Stäubli Enhances US Manufacturing for Advanced Liquid Cooling Solutions

Stäubli Enhances U.S. Manufacturing for Advanced Liquid Cooling Solutions

Stäubli, a leader in liquid cooling technology, has recently announced a significant expansion of its manufacturing capabilities in the United States, particularly in Duncan, South Carolina. This move comes on the heels of their involvement with the Mini-QD and leadership in the UQD v2 standardization, solidifying their position at the forefront of precision and reliability in liquid cooling methods used for AI data centers.

The company is setting an industry standard with its cleanroom assembly processes, being the first to manufacture quick-disconnect connectors in a certified cleanroom environment. This innovative approach not only reduces the risk of contamination that could compromise system performance but also enhances the overall reliability of the cooling systems essential for high-pressure circuits in AI workloads.

As data centers face rising power densities due to the increasing demands of AI technologies, the need for effective cooling solutions is only expected to escalate. Industry projections indicate that the liquid cooling market may grow by over 20% annually through 2030. To navigate this surge in demand, Stäubli’s facility in South Carolina aims to maintain uncompromised cleanliness and precision in manufacturing, aligning with their ethos of reliability.

Nicolas Monnier, Head of IT Cooling at Stäubli, emphasized the company’s commitment to delivering local access to Swiss-engineered precision and supports through their U.S. operations. The cleanroom environment in Duncan is strategically positioned to supply critical connector families, including the UQD, directly to major OEMs and hyperscalers, which allows for shorter lead times and reduced logistics costs.

Stäubli’s UQD and UQDB quick-disconnect connectors have earned NVIDIA’s seal of approval, being included in their Recommended Vendor List (RVL). This endorsement underscores the connectors' compliance with stringent performance standards, which meet the specific needs of NVIDIA’s next-generation GPU applications. Such recognition positions Stäubli as a reliable partner for major chip manufacturers and integrators in the evolving AI landscape.

Furthermore, as part of their U.S. expansion, Stäubli will showcase its advancements in cooling technologies at the upcoming SC25 Supercomputing Conference in St. Louis, where industry professionals can experience their innovations first-hand at booth #1005. This opportunity reflects Stäubli’s dedication not just to maintaining leadership in liquid cooling solutions but also to actively participating in discussions around the future of AI and data center technologies.

In summary, Stäubli’s U.S. manufacturing expansion is a strategic response to increased demand for advanced liquid cooling solutions, underpinned by their commitment to quality and industry-leading standards. By connecting local production capabilities with a deep understanding of the needs of AI data centers, Stäubli promises to revolutionize thermal management in high-performance computing environments.