Data centers are expanding rapidly across the United States—especially in Texas, where power infrastructure, land availability, and tax incentives continue to drive large-scale development. But as facilities grow in size and density, the risks tied to cooling system failure grow even faster.

Even a short interruption in cooling can cause:

• Server shutdowns
• Hardware damage
• Data corruption
• Network downtime
• Contract penalties and revenue loss

Because data centers cannot tolerate thermal failure, portable and trailer-mounted backup cooling has become a standard layer of redundancy, not just an emergency tool.

At Climate Control Solutions, we supply Airrex, Oceanaire, and CAPS portable HVAC systems that are actively being deployed as standby and emergency cooling for data centers throughout Texas and beyond.

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Why Texas Is Leading the Demand for Backup Cooling

Texas has become one of the fastest-growing markets in the country for:

• Hyperscale data centers
• AI and high-density computing
• Edge computing facilities
• Colocation providers
• Cloud infrastructure hubs

Major markets like Dallas–Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Houston, and West Texas continue to see aggressive expansion. At the same time, Texas also experiences:

• Extreme summer heat
• Grid congestion during peak demand
• High-impact storm systems
• Utility curtailments and rolling outages

These conditions make portable emergency cooling a non-negotiable requirement for maintaining uptime.

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Why Data Centers Cannot Risk Cooling Interruption

Data centers operate within tight temperature and humidity tolerances. When permanent HVAC systems are compromised due to:

• Power outages
• Mechanical failure
• Electrical faults
• Chiller maintenance
• Infrastructure upgrades

rack temperatures can rise in minutes. Once temperature thresholds are exceeded, automatic server shutdowns begin—often followed by hardware damage.

This is why portable HVAC equipment is now used for:

• Emergency HVAC response
• Redundant backup cooling
• Spot cooling of high-density racks
• Temporary cooling during mechanical shutdowns
• Phased expansion projects

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Airrex Spot Coolers for Targeted IT Cooling

Airrex spot coolers are widely used for focused cooling in server rooms and network environments where rapid deployment is critical.

Common uses include:

• Network closets
• Electrical rooms
• Control rooms
• Edge computing sites
• Temporary IT installations

Popular models include:

• Airrex HSC-14R (1.2 Ton)
• Airrex HSC-36R (3 Ton)
• Airrex HSC-60R (5 Ton)

These systems deliver direct airflow to overheating racks or equipment zones without permanent infrastructure changes.

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Oceanaire Portable AC for Large Server & Electrical Rooms

For larger spaces, Oceanaire portable air conditioning systems are trusted throughout the data center industry for:

• Data hall cooling
• Electrical room backup
• UPS room temperature control
• Mechanical room redundancy
• High-density rack environments

Oceanaire systems are available in 1.5-ton through 25-ton capacities and are commonly used when full-room or multi-room cooling is required.

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CAPS 25-Ton, 40-Ton & 80-Ton Backup Cooling for Data Centers

As data center footprints continue to scale into multi-megawatt facilities, many operators are now deploying CAPS large-tonnage portable HVAC units—commonly in the 25-ton, 40-ton, and 80-ton classes—as dedicated backup cooling systems. These units are engineered for full-load emergency cooling recovery when permanent mechanical systems go offline.

How Each CAPS Size Is Used in Data Centers

25-Ton CAPS Units

• Electrical and UPS room backup cooling
• Smaller data halls and edge facilities
• Redundant cooling zones
• Temporary cooling during equipment swaps

40-Ton CAPS Units

• Medium to large data hall emergency cooling
• Mechanical room backup
• N+1 redundancy support
• Phased infrastructure expansion

80-Ton CAPS Units

• Hyperscale and multi-megawatt data centers
• Full-building emergency cooling
• AI and high-density compute environments
• Long-duration mechanical outages and chiller failures

These large-capacity CAPS units are:

• Trailer-mounted for rapid deployment
• Generator-ready for outage operation
• Designed for continuous-duty industrial runtime
• Configurable for temporary or staged permanent backup installation
• Capable of restoring mass cooling capacity immediately

Many data center operators now stage CAPS units on-site or at nearby service yards as part of their formal disaster recovery and redundancy planning—allowing instant cooling recovery without waiting on third-party mobilization.

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Power Integration & Generator Compatibility

Portable cooling is only effective if it operates during utility outages. Climate Control Solutions configures data center cooling systems with:

• Cam-lock power connections
• Temporary power distribution
• Generator tie-in capability
• Redundant power feeds
• Power cable and connector solutions

This allows full cooling continuity even when the electrical grid is offline.

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Temporary Cooling During Expansion & Retrofits

Data centers are constantly evolving. Portable HVAC also supports:

• Phased buildouts
• Equipment retrofits
• Aisle containment projects
• Electrical infrastructure upgrades
• Chiller replacements

Portable cooling allows facilities to maintain thermal stability while permanent systems are upgraded, avoiding shutdowns.

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Why Data Center Operators Choose Climate Control Solutions

Climate Control Solutions specializes in mission-critical portable HVAC. We supply:

• Airrex spot coolers
• Oceanaire portable air conditioning systems
• CAPS 25-ton, 40-ton, & 80-ton backup cooling units
• Temporary power cables & distribution
• Ceiling tile kits & ducting systems
• Generator-ready power integration
• Nationwide delivery & technical support

We serve commercial and industrial clients only — not residential.

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Backup Cooling Is Now a Data Center Standard

As computing density, AI infrastructure, and data traffic continue to rise, cooling redundancy is no longer optional. Portable cooling systems now serve as:

• Emergency protection
• Redundant infrastructure
• Expansion support
• Mechanical shutdown protection

Whether cooling a single server room or an entire data hall, portable HVAC protects uptime, equipment, and data integrity.

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Talk to a Data Center Cooling Specialist

If you manage, design, or operate a data center and need backup or emergency cooling, our team can help configure the right system.

📞 Climate Control Solutions
(800) 633-8711
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