching to safety isolation and continuous system monitoring. Robust materials and precision control ensure efficient heat exchange and long term reliability across a variety of coolant chemistries and temperature cycles.
Purge, Bypass & Safety Interlock Systems Zero leak shut off valves, safety rated components and dependable actuation help ensure safe commissioning, maintenance and emergency protection. These systems prevent trapped air, support controlled coolant routing and provide reliable safeguards for equipment and personnel.
Compressors We collaborate with major compressor OEMs to supply durable valves engineered for refrigerant management, pressure control and long service life. Our solutions integrate seamlessly into next generation cooling architectures to support compressor efficiency and overall system performance.
What Sets Our Solutions Apart • Ultra Low Leakage – Protect uptime with industry leading sealing and durability. • Custom Manifolds – Application engineering teams offer custom designed manifolds featuring integrated fittings. • High Temperature, Coolant Compatible Materials – Including 316SS, brass, PPS and advanced polymers. • Compact Footprint – Ideal for dense rack and server environments. • Intelligent Control Options – Including integrated sensing and IO Link compatibility. • Global Engineering Support – From early concept to on site commissioning.
Data Centre Cooling Solutions
CDU to Chip – Cooling system Overview How our technologies fit into the cooling architecture:
Supply and Return Piping
Server Rack Liquid Distribution Manifold
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Coolant Distribution Unit
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High Density Server with Cold Plates
1 Server Rack Liquid Distribution
2 Advanced Direct-to-Chip Cooling
TruControl MS™ Modular Media Separated Valve Manifold
Compact Proportional Flow Control
Solenoid Valves Manifolds for Critical Applications
Multi Valve Fluid Control Manifold
3 Coolant Distribution
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Interlock Systems
Pneufit D Fittings and Functional Control Valves
Motorised Valves High Flow Media Separated Angle Seat Valves
Temperature and Pressure Switches and Sensors
Direct Acting Solenoid Valves
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Data Centre Cooling Solutions
Local Support in 50 Countries With local stock, technical support and product availability
Sales & Service Industrial Automation sales, manufacturing and technical centres Industrial Automation sales locations
Europe UK Lichfield GERMANY Alpen, Bad Oeynhausen & Luhden
North America
USA Minneapolis USA Denver
NETHERLANDS Almere
BELGIUM Brussels
SWITZERLAND Versoix, Palazieux & Sirnach
USA Farmington
USA Louisville
SWEDEN Malmo
DENMARK Copenhagen
FRANCE Paris
POLAND Warsaw CZECH REPUBLIC Brno, Zamberk
ITALY Milan
SPAIN Barcelona USA Detroit
Asia
USA Rockford, University Park
CHINA Suzhou INDIA Noida
MEXICO Querétaro
THAILAND Samut Prakan
MALAYSIA Selangor
South America
SINGAPORE Singapore BRAZIL Sao Paulo
Oceania AUSTRALIA Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth & Sydney
NEW ZEALAND Auckland & Cristchurch
Data Centre Cooling Solutions
Our capabilities include: Our global footprint ensures you have rapid access to the products, support and expertise needed to keep your projects on schedule. From new circuit designs to customised assemblies, we help transform individual components into complete plug and play solutions.
Why Choose Us for Data Centre Cooling? Deep expertise in fluid control systems for mission critical environments
Low leak, high reliability designs built for 24/7 operation
• Expert technical support • Proven, high quality products • Fast, plug and play installation
Compact, configurable solutions for restricted rack level spaces
• Application support from engineering teams with broad industry experience • Tier 1 and Tier 2 supply capability
Global engineering support from concept through commissioning
Ready to Optimise Your Cooling Performance? Whether you're designing next generation architectures or upgrading existing systems, our teams can help you select the right valves, manifolds and sensing technologies to maximise uptime, efficiency and reliability.
Let’s create a cooler, smarter, more sustainable Data Centre - together
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Our Industrial Automation sector operates four global centres of technical excellence and a sales and service network in 50 countries, as well as manufacturing capability in Europe, Americas and Asia Pacific. Supported by distributors worldwide. For further information, scan this QR code or visit www.imiplc.com/industrial-automation
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