Copeland has partnered with Chinese manufacturer Canatal to provide advanced cooling solutions for China Mobile’s data center in Zhangjiakou, located in the Beijing–Tianjin–Hebei region. The collaboration uses Copeland’s variable speed technologies, including the ZDV series scroll compressor and drives, to improve Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) and Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) at the site.
The Zhangjiakou facility is part of China’s “Eastern Data, Western Computing” initiative and operates in a cold, arid region where water scarcity makes traditional water-cooled systems impractical. China Mobile set sustainability targets of a PUE below 1.25 and WUE below 0.2. To meet these requirements, Canatal selected Copeland’s variable speed solution for its ECS integrated fluorinated pump energy-saving air conditioner.
The system features the ZDV098 variable speed scroll compressor, designed for continuous operation across varying load conditions. It includes a variable compression ratio (VCR) and an optimized scroll structure to improve energy efficiency and resistance to liquid impact. Copeland’s technology also supports precise energy management by calculating cooling capacity, power, and efficiency, helping to reduce both energy use and water consumption.
Installed in 2024, the solution has reportedly reduced operational costs and achieved an annual energy efficiency ratio (AEER) of up to 12.5 W/W, based on Canatal’s internal testing. A heat recovery module has been integrated to capture waste heat for additional energy savings and lower carbon emissions.
“This project underscores our dedication to advancing energy-efficient technologies that address critical challenges in the data center industry in China,” said Galen Yin, vice president of China for Copeland.
Copeland also supported the project with simulation calculations and model selection. Canatal noted that Copeland's solutions are widely recognized in the data center cooling industry and are a trusted choice for their projects.