hot aisle/cold aisle containment

Hot aisle/cold aisle containment is a cooling strategy used in data centers to improve energy efficiency. It separates hot air exhausts from servers (hot aisle) from the cool intake air (cold aisle). Cold air is directed to flow through server intake vents, while hot air is contained and directed away to be cooled again, preventing mixing. Containment enclosures, like curtains or barriers, ensure hot and cold air stay separate. This setup reduces energy waste, keeps servers operating efficiently, and lowers cooling costs, creating a more effective environment for data center equipment.