Shaping a Cooler, Greener Future: Rittal’s Blue e+ Cooling Units and Rittal’s CSO Scott Casey’s Insights on Record Summer Heat Waves

July 25 2023

Market insights

As the scorching summer heat waves continue to sweep across the United States, businesses and individuals alike are grappling with the challenges of keeping their machinery and systems cool while also minimizing their carbon footprint. In these times of escalating climate concerns, Rittal, a global leader in enclosure cooling solutions, stands ready to offer a sustainable answer to these pressing issues with its groundbreaking Blue e+ family of cooling units.

Scott Casey, Rittal's Chief Sales Officer, emphasizes the critical importance of reducing carbon emissions in the face of rising temperatures. He says, "At Rittal, we firmly believe that sustainability and efficiency go hand in hand. We have a responsibility to provide solutions that not only meet the demands of our customers but also contribute to a greener future." With the Blue e+ family of cooling units, Rittal has created a game-changing technology that offers exceptional cooling performance and substantial energy savings.

 Blue e+ Product Family

The Blue e+ family of cooling units is designed to help businesses reduce their carbon footprint by offering the world's most efficient enclosure cooling unit solution. Casey explains, "Our BLUE E+ cooling units deliver average energy savings of 75%. By choosing this innovative technology, businesses can significantly reduce their CO2 emissions, making a positive impact on the environment."

The 2023 summer heat wave has shattered records across the US, pushing the need for efficient cooling solutions to new heights.

One of the latest members of the Blue e+ family is the Blue e+ S cooling unit, available in output categories of 0.3 kW, 0.5 kW, and 1 kW. This cutting-edge solution harnesses all the benefits of innovative technology, ensuring optimal cooling performance while prioritizing sustainability. Casey highlights an important feature of the Blue e+ S unit, stating, "Its new refrigerant not only enhances its cooling capabilities but also reduces the Global Warming Potential (GWP) rating by an impressive 56%. This reduction plays a vital role in mitigating the environmental impact of cooling systems."

The benefits of the Blue e+ family extend beyond energy efficiency and environmental impact. These units also guarantee a longer service life for installed components, enabling businesses to reduce maintenance costs and increase operational efficiency. Moreover, they boast global usability, ensuring seamless integration into various applications and requirements worldwide. The Blue e+ family's compatibility with Industry 4.0 capabilities further empowers businesses to optimize their operations and embrace the future of digitalization.

Sustainability is crucial – Blue e+ S cooling units help protect the environment while saving you money.

As the US faces record-breaking summer heat waves and the urgent need for sustainable solutions becomes increasingly apparent, Rittal's Blue e+ family of cooling units emerges as a trailblazer in the industry. With average energy savings of 75% and a new refrigerant that reduces the GWP rating by 56%, these units offer exceptional cooling performance and make significant strides in reducing carbon emissions. Casey concludes, "By embracing our Blue e+ cooling units, businesses can take a proactive stance in reducing their environmental impact while reaping the benefits of increased energy efficiency and operational excellence."

Click here to learn more about Rittal's Blue e+ family of cooling units and how they can help your business achieve sustainability goals while keeping systems cool, or contact our dedicated sales team. Together, let's shape a greener, cooler future.

Scott Casey, Chief Sales Officer

Scott joined Rittal in February of 2022, as the CSO for the U.S. business. He focuses on building an agile, world-class sales organization that partners with our customers and provides solutions for their needs.

Scott received his MBA from the University of Colorado and brings 25 years of experience to Rittal both as a business owner and as an executive leader with US and international firms.