Seeing the Whole Picture: Why Thermal Surveys Matter in Data Centers
Welcome to Keep Your Cool - a blog about simple cooling optimization strategies for the busy data center operators.
Why Look Beyond Single Measurements
On our blog, we often talk about issues like hot spots, the importance of measuring delta-T across servers, or airflow balance. These are important checks, but they’re still snapshots—single actions in a much larger system. Real problems usually don’t show up in isolation. They’re tied to the overall thermal behavior of your space.
That’s where a thermal survey comes in.
What a Thermal Survey Provides
A thermal survey connects the dots by showing how heat, airflow, and containment interact across your facility. Instead of focusing on just one measurement, you gain a full view of how conditions shift over time and under different loads. The result is actionable insight into:
Hidden hotspots or areas at risk
Overcooling that drives up energy costs
Cooling system performance under stress
Whether containment is doing its job
Our Approach
At Purkay Labs, we’ve built our thermal surveys around clarity and speed. Using our AUDIT-BUDDY™ system, we capture temperature and humidity data across multiple heights and locations without disrupting operations. We layer that with heat maps, time-trend graphs, and, when needed, resiliency testing that simulates a cooling failure.
This isn’t about creating a stack of charts. It’s about giving operators, colocation managers, and sustainability teams the confidence to act—whether that means tightening up airflow, adjusting cooling, or validating infrastructure upgrades.
Why It Matters
Thermal conditions affect everything from uptime to utility spend. A thermal survey helps ensure decisions are based on data, not guesswork. For operators, it means more efficient cooling and longer equipment life. For tenants, it validates SLA delivery. For sustainability teams, it provides a path to lower carbon impact.
About Purkay Labs
Purkay Labs specializes in thermal surveys for efficient data center management. We offer practical solutions to optimize performance and sustainability. Partner with Purkay Labs for streamlined data center efficiency. You can learn more at www.purkaylabs.com. If you want to learn more about why you need a thermal survey or need someone to come and conduct one for you, please contact us today.