Modine Opens New Facility in Calgary to Support Growing Data Center Demand

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Modine (NYSE: MOD) announced the opening of a new 23,200m² facility in Calgary, Canada, dedicated to manufacturing Airedale by Modine™ precision cooling equipment for data center customers, particularly in the hyperscale market. Following the acquisition of Scott Springfield Manufacturing in February and the recent opening of a facility in Bradford, UK, this expansion strengthens Modine's global manufacturing footprint, which includes facilities in Spain, the UK, and the U.S. The first units from the Calgary facility are expected to be delivered by the end of 2024.

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• Expansion of manufacturing capacity with new 23,200m² facility
• Strategic acquisition and integration of Scott Springfield Manufacturing
• Global manufacturing presence strengthened across multiple countries
• Entry into growing hyperscale data center market

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Market Research Analyst

The opening of Modine's new 250,000 sq ft facility in Calgary represents a significant strategic expansion in the lucrative data center cooling market. This move, coupled with their recent UK facility opening, positions Modine to capture a larger share of the rapidly growing hyperscale data center segment. The quick turnaround from the Scott Springfield Manufacturing acquisition to operational status demonstrates strong execution capabilities.

The timing is particularly strategic given the surge in data center demand driven by AI computing and cloud services. The facility's location in Calgary offers advantages including cooler climate (reducing cooling costs), stable power infrastructure and proximity to key North American markets. The expansion of manufacturing capacity across multiple continents (Spain, UK, US and now Canada) creates a robust global supply chain that can better serve multinational data center operators.

Tech Industry Expert

The hyperscale data center market represents a high-growth opportunity as major cloud providers and tech companies continue massive infrastructure investments. Modine's strategic focus on precision cooling solutions addresses a critical need, as modern high-density server installations require increasingly sophisticated thermal management. The ability to manufacture air handling units locally in major markets reduces logistics costs and delivery times - important advantages in the fast-moving data center sector.

The integration of Scott Springfield's expertise with Airedale's technology creates a compelling product offering. This facility's rapid deployment suggests strong demand from existing customers, likely including major cloud service providers who are expanding their North American data center footprint.

The facility manufactures air handling units for the hyperscale market

RACINE, Wis., Oct. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Modine (NYSE: MOD), a diversified global leader in thermal management technology and solutions, today announced the opening of a new 23,200m² (~250,000ft²) facility in Calgary, Canada. The facility will manufacture Airedale by Modine™ precision cooling equipment to meet the increased demand from data center customers, particularly in the hyperscale market.

"We are excited to open this new facility in Calgary in support of our global expansion strategy," said Eric McGinnis, President, Climate Solutions. "Following the recent announcement of the opening of our facility in Bradford, UK, we are well-positioned to serve data center customers worldwide. With the full range of Airedale by Modine technologies, customers have a one-stop shop for mission-critical cooling solutions."

Modine acquired Canada-based Scott Springfield Manufacturing in February and promptly broke ground on a third facility to manufacture advanced air handling units for hyperscale data center customers under the Airedale by Modine brand. This new facility expands Modine's ability to provide customers with cooling equipment from a global manufacturing footprint that includes facilities in Spain, the UK, and the U.S. The first Airedale by Modine units from the new Calgary facility are expected to be delivered by the end of 2024.

"Earlier this year, Modine committed to expanding capacity and driving growth in the data center equipment market," said Javier Vazquez, General Manager. "It's impressive to see such a quick operational turnaround from the planning stages to execution and setup of the new facility. The team involved did an amazing job to get us to this point."

Watch a video of the new facility or learn more at Scott Springfield by Modine.

About Modine

At Modine, we are Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. More than 11,000 employees are at work in every corner of the globe, delivering the solutions our customers need, where they need them. Our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments support our purpose by improving air quality, reducing energy and water consumption, lowering harmful emissions and enabling cleaner running vehicles and environmentally-friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit www.modine.com.

Investor Contact:
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kathleen.t.powers@modine.com

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FAQ

When will Modine's (MOD) new Calgary facility deliver its first cooling units?

The first Airedale by Modine units from the new Calgary facility are expected to be delivered by the end of 2024.

How large is Modine's (MOD) new Calgary facility?

The new facility in Calgary is 23,200m² (approximately 250,000ft²) in size.

When did Modine (MOD) acquire Scott Springfield Manufacturing?

Modine acquired Scott Springfield Manufacturing in February 2024.

Where are Modine's (MOD) global manufacturing facilities located?

Modine has manufacturing facilities in Calgary (Canada), Bradford (UK), Spain, and the United States.