Data Centers – Current and Future State of Glycol-Based Liquid Cooling Solutions
June 16, 2026
11:00 AM ET / 10:00 AM CT / 8:00 AM PT / 4:00 PM GMT
Duration: 1 hour
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Summary
This webinar explores the current and future landscape of glycol-based liquid cooling solutions for data centers, with insights tailored for mechanical contractors, mechanical engineers, and product managers. As data centers continue to evolve to meet rising computing demands, efficient heat transfer fluids and thermal management have become critical to operational reliability.
Presented by Old World Industries, manufacturer of PEAK® Antifreeze + Coolant with five decades of liquid cooling expertise, this webinar will give attendees a foundational understanding of how data centers operate and the cooling methods used today, with a focus on the growing role of liquid cooling technologies. The session will also address key industry challenges, including understanding current and future heat transfer fluids and best practices to monitor and maintain glycol-based liquid cooling solutions.
Key topics include:
- Overview of modern data centers and how they are cooled today
- Top challenges at data centers regarding liquid-based cooling solutions
- Fundamentals of heat transfer fluids (HTFs), including water, ethylene glycol (EG), propylene glycol (PG), and inhibitor technologies
- Emerging trends shaping the future of data center thermal management
- Best practices for fluid monitoring, maintenance, and system performance tracking
Speakers
Marty Martinelli
Director, Fleet & Industrial
Old World Industries
Marty Martinelli has been with Old World Industries for 13 years and has 25 years' experience supplying the HD Trucking and Commercial industries with coolant and inhibitor solutions. He is a recognized associate with TMC (Technology & Maintenance Council) and a member of ASHRAE.
Evan Ferguson
Product Engineering Manager, R&D Technical
Old World Industries
Evan Ferguson is the Product Engineering Manager for Old World Industries and holds a bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame. Evan manages technical relationships with Original Equipment Manufacturers focused on performance fluids including heat transfer fluids.
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