Data Center Equipment: Design, Selection, and Integration
About this ebook
This book was developed to provide a clear, practical, and engineering-focused understanding of data center equipment. It is not merely a theoretical guide; rather, it bridges the gap between design concepts and real-world application. Drawing from decades of experience in HVAC, building services, and infrastructure systems, the content emphasizes how different equipment systems interact, how they are selected, and how they are optimized for performance, reliability, and energy efficiency.
Special attention is given to cooling systems, energy management, and system integration—areas that are becoming increasingly critical as data centers grow in size, density, and complexity. Whether designing a hyperscale facility or optimizing an existing server room, engineers and decision-makers must understand not only individual components but also the system as a whole.
This book aims to serve as a reliable reference for professionals involved in the planning, design, operation, and maintenance of data centers. It provides structured insights, practical guidance, and industry-relevant knowledge that can be applied immediately in real projects.
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About the author
Charles Nehme is a building services and HVAC expert with over 30 years of international experience in mechanical, electrical, and infrastructure systems. He is the founder of CFN-HVAC, a global knowledge-based consultancy specializing in HVAC design, optimization, troubleshooting, and technical advisory services.
Throughout his career, Charles has worked on a wide range of projects, including data centers, cleanrooms, hospitals, laboratories, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities. His expertise spans cooling systems, energy efficiency, system integration, and performance optimization—particularly in mission-critical environments where reliability is essential.
In addition to consulting, Charles is a prolific technical author, having written over 800 books and publications covering HVAC systems, data center infrastructure, sustainable design, and advanced engineering topics. His work is widely used by engineers, contractors, and organizations worldwide as a practical resource for solving complex technical challenges.
Charles provides remote and on-site consulting services globally and actively supports companies in improving system performance, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing operational reliability.
More of his work can be found at:
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For inquiries: cfnehme@gmail.com
