Cooling the Texas Data Center Bonanza

Cooling the Texas Data Center Bonanza

Author: Super Dave Quinn, CECD January 6, 2026 Duration: 32:14
Dave sits down with Ronald Bekker, Managing Director for LU-VE Group North America, to discuss the company's journey expanding into the Jacksonville region of East Texas. The conversation highlights LU-VE's global expertise in industrial heat exchange and cooling solutions, their decision to build a significant manufacturing presence in Texas, and the challenges and opportunities of operating in a rapidly evolving market, especially with the explosive growth of data centers.

Ronald shares candid reflections on adapting to East Texas culture, the importance of community partnerships, and the evolving requirements of workforce development in the area. Listeners get an inside look at LU-VE ’s strategic planning, from international acquisitions to securing local support and incentives, all within the context of Texas' business-friendly environment. The episode also explores what it’s like to relocate from Europe to the United States, encompassing personal insights on local values, lifestyle adjustments, and the unique business climate of East Texas. They also talk about the region’s growing industrial hub, collaborative community engagement, and the dynamic future of manufacturing and technology innovation in Texas.

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Ep 32, Jason Royse of Renlita, Bonham, Texas [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:43
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Ep 31, John Littlefield of Southwest Engineers, Gonzales, TX [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:51
In this episode of Gone To Texas, "Super" Dave Quinn, sits down with John Littlefield from Southwest Engineers, based in the vibrant community of Gonzales, Texas. John takes us on a journey through his family's business,…
Episode 30 - Joe Reid, Te'jun/The Texas Cajun, Fairfield, TX [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:41
Welcome back to another episode of Gone to Texas where Dave is visiting Fairfield, TX and sits down with Joe Reed, the proud owner of Te'jun, the Texas Cajun. Joe shares his journey that began in 1997 as a humble weekend…
Episode 29 - Gary Dobyns, Dobyns Rods, Sulphur Springs, TX [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:35
In this episode of Gone to Texas, Dave welcomes Gary Dobyns, Founder of Dobyns Rods, based in Sulphur Springs, TX. Gary shares his inspiring story of moving his fishing rod company from California to Sulphur Springs over…
Episode 28 - Joey Evans, TNW Corporation, Gonzales, TX [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:01
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Episode 27 - Amy Story, Boerne/Kendall Country EDC [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:47
In this episode of Gone to Texas, host "Super" Dave Quinn sits down with Amy Story, who runs the Boerne/Kendall County Economic Development Corporation (BKC EDC) in the Alamo region of Texas. Amy shares insights into the…