Data Center Compliance: How to Validate Cold Plate Liquid Cooling Against ASHRAE Guidelines Virtually
February 20, 2026
Today we are beyond the stage where liquid cooling is viewed as experimental, and it stands as a mainstream architectural choice for high density data centers. Cold plates, coolant distribution units (CDUs), rear door heat exchangers (RDHx), and even early two-phase systems are becoming standard topics of engineering conversations. Yet as more operators push beyond […]
Engineering Innovation at F1 Speed: Modelon’s Lights Out Sprint Hackathon
February 16, 2026
At Modelon, innovation doesn’t just happen in long cycles—it thrives in short, intense bursts of creativity. Last week, our India office turned an ordinary afternoon into a high energy, 120-minute Lights Out Sprint Hackathon, inspired by the precision and speed of an F1 pit stop. Three cross-functional teams spanning product development, quality engineering, customer success, […]
Introducing Modelon Impact Code Studio
January 30, 2026
Modeling teams are moving faster than ever and your tools should keep up. Today, we’re introducing Modelon Impact Code Studio, a modern coding experience built for Modelica developers who want speed, clarity, and control. What is Modelon Impact Code Studio? The VS Code–powered development environment was released late last year and includes integrated Modelica language support […]
Digitally Engineering the Future of Data Centers
January 27, 2026
A Conversation with Simulation Pioneer Michael Wetter As data centers scale at an unprecedented pace—driven largely by AI, cloud services, and high-density computing—the industry is confronting a new level of complexity in energy demand, cooling strategies, and the need for near-perfect uptime. Few people understand this challenge better than Dr. Michael Wetter, a leading expert […]
An Introduction to the Fundamentals of HVAC System Simulation
January 16, 2026
In today’s world, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems play an essential role in maintaining comfortable and healthy indoor environments. From residential buildings to large commercial complexes, HVAC systems account for a significant share of building energy consumption. As a result, optimizing system design, control strategies, and operational performance are major priorities in the […]
Turning Frost into Warmth: A Data Center Holiday Story
December 16, 2025
As the year winds down, we found inspiration far from our usual engineering corridors in a quiet little town near the North Pole. It’s a place where winter never takes a break, where lights twinkle through long nights, and where warmth is more than comfort—it’s community. This year, our team imagined a story set there. […]
Modelon Impact Updates: Achieve More with Faster Speeds and Fewer Clicks
December 4, 2025
The latest release of Modelon Impact (2025.2) delivers powerful new capabilities designed to accelerate multi-case simulation workflows and simplify model setup and analysis. Whether you’re comparing design alternatives or optimizing configurations, this release helps you achieve more with fewer clicks and deeper insights. In addition to performance enhancements, you’ll see improvements in usability and the […]
Simulating Thermal Fluids: Powering Innovation Through Virtual Design
November 12, 2025
Complexities of Thermal Fluids From power generation and HVAC systems to electric vehicles and data centers, thermal fluids are central to how energy moves and systems perform. Their behavior determines efficiency, reliability, and sustainability—but it’s far from simple to predict. Real-world thermal-fluid systems are inherently nonlinear and operated dynamically, with temperature, pressure, and flow intricately […]
Modelon Announces Partnership with TLK Energy GmbH
July 23, 2025
Modelon is excited to announce that TLK Energy GmbH has joined as an official reseller of Modelon Impact. This partnership also brings expanded compatibility and support for TIL Suite and the Process Simulation Library (PSL), enhancing dynamic simulation capabilities for thermodynamic systems. TLK Energy GmbH, a leading consultancy specializing in thermodynamics and energy systems, has […]
Simulating Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs): The Future of Data Center Cooling
June 25, 2025
Why CDUs are the key to liquid-cooling efficiency and how they can be simulated. Introduction to CDUs: A Critical Enabler Data centers are critical to modern society, and their rapid expansion—driven by artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and hyperscale infrastructure—is transforming the way we process and store data. A significant increase in electricity consumption accompanies this […]