High Live Load Walk in Room Chamber

Industry: High Performance Computing (HPC)

Testing Application: Testing Server Racks and GPU's for AI Applications

Advancements in Consumer Electronics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and High-Performance Computing (HPC) are driving the development of next-generation server racks and GPUs with higher processing power and thermal output. As these systems operate under increasingly demanding workloads, robust environmental testing becomes essential to validate performance, identify thermal bottlenecks, and ensure long-term reliability.

A leading tech company developing cutting-edge AI and HPC infrastructure required a custom environmental test chamber capable of managing a live load of up to 100kW. Standard chambers were insufficient for accurately simulating the extreme heat generated during operation. To meet this challenge, a high-capacity solution was needed to replicate real-world conditions, prevent potential failure points, and maintain product integrity before market deployment.

The AES Solution

Recognizing the unique challenges posed by high-power electronics testing, AES provided a tailored solution: The Quantum WR-5246-40  is engineered to handle extreme dynamic while maintaining precise temperature and humidity control.

• Robust Cooling System: Equipped with an advanced refrigeration system designed for exceptional heat removal capacity, ensuring stable temperature control even with a 100kW live load.
• Optimized Airflow Management: Airflow optimizes static pressure to analyze cooling efficiency in data center environments.
• Seamless Server Rack Integration: The floorless design accommodates two full server racks to roll in and out with ease.
• Customizable Interface and Monitoring: Featuring intuitive controls and comprehensive data logging capabilities, allowing engineers to closely monitor temperature, humidity, and the performance of the equipment under test in real-time. 
• Safety and Protection: Integrated safety features to protect both the equipment under test and personnel, including thermal overload protection and emergency shutdown systems. 

From Custom Innovation to Standard Product Line

The successful deployment of the QUANTUM WR-5246-40 for a leading technology company highlights AES’s ability to adapt and innovate in response to the evolving demands of the AI and HPC sectors. Originally developed as a custom solution for high live load testing, this chamber has since been adopted as a standard offering in the AES product lineup. It now serves as a benchmark for thermal testing of high-performance computing hardware—empowering customers to validate next-generation systems with confidence. This collaboration not only addressed an immediate need but also helped shape the future of environmental testing in data-driven industries.