Liebert Corporation, headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, produced electric power systems, precision cooling equipment, server racks and integrated cabinets, and related infrastructure management and services.
In 1987, it was acquired by Emerson Electric. In 2000, it was folded into Emerson Network Power, which became Vertiv in 2016.
History
In 1946, Ralph C. Liebert (1918-1984) founded Capitol Refrigeration Industries, the precursor to Liebert Corporation. Liebert developed the first prototype precision air conditioner in his garage. In early 1965, the prototype was introduced to IBM in Chicago. Recognising the machine's potential, IBM arranged for Liebert to debut his invention at the World Computer Conference in Philadelphia.[1][2]
In 1965, Liebert founded Liebert Corporation as the first manufacturer air conditioning units with temperature and humidity controls specific for computer room applications.