WHY IS IT KEY FOR CAMERAS, WAREHOUSES AND SERVERS? DISCOVER WHAT IT IS, HOW IT WORKS AND WHAT A THERMAL MONITORING SOLUTION IS FOR
tEMPERATURE CONTROL PREVENTS SERVER FAILURES, PRESERVES FOOD AND SAVES ENERGY. LEARN HOW TO OPTIMIZE YOUR BUSINESS EFFICIENCY THANKS TO TEMPERATURE CONTROL.
The control and stability of temperature are fundamental to guarantee activities as diverse as the operation of technology or the healthiness of the products we consume. Cost reduction and quality assurance are two of the main reasons why installing a temperature control and correction system is a high-value investment.
Keeping temperature under control is much more than a technical matter: it is an essential requirement for the continuity of critical processes, food safety and the protection of equipment and data.
The so-called “cold chain” is essential in all phases of food logistics: processing, transport, storage, cooking… It guarantees the healthiness of food from production to consumption, but there are also other areas where temperature is decisive: medical processes, laboratories, industrial processes or data centers.
In this article we explain what a temperature control system is, why it is key in different sectors and how an advanced solution can improve both efficiency and safety.
WHAT IS A TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM?
It is used to be able to supervise and/or correct the thermal state in processes in which temperature is a primordial factor to guarantee quality. The objective is to maintain the optimal conditions so that equipment and products do not suffer damage or loss of quality.
Such a system must also comply with the regulatory requirements of each sector: from the recording and preservation of data to the periodic calibration of sensors, thus ensuring traceability and legal compliance.
WHY IS IT SO IMPORTANT?
DATA CENTERS AND SERVER ROOMS
Los equipos informáticos generan una gran cantidad de calor, de ahí que los ordenadores y otros dispositivos electrónicos estén equipados con sistemas de enfriamiento, como ventiladores o disipadores de calor, que ayudan a regular la temperatura. En un Data Center o sala de servidores, donde se concentran cientos o miles de equipos, el riesgo se multiplica.
According to the recommendations of ASHRAE, the reference entity for establishing the most appropriate temperatures for data centers, and according to its most recent thermal guidelines:
- The recommended range is between 64-81°F, with an acceptable margin between 59-90°F.
- Relative humidity should be between 20% and 80%.
Servers are running permanently and the data stored in them grows constantly, which increases the operations performed by the equipment, and this raises its temperature.
If the temperature exceeds a certain threshold, heat can cause equipment inactivity or damage internal components, which could result in the loss of valuable information. Excessive heat can cause failures, data loss and irreparable damage.
If the temperature is too low, what may be too high is the cooling bill, since inefficient cooling can multiply the cost. In addition to producing serious harm to the environment, an optimal and properly maintained temperature minimizes the environmental impact generated and constitutes environmentally sustainable behavior.
Around 50% of the energy used in a data center is allocated to cooling. Therefore, the goal is to keep the facility at the highest possible temperature with the minimum necessary consumption that guarantees the proper functioning of the servers and the protection of the stored data, and here is where a control and monitoring system becomes the best ally. The challenge is to find the balance point between safety and energy efficiency.
FOOD CHAIN
In the food industry, temperature control is essential in all stages of food handling to ensure safety. Maintaining the correct temperature prevents the proliferation of microorganisms and prolongs the shelf life of products. Any fluctuation in temperature can accelerate the degradation of products, so proper temperature control becomes essential to preserve food freshness, prevent the proliferation of pathogenic bacteria and ensure maximum quality at each step of the process.
It is very important to notice that:
- Cold rooms and storage warehouses must keep a daily record of temperatures, available for health inspection.
- Fluctuations involve economic losses and health risks.
Thermal stability is essential both in transport and in storage, whether in large industrial cold rooms or in retail refrigerators.
In all these cases, temperature control is achieved through the use of temperature sensors, warning alarms about thresholds and fluctuations or malfunctions, regulation systems (such as thermostats) and cooling or heating devices, as needed. Automated control technology, such as temperature controllers and feedback control systems, is widely used to maintain the desired temperature in a precise and efficient way.
HOW TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEMS WORK
This technology consists of the constant measurement of temperature using probes that work with extreme temperature ranges, ranging from -4 ºF to 122 ºF. In this way, we manage to protect products sensitive to temperature changes, both in refrigerated areas and in external environments.
An advanced system integrates:
- Regulation devices (thermostats, cold or heat systems) that keep temperature within the desired range.
- High-precision sensors that measure in real time.
- Configurable alarms that warn of deviations or errors.
- Web platforms and mobile applications to consult data, record histories and receive immediate notifications.
Knowing the acceptable temperature range for the proper preservation of products or equipment to be protected, we will configure the system with permitted minimum and maximum temperatures, so that, if the temperature is not within that range, the system will send an ALARM.
THE SEGURIDADE A1 SOLUTIon
At SEGURIDADE A1 we have developed a temperature control and monitoring system designed for cold rooms, freezing warehouses, server rooms and critical facilities.
Its main features:
- Precise measurement in ranges from -4 ºF to 122 ºF.
- Configuration of minimum and maximum limits with automatic alerts.
- Web platform and App with real-time reports and historical record.
- Quick installation, without wiring, ready in less than 8 minutes.
- High reliability sensors (±1 ºF).
The system has a Web Platform and App, from which we will have real-time access to temperature reports. We can also record and store in the history those temperatures and the events generated by the alarms.
key benefits
>> Protection of equipment and products: prevents damage to servers or food spoilage.
>> Energy efficiency: optimizes the use of resources, reducing costs and environmental impact.
>> Real-time monitoring: allows immediate reaction to any incident..
>> Regulatory compliance: ensures that the company meets legal requirements and avoids penalties.
>> Integration with management systems: facilitates a global vision and decision-making.
Our temperature control system can be integrated with other management and monitoring systems, such as building automation systems or supply chain management systems. This allows centralized supervision and control, facilitating informed decision-making and process optimization.
In short, having a reliable temperature control system is a strategic necessity.
Whether to protect critical data in a server or to preserve food and sensitive products, advanced monitoring and regulation technology brings peace of mind, savings and sustainability.
An investment that translates into safety, efficiency and long-term trust.
If you want to consult us without any commitment, get in touch with us; we will be delighted to help you.
Remember that we are security specialists, that our 24-hour Alarm Receiving Center is located in Santiago de Compostela and we have offices in Madrid and Alicante, but we provide security systems and services throughout Galicia, all of Spain and part of abroad.
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