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In liquid-cooled data centers, glycol keeps systems from freezing, but too much can make leak detection go blind. We tested how propylene glycol concentration affects conductive leak sensors and found that detection stops around 80%. See how your cooling loop compares.

Learn about the different types of temperature data loggers used across industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, HVAC, and manufacturing. Compare thermocouple, RTD, thermistor, and wireless models to choose the right logger for your monitoring needs.

High-density data centers are rapidly adopting liquid cooling technologies such as direct-to-chip cold plates and rear-door heat exchangers to manage racks drawing 15–30 kW or more. These systems often rely on propylene glycol mixtures in primary and secondary loops to transport heat safely and efficiently. However, introducing liquid to IT spaces introduces leak risk. Effective leak detection, integrated with a building management system (BMS) and tuned for water-glycol mixture, is now critical for uptime. Using IOThrifty solutions such as the LD1 Leak Detection System and LD Leak Detection Switch, engineers can deploy wide-area sensing, pinpoint leak location, and trigger immediate alarms to protect servers and maintain cooling continuity.

Discover how wireless temperature sensors, transmitters and data loggers improve remote industrial monitoring by enhancing accuracy, efficiency and long term performance tracking.

Explore the FieldLogger, a powerful industrial data logger and data acquisition system with universal inputs, Modbus RTU, Ethernet, cloud connectivity, and more. Ideal for remote monitoring, process control, and industrial automation.

Field of view (FOV) and spot size are critical for accurate infrared temperature measurement. This guide explains how distance-to-spot (D:S) ratios affect sensor performance and why proper alignment and sizing matter when using IR sensors in industrial, HVAC, and research applications. Learn how to calculate spot size, avoid background interference, and improve temperature accuracy when measuring small or distant targets.

In this article, we break down what the heat index is, why it matters in industrial settings, how to measure it (even indoors with hot equipment), and what solutions (like sensor-based monitors) can help. We’ll also touch on new OSHA rules that make heat hazard management a must for employers.

Infrared temperature sensors can struggle with accuracy in environments filled with dust, steam, smoke, or fog. This article explores how environmental interference impacts IR temperature measurements and offers practical tips for overcoming these challenges. Learn how to improve sensor reliability using air purge systems, protective enclosures, fiber optic pyrometers, and strategic placement. Ideal for industrial applications like cement plants, food processing, and metal foundries.

Trying to decide between an infrared temperature sensor and a thermocouple? This guide compares IR sensors and contact thermocouples for industrial, food, HVAC, and manufacturing applications. Learn how each sensor works, their pros and cons, and when to use non-contact infrared temperature measurement versus rugged, embedded thermocouples. Whether you're measuring moving surfaces, extreme heat, or sensitive equipment, this article will help you choose the best temperature sensor for your needs.

A comprehensive guide to understanding the foundations of dew point measurement in compressed air systems. This guide covers ISO 8573-1 industry standards for compressed air systems, the formula behind dew point measurement, and best practices for implementing a reliable dew point monitoring system for your compressed air system.