BASX Unveils Cutting-Edge Cooling Systems for AI Data Centers

2025-06-30 power

Amsterdam, Monday, 30 June 2025.
BASX introduces advanced cooling technologies for AI data centers across Europe, optimizing efficiency and sustainability to address the sector’s high power demands.

Meeting High-Density Demands

BASX, a subsidiary of AAON, has launched an innovative cooling system specifically designed for AI data centers with high-density requirements. The Polaris Forge 1 facility in Ellendale, North Dakota, stands as a testament to the system’s capabilities, operating in Full Free Cooling, Partial Free Cooling, and Full Mechanical Cooling modes, all without utilizing water. This design capitalizes on the cold climate of the region to enhance efficiency and sustainability [1][2].

Technical Specifications and Efficiency

The newly developed cooling technology is optimized for liquid-cooled NVIDIA GPUs, which are integral to driving high-performance computing applications in AI. The system’s advanced engineering allows for exceptionally high power density, reportedly 15 to 30 times higher than that of conventional data centers. Such specifications meet the rigorous demands of AI infrastructure while adhering to sustainable practices [1][3].

Growing Market and Compliance

The rise in demand for efficient cooling solutions is mirrored in market projections for direct-to-chip cooling, a sector expected to grow from USD 1.24 billion in 2024 to USD 2.13 billion by 2031 at a CAGR of 9.5%. This demand is driven by the need to manage heat-intensive processes sustainably and effectively. Liquid cooling, a core component of the BASX system, directly addresses energy consumption issues and contributes significantly to the efficiency and compliance with European green computing mandates [4][5].

Strategic Impact

BASX’s innovations reflect a strategic alignment with global sustainability goals, as seen in major tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, which have set aggressive targets for carbon neutrality. The deployment of such advanced cooling systems signifies a critical pivot in the AI data center landscape towards greener and more efficient infrastructures. This shift not only meets current regulatory demands but also positions BASX and its partners as leaders in sustainable high-performance computing solutions [6][7].

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