The Schleifenbauer PDU 5.0 wasn’t conceived in a lab, but shaped through conversations with over 40 data centre managers across Europe. Their needs and insights laid the foundation for a smart, scalable and fully customisable PDU solution — including licence-free monitoring software. This case study explains how that collaboration resulted in a powerful, future-proof solution for today’s data centres, particularly in AI and HPC environments.
How 40 Data Centre Managers Helped Shape the Schleifenbauer PDU 5.0
The Challenge: Traditional PDUs No Longer Meet Modern Demands
Data centres are evolving fast. Workloads are increasing in complexity, energy efficiency is under greater scrutiny, and infrastructure must adapt to the rising pressure of growth. With the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and High Performance Computing (HPC), power distribution must go beyond simple current delivery.
What we heard from over 40 European data centre managers was remarkably consistent:
• “We need real-time visibility into power usage and load distribution.”
• “Maintenance should be predictive, based on data—not reactive.”
• “We’re tired of high licence fees for energy monitoring tools.”
• “Don’t make us adapt the rack to the PDU—adapt the PDU to the rack.”
These insights sparked the development of a fundamentally different approach to power distribution. The result? The PDU 5.0 and licence-free EnerTree DCEM software.
Schleifenbauer – PDU 5.0 stream PDU data live
The Solution: PDU 5.0 + EnerTree – Designed by the Industry, for the Industry
Tailored Configuration – Without Added Cost
With Schleifenbauer’s PDU 5.0, everything is built to specification: outlet types, positions, circuit breakers and functions are configured to match your exact rack layout. No excessive cabling, no infrastructure changes — and no additional charges.
Live Data Without Licence Fees
The included EnerTree DCEM software provides second-by-second updates on power usage, PUE, temperature and more. Anomalies are flagged instantly — all without the need for user licences, subscriptions or hidden fees.
Smart Daisy Chain – Scalable up to 100 PDUs
Up to 100 PDUs can be managed via a single IP address. That means fewer network switches, simplified cable management and a cleaner infrastructure that scales effortlessly.
Enterprise-Grade Security as Standard
With AES 256-bit encryption, LDAP/S, Active Directory® and TLS 1.3 support, the PDU 5.0 meets strict security requirements — ideal for AI, financial and compliance-heavy environments.
EnerTree DCEM Energy Management
The Result: A New Standard in Power Distribution
What began as a conversation with engineers, operations teams and data centre architects evolved into a solution that responds directly to their real-world needs:
• Greater efficiency – thanks to automation and live energy insights
• Less downtime – through predictive alerts and intelligent monitoring
• No hidden costs – zero licence fees or integration surcharges
The Schleifenbauer PDU 5.0 adapts to your infrastructure — not the other way around.
Conclusion: Listening to the Industry Pays Off
The PDU 5.0 and EnerTree DCEM software weren’t born in a lab — they were developed with direct input from the professionals who keep data centres running every day. Together, we created a power management platform that meets the operational, technical and financial realities of the modern data centre.
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