Malaysia’s Petronas has partnered with Iceotope for the development of thermal management solutions. The partnership, through Petronas Lubricants International, will see the pair develop solutions for data centers, edge computing facilities, and blockchain operations.
These solutions will enhance efficiency while reducing carbon emissions and water usage, Petronas said in a statement.
The partnership aims to deliver new liquid cooling technologies tailored towards meeting the sector’s emerging needs.
“Through this partnership, we will be able to offer a significant impact by enabling improved performance for the data infrastructure sector without adversely affecting the environment. It is also a testament of progress for PETRONAS Lubricants International, as we endeavor to contribute to wider sectors beyond automotive”, Petronas Lubricants International Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer Hezlinn Idris said.
“Today, power consumption and environmental impact are top priorities for data center operators. Precision Liquid Cooling represents a revolutionary shift, empowering organizations to deploy IT infrastructure without compromising performance or sustainability. Our collaboration with PETRONAS Lubricants International places innovation in sustainable practices at the forefront. By combining Iceotope’s expertise with PETRONAS’ leading-edge technology, we are not only cooling data centers; we are ensuring efficient, responsible cooling at the highest standard”, Iceotope Chief Executive Officer David Craig said.
Additionally, Petronas has launched its Petronas Iona Tera coolant, specifically designed for data centers. These facilities increasingly rely on liquid cooling to maintain optimal temperatures, Petronas said.
The Iona Tera, an expansion of the Petronas Iona range, has gone through nearly two years of thermal management research, development, and extensive validation process. This included the evaluation of different fluid chemistries and materials in laboratory conditions, Petronas said.
The Petronas Iona range was initially developed for electric vehicles (EVs). It targeted the engine, gearbox, battery, and bearings as critical areas. Additionally, it serves as a cooling fluid for EV charging stations and phase change materials, Petronas said.
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