June 2007

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CPI's New N-Series TeraFrame Network Cabinet Preserves Network Infrastructure

Chatsworth Products, Inc. (CPI) is now offering its N-series TeraFrame Network Cabinet, which is designed to overcome thermal challenges associated with network switches with side-to-side airflow.

Network switches with side-to-side airflow located in a hot aisle/cold aisle layout run the risk of re-consuming hot exhaust air, causing elevated equipment intake temperatures which ultimately results in equipment failure. CPI's N-series TeraFrame Network Cabinet is engineered to solve these thermal challenges by using CPI Passive Cooling Solutions to manage high-density switches while maximizing the energy efficiency of the data center. Available in 10 heights and 11 depths, the N-series offers a comprehensive choice for supporting network switches inside enclosures, while also presenting advanced cabling solutions for greater cable capacity and management.

When deploying switches with side-to-side airflow, the N-series TeraFrame can be equipped with CPI's Network Switch Exhaust Duct. The exhaust duct removes hot air by isolating and re-directing it out the back of the cabinet and into the hot aisle, minimizing hot air re-circulation and essentially converting side-to-side airflow into a front-to-rear airflow pattern. By running the entire height of the cabinet, one Network Switch Exhaust Duct can support exhaust from up to three network switches and provides freedom to organize and move equipment as needed. Serving as a complete and cost effective solution for high-density applications, this passive cooling solution allows customers to maximize energy efficiency by including no active components to increase maintenance cost and compromise redundancy, while decreasing total cost of ownership.

The N-series TeraFrame features advanced cable management solutions that simplify installation and maintenance while providing maximum cable management capacity. The cabinet is designed to accept cables through openings located on the top and bottom of the cabinet, while special T-shaped cable guides and cable management spools align with each RMU, precisely dividing and organizing cables as they enter and exit the rack-mount space. With the ability to manage 48 Cat 6a UTP cables per RMU, the N-series TeraFrame supplies abundant cabling opportunities.

In order to route and manage large quantities of cable, the N-series TeraFrame contains standoff brackets that support offset doors and side panels, thereby creating added space between the cabinet frame, side panels and doors. Cabinet doors and side panels are easy to remove and provide full access to equipment and cabling, while the ability to route cables around the frame instead of through it offers a simple way to trace cables during moves, add and changes. Additionally, the N-series TeraFrame Network Cabinet is designed to meet third party specifications for Cisco 6500 and 9500 switches and provides the ultimate network cabinet solution.

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Like all Pelican Protector Cases, the 1780's open cell-core wall, polymer construction protects sensitive equipment from harsh conditions. Additional standard features include a lid equipped with a polymer o-ring for a dust and waterproof seal and dual action latches that have been tested to withstand nearly 400 lbs. (but to open with a light pull).  Genuine Pelican Protector Cases are fully stackable for optimal space efficiency and can always be spotted by their distinctive, trademarked "Dual Band" design. 

Additional 1780 Case models include a military 12-gun version with a rotationally molded insert and a 10-gun version with high-grade custom foam. Both cases include a rapid entry, lockable metal cross-bar that is cushioned to protect and secure M4s and M16s. Also, the cases feature manual pressure equalization valves and humidity gauges for moisture protection.

"As we continue to expand our customer base, we are asked more and more for off-the-shelf products," said Steve Ulm, global product director. "These types of products are a benefit to our customers who don't need or want high volumes or the investment that comes with custom tooling. By offering our customers a choice of custom BLS designs and off-the-shelf items, we increase our ability to serve our customers. Additionally, with our distribution partner, Sager Electronics, we increase the availability and service levels for these types of parts.  Also, these two new footprints can be purchased from Sager as we have them on their shelves."

The BMI series of standard parts come in a range of footprints and in both single price shield and two-piece shields. Pricing for these parts vary based on volume and size. All BLS standard products are made of tin-plated cold rolled steel and meet RoHS requirements.

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Degree Controls Releases Product to Eliminate Data Center Hotspots

Currently, Hotspotr is available in four models: HT-100 - always on under-floor air mover, the HT-300 - three-speed under-floor air mover, the HT-500 - thermostatically controlled under-floor air mover and the HT-700 - thermostatically controlled overhead air mover. Additionally, each HotSpotr will eliminate the hotspots in one to three racks.
"HotSpotr is a cooling solution with a brain," said Eric Birch, executive vice president of DegreeC. "HotSpotr fulfills easy-to-install server cooling in today's high performance data centers."

Some of today's leading corporations have already developed an interest in HotSpotr. NaviSite, Inc., a provider of optimized IT services, has already placed an order for two HotSpotrs for their San Jose facility and is currently using DegreeC's AdaptivCool, a networked cooling solution for data centers. 

"We are pleased that DegreeC has decided to tackle the problem of hotspots," said Jason Clark, Data Center Design Engineer, NaviSite, Inc.  "DegreeC continues to take the lead in the area of data center efficiency, helping to ensure that mission-critical facilities can handle their heat loads, allowing us to achieve higher levels of density within our data centers."

DegreeC has partnered with NER Data Products, Inc. to assist in accelerating the sales and exposure of HotSpotr.  "We are delighted to be working with DegreeC," said Rob Huttemann, vice president of NER Technology Solutions.  "In the last few months, we've seen a huge demand for a solution to eliminate hotspots in the data center.  Our most sophisticated customers like this easy-to-install, inexpensive solution from DegreeC.”

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Cobasys Releases Bridge Battery Backup System

Cobasys has released its new NiGuard Bridge UPS emergency backup power system.
The NiGuard Bridge battery system technology, based on Cobasys' proprietary NiMH chemistry, provides a reliable, scalable alternative to flywheels. The Bridge system is capable of delivering 15 seconds of power, three times within 30 minutes without recharge in UPS applications. It is virtually maintenance-free, easily monitored, environmentally-friendly and has a lower total cost of ownership. The system can be expanded to an unlimited degree to meet higher power requirements, longer backup times or redundant backup solutions.

IMI Sensors Releases New Electronic Vibration Switch

The new Series 685B electronic vibration switch from the IMI Division of PCB Piezotronics offers two set points with individual alert and alarm levels.  Many previous product options are now standard features with this new compact design.  In addition to having two solid state or form C relays, each Series 685B electronic vibration switch includes a raw vibration output signal for spectrum analysis, 4-20 mA output signal for overall vibration trending, and unique 4-20 mA calibration feature, allowing for precise threshold setup.  It also has dual openings for easy wiring and installation.

Series 685B switches are available as AC or DC powered units.  Variable time delays prevent false relay trips due to machine startup or temporary upset conditions; and the switch can be implemented into a variety of applications, because of its ability to respond to acceleration, velocity, or displacement.

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Calgreg Thermal Solutions Creates Cooliance To Expand Product Line, Markets

Calgreg Thermal Solutions, a provider of thermal solutions for electronic and industrial applications, has announced the creation of Cooliance.

"Thermal management has become the gating factor in designing faster and smaller electronic devices. This is a growing market and the creation of the new company marks Calgreg's extension into global markets and an expansion of the product line," said Russell Hall, Cooliance executive vice president. "Cooliance will build upon the established product development and service support capabilities of Calgreg Thermal Solutions."

Cooliance will offer a broad range of products for electronics cooling, including the Smart-Clip brand of snap on heat sinks, processor heat sinks, fans, as well as custom products such as precision forged and aluminum heat sinks and fan trays. Cooliance specializes in applications that demand high reliability and ease of application.

"MHTL is a pioneer in electronic heat transfer with a long history in design, implementation and testing of the most advanced heat transport methods," said Jesko von Windheim, CEO of Nextreme, "We look forward to a strong and continued partnership as we strive to create ground-breaking thermal and power generation solutions at the system level."

Nextreme has contributed more than C$300,000 to development work at MHTL.

Pentadyne Power Corp. has received a follow-on order worth $4.5 million from Beaver Aerospace & Defense for an additional 100 Pentadyne VSS+DC systems with DX-A2 rating (certified for national defense use).

This latest follow-on order from Beaver Aerospace is part of a procurement contract with Pentadyne to be the exclusive supplier of more than 500 clean energy storage systems that will be deployed in homeland security military defense applications during the next few years. This new order amounts to nearly double that of all previous Beaver Aerospace orders for Pentadyne flywheel systems.

Beaver Aerospace Program Manager Jim Diroff said, "We've installed quite a few of these so far, installing them is practically plug-and-play. They've reliably discharged and rapidly recharged flawlessly every time we've needed them."

The Pentadyne VSS+DC stores energy kinetically instead of chemically, delivering stable, reliable DC voltage for energy recycling and power continuity applications. In these DOD energy recycling applications, the flywheel system periodically absorbs regenerative energy and stores it until it is later reused. This is similar to the way hybrid vehicles capture deceleration energy and store it in chemical batteries, later releasing that energy to aid acceleration and minimize fuel consumption.

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"We are glad to have Diversified Technology, Inc. (DTI) as the newest VITA member," said Ray Alderman, president of VITA. "VITA has been uniting manufacturers and end-users through the implementation of open technology standards for more than 20 years, and the strength of our organization depends on the dedication of our member s like DTI and their commitment to ensuring that the COTS community continues to grow and evolve."

"VITA has a proven history of advocating the use of open standards in the embedded community, and we are excited to now be an official member of such a strong organization," said Pat Busby, president of Diversified Technology, Inc. "DTI, with its 35 year history, is committed to serving the COTS product marketplace, as we continue to incorporate the latest industry standards and switched fabric technologies into our product designs. With the advent of VITA 41 and VITA 46 standards, now DTI can build on its current offerings for the COTS military market with proven high-end processing and switched fabrics that are designed and built right here in the US. These new and existing embedded computing designs add to the ever-growing list of military focused products from DTI that also include on-board vehicle power and SFRT antenna technology."

Zero Downtime 2007 Announces New Pre-Conference Workshop: Removing the Mystery from Data Center Thermal Management

In recent years, power and cooling needs as well as energy costs of data centers have risen exponentially and have become the most important issue for many data center managers. The cost of cooling data centers alone can constitute up to fifty percent of total energy costs. Improving cooling efficiency by adopting best practices not only significantly reduces cooling costs but also makes more power available for IT equipment.

To help you learn how to properly cool and maintain your data center, Zero Downtime and Chatsworth Products, Inc. (CPI) are proud to present: Removing the Mystery from Data Center Thermal Management.

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