Daikin Applied Launches Global Data Center Solutions Group for Mission-Critical Cooling

Two new manufacturing facilities will expand Daikin Applied’s production of modular and custom air handling systems to meet growing data center demand.
Oct. 17, 2025
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The Magnitude WME-C Quad Chiller features a capacity range of 2,000 to 3,000 tons, ultra-low GWP refrigerants, and advanced features like RapidRestore and RideThrough. The WME-C Quad is engineered for maximum uptime and efficiency in mission-critical facilities.

The Magnitude WME-C Quad Chiller features a capacity range of 2,000 to 3,000 tons, ultra-low GWP refrigerants, and advanced features like RapidRestore and RideThrough. The WME-C Quad is engineered for maximum uptime and efficiency in mission-critical facilities.

Daikin Applied has expanded its portfolio of mission-critical HVAC systems to support the next generation of hyperscale and AI-driven data centers. Through new products, facility investments, and a dedicated data center business unit, the company is strengthening its ability to deliver reliable, efficient, and scalable cooling solutions worldwide.

Daikin Applied
The Magnitude WME-C Quad Chiller features a capacity range of 2,000 to 3,000 tons, ultra-low GWP refrigerants, and advanced features like RapidRestore and RideThrough. The WME-C Quad is engineered for maximum uptime and efficiency in mission-critical facilities.

The Magnitude WME-C Quad Chiller features a capacity range of 2,000 to 3,000 tons, ultra-low GWP refrigerants, and advanced features like RapidRestore and RideThrough. The WME-C Quad is engineered for maximum uptime and efficiency in mission-critical facilities.

Product and Engineering Developments

At the center of Daikin Applied’s data center strategy is the Magnitude WME-C Quad Chiller, the company’s highest-capacity magnetic-bearing chiller.

  • Capacity range: 2,000–3,000 tons

  • Refrigerant: Ultra-low global warming potential (GWP)

  • Key features: RapidRestore and RideThrough technologies for continuous operation and energy efficiency

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The Pathfinder AWV-C fan deck and AWM Chiller, each offering next-generation advancements in cooling performance. The AWV-C enhances condenser airflow by 20% through its innovative single-component design, while the AWM Chiller combines oil-free magnetic bearing technology and a next-gen fan deck for unparalleled operation in high ambient temperatures up to 135° F.

The Pathfinder AWV-C fan deck and AWM Chiller, each offering next-generation advancements in cooling performance. The AWV-C enhances condenser airflow by 20% through its innovative single-component design, while the AWM Chiller combines oil-free magnetic bearing technology and a next-gen fan deck for unparalleled operation in high ambient temperatures up to 135° F.

Joining the lineup are the Pathfinder AWV-C Fan Deck and AWM Chiller, both designed to enhance performance in demanding environments:

  • The AWV-C Fan Deck improves condenser airflow by 20% through an integrated single-component design; and

  • The AWM Chiller combines oil-free magnetic-bearing technology with a next-generation fan deck, operating efficiently in ambient temperatures up to 135° F.

To support ongoing R&D, Daikin Applied is expanding its Test Lab near Minneapolis headquarters. The 71,000-square-foot addition will include nine new test cells to increase testing capacity for chillers and custom air handlers.

Daikin Applied’s acquisition of DDC Solutions adds modular, ultra-high-density hybrid and in-room rack-level systems to its offering. This integration enables the company to provide comprehensive white-space and plant-level cooling solutions for hyperscale and enterprise data centers.

Enhanced Manufacturing Capacity

To meet rising demand, Daikin Applied is expanding production through two new facilities:

  • A modular solutions manufacturing plant opening in January 2026, focused on large-tonnage systems for scalable data center applications.

  • A second Alliance Air Products (AAP) facility, which will double manufacturing capacity for custom air handling units following Daikin Applied’s 2023 acquisition of AAP.

These additions strengthen production capabilities and ensure on-time delivery for global data center projects.

Daikin Applied has also formed a Global Data Center Solutions Group, led by Greg Jeffers, vice president of Data Center Solutions. This team will focus on developing scalable, high-performance cooling ecosystems that protect critical infrastructure and support sustainable data center operations.

The new business unit will be supported by an expanded team of Solutions Architects specializing in complex cooling system design and integration.

Drawing on decades of HVAC expertise, Daikin Applied delivers integrated, end-to-end cooling systems for facilities that require continuous uptime and precise environmental control. The company’s tailored solutions address diverse design variables including:

  • Server density and workload intensity;

  • Local climate and environmental conditions; and

  • Facility layout and energy management requirements.

For more information, visit www.daikinapplied.com.