Data centers are under immense pressure to perform flawlessly—day in and day out. Even a slight cooling failure can mean lost data, tarnished reputations, and outages. That’s why ABB, a global technology leader with strong domestic production, delivers motors, drives and automation solutions engineered to keep data center cooling reliable, efficient, and scalable. By mitigating downtime risks and controlling operating expenses, ABB solutions offer both peace of mind and tangible savings.

Increased Reliability and Energy Savings

At the core of ABB’s approach lies a commitment to total reliability. Every product is rigorously tested to ensure near-continuous operation while enduring high ambient temperatures —vital for today’s high-density data centers. Additionally, significant energy savings can be achieved as ABB drives use variable-frequency control to reduce energy consumption by matching pump and fan speeds to actual load requirements. With cooling often representing a substantial portion of data center energy usage, these savings can be dramatic, improving operating margins and reducing environmental impact.

Essential ABB Products for Data Centers

ABB offers a full portfolio of drives for use in Data Centers. Find some of our offering detailed below:

• Ultra-Low Harmonic (ULH) ACH580-31: Delivers clean power by minimizing harmonics, ensuring smooth operation for sensitive IT hardware. This drive also integrates seamlessly with backup generators and provides a near-unity power factor—lowering energy costs and offering peace of mind in critical environments.
• ACH180: Ideal for smaller spaces thanks to its compact design and straightforward integration with building management systems.
• ACH580: Can manage pumps with intelligent pump control and built-in pump protection. This feature set helps you avoid mechanical failures and excessive energy use—two major drains on data center budgets.
• CP600 HMI & AC500 PLC: A scalable automation package that unifies monitoring and control for fans, pumps, and auxiliary systems. With multiple programming languages and user-friendly interfaces, it’s simple to optimize operations across your entire facility.
• ACH580 E-Clipse Bypass & Redundant Drives: Built-in bypass modes and redundancy options ensure that cooling remains online even if a drive encounters issues. These configurations protect uptime and reduce the cost of external bypass equipment.

Improving Operational Peace of Mind

By incorporating these ABB products, data centers can significantly reduce the risk of downtime. Advanced diagnostics and real-time monitoring detect potential issues early, which helps you avoid unplanned outages and costly service calls. As your facility grows or changes, ABB’s scalable solutions adapt to keep cooling aligned with new demands. Its strong domestic manufacturing footprint also helps ensure quick support and shorter supply chains, while the drives’ high efficiency leads to lower utility bills and fewer emergency repairs. Taken together, these advantages produce a compelling total cost of ownership, letting you redirect resources to strategic initiatives rather than firefighting operational problems.

Before and After the Drive: Reliability and Savings in Action

Even prior to purchase, ABB offers consulting services to align system design with both performance needs and cost-efficiency goals. Following installation, a global service network stands ready for commissioning support, routine maintenance, and emergency assistance—reinforcing end-to-end reliability while maximizing long-term savings. This comprehensive partnership ensures your data center is always primed to deliver continuous operation at predictable costs.

By merging robust engineering with domestic manufacturing and local experts, ABB stands ready to help data center operators achieve what matters most: uninterrupted performance at a lower operational cost. That’s reliability and savings you can count on—today and into the future