» Decoding natural draft and winds

The only outdoor test rig at our Research & Technology Center (RTC) is the Air-cooled Unit (ACU). This one-of-a-kind, research-scale air-cooled heat exchanger is exposed to real-world environmental conditions, including wind and temperature variations encountered by industrial air coolers. One of its unique capabilities is operation in natural draft mode with an induced-draft geometry. 

Be sure to join us at our upcoming 2026 Global Conference & Industry Exhibition to learn more about our research on air-cooled heat exchangers. Don’t miss out on the diverse lineup of informative technical presentations, an interactive poster session, and valuable software demonstrations.

» Data centers: Water quality and fouling risks in direct-to-chip cooling systems

The choice of cooling method for a data center is driven primarily by water availability, material compatibility, local regulations, and budget constraints. Direct-to-chip (D2C) cooling is a common water based solution, offering high efficiency—recent benchmarks indicate that 48% of facilities with adequate water resources have adopted it. However, water is a well known fouling medium across many industries, and the same risks apply to data center applications.

» Alert! Price increasing for the 2026 Global Conference

The registration price for the 2026 Global Conference & Industry Exhibition will increase on August 28. Be sure to lock in the current rate before the price goes up!

Our Global Conference & Industry Exhibition is your gateway to the latest advancements and real-world applications in heat exchanger technology. Visit our conference website to explore the schedule, view hotel accommodations, learn about the Industry Exhibition, and more. We can't wait to welcome you to Spring!

Xfh® Ultra Workshop

Date: August 31 – September 3, 2026

Online with live Q&A; multiple session times available

Course fee: US$450

Registration deadline: August 24

Xist® Workshop

Date: September 14 – 17, 2026

Online with live Q&A; multiple session times available

Course fee: US$450

* Early registration deadline: August 27

Xphe® Workshop

Date: September 28 – October 1, 2026

Online with live Q&A; multiple session times available

Course fee: US$450

* Early registration deadline: September 10

HTRI Training – Japan

Date: October 2, 2026

Location: Kyoto, Japan

Registration deadline: September 14

* To qualify for the 10% early registration discount, your registration and approved credit card payment must be received and processed by our system by 11:59 PM US Central Time on the early registration date.