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Precision Cooling for Business-Critical Continuity

Liebert PEX

Efficiency And Reliability In A Compact Package

Peace of mind you can only get with the global leader
Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson (NYSE:EMR), is the global leader in enabling Business-Critical Continuity. The company is the trusted source for adaptive and ultra-reliable solutions that enable and protect its customers business-critical technology infrastructures. Backed by the largest global services organization in the industry, Emerson Network Power offers a full range of innovative power, precision cooling and connectivity products and services for computer, communications, healthcare and industrial systems. Key product brands within the Emerson Network Power family include Liebert, ASCO, Astec, and Lorain. The Liebert Adaptive Architecture creates power, cooling and monitoring platforms for IT systems that combine high reliability and flexibility while delivering the lowest total cost of ownership.

Trust Over 40 Years Of Experience In Precision Cooling


Our precision cooling business started back in 1965 in the United States with the Liebert product line. Our precision cooling technology has been proven in thousands of critical data centers around the world. There are Liebert precision cooling systems in the field that have been in constant use for over 30 years. These products are recognized as the worlds standard for reliable operation. From high-capacity floor mount units to compact above-ceiling systems, there is a Liebert system designed to cool and protect your critical systems. We make the industrys widest range of precision environmental control.

Liebert precision cooling solutions from Emerson Network Power protect the critical systems of customers around the globe.

Customer Commitment

NUS Consulting

NUS Consulting is a global professional cost-recovery consultancy specializing in solutions to reduce energy and telecommunications expenses for utility-intensive business customers. Upon its relocation to a new building in Surrey, Liebert precision air conditioning units were installed to protect its critical applications. Liebert precision air conditioning systems improved the new NUS Consulting IT and communications suite by: Maximizing operating efficiency Increasing the level of reliability Minimizing support equipment footprint Increasing ease and speed of service

Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center

Nationally recognized as a Top 100 hospital, Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center is an acute-care teaching hospital that serves Eastern Los Angeles and Western San Bernardino counties. A four-year project to implement an integrated workflow management platform introduced new technology into the data centre that increased heat loads and threatened current operations and future technology deployments. Liebert precision cooling solutions from Emerson Network Power helped to: Expand data center capacity with flexible & scalable mission-critical cooling system Eliminate heat-triggered equipment failures Significantly reduce helpdesk calls resulting from poor performance of data center systems Pave the way for implementation of integrated patient accounting, electronic physician order entry, and patient health care projects.

Macquarie Corporate Telecommunications

Macquarie Telecommunications is a business telco offering managed data, security and voice solutions for the business market with eight offices in Australia and one in Singapore. For their Sydney IntelliCentre, Emerson provided generators, Liebert power protection solutions, Liebert precision cooling solutions and services support at the site within the three month deadline. With this project, Emerson enabled: Integrated solution focused on delivering maximum functionality Excellent service support A customer-preferred technology partner Enterprise-wide secure precision AC systems

SingTel

SingTel is one of Asias leading communications groups with operations and investments in more than twenty countries and territories around the world. As technology convergence occurs, capacity-planning models crumble requiring new approaches to new challenges. Liebert precision cooling and Emerson Network Power solutions enables SingTel to adapt: Through technologies that bring enormous flexibility in modularity, scalability and availability at the most effective cost Through system architecture that anticipates change - so adaptable it can accommodate new technologies and be completely reconfigured onsite Through tailored AC solutions that manage high density loads, eliminate hotspots, increase capacity and billable space, and improve OPEX using the Liebert XD system

Bank of China

The Bank of China is a strong component of the rapidly-growing Chinese economy. For its main computer centre, the critical system solution utilized Liebert precision air conditioning, Liebert AC Power solutions, and other Emerson Network Power equipment. Emerson solutions enabled the Bank of China through: Leading edge precision cooling technology Maximum benefit from specialized glycol systems Local dedicated teams for excellent service support

Triara

Recognized as the largest colocation & web hosting facility in Latin America, Triara is 100% cooled and environmentally controlled by Emerson Network Power. Liebert precision cooling solutions allowed Triara to: Achieve Tier 4 certification for their data centre Achieve high nines reliability and dependability Enable their clients business-critical continuity

Bharti Airtel Ltd.

With one of the largest data centres in Asia, the Bharti facility posed a number of challenges to the Emerson team. For such a large site, the key technical challenge laid in the integration of major solutions components - power, cooling and monitoring. Emerson integrated solutions including Liebert precision cooling allowed Bharti Airtel to benefit from the unique features of Lieberts Adaptive Architecture: Reliable system with 24/7 availability in India Flexibility of scalable mission-critical integrated cooling solution Best total cost of ownership 4

Whats Inside
Introduction: Managing Change Features and Benefits of The Liebert PEX Energy Efficiency Space Savings Communications and Monitoring System Supervision and Management Multiple Configurations Technical Features Capacity Selection Chart Features Summary About Emerson Network Power A Heritage of Reliability and Service Our Integrated Solution 23 25 19 21 9 11 13 15 17 7

Flexibility, Higher Availability And Lower Total Cost Of Ownership

The Liebert PEX

Liebert PEX Dual Module Downflow Unit

Brings You Efficiency And Reliability In A Compact Package

Change Is Coming From Every Direction... Are You Ready?


The Old Models For Planning To Meet Future Demand No Longer Hold. You Need To Ensure That Your IT Infrastructure Can Support The Future Of Your Business.

Whats Driving The Change?


Critical facilities are experiencing more change and uncertainty today than at any time in the last 20 years. The data center, the computer room, the network closet the entire IT network are at pivotal stages in their evolution. Its no longer just about managing growth; its about managing uncertainty, density and capacity.

59%
70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%
New equipment purchases made without concern for power or cooling requirements

43%
Uncertainty about future IT needs

IT Managers

37%
Insufficient Space

35%

Data Center Consolidation

The Cost Of Downtime Is Increasing


As organizations become more technology dependent, the cost of downtime increases. Business-critical power and cooling technologies play a key role in preventing downtime.

$1K per hour Up to $5K per hour $10K per hour Over $50K per hour Unknown

Get Ready For Change

The Entire Network Is Now Business-Critical


Today, the entire network is business-critical. This is driving downtime costs higher, while the resources you have available for critical system management are shrinking. Whether you are implementing VoIP, consolidating servers or simply adding capacity, the reliability and flexibility of your power and cooling infrastructure will determine how well you can control costs and system availability as you manage change.

You Need An Infrastructure That Can Anticipate And Adapt To Change


Successful network convergence requires a power and cooling infrastructure that can adapt to changes in capacity and criticality.

Standalone

Single Units

Network Data Center High Availability Flexible & Scalable


Standard units with fixed sizes that work together

Modular

Cost savings by retaining initial investment Added redundancy

Small Computer Rooms Path to Availability New Servers and Routers

Network Access Areas Better Availability Racks with Security PoE, VoIP Support Others Point of Sale Process Control Technical Rooms Specialist Applications

Scalable

Flexibility with internal modularity A unit with single direction for growth

Adaptive

Flexibility that can deal with uncertainty (reconfigurable) Adapts to changing requirements in capacity, density and availability

Network

Energy Efficiency Is More Important Than Ever


Each Component That Goes Into The Liebert PEX Is Designed, Manufactured and Tested To Ensure That It Will Contribute To Its Overall Efficiency.

Your Environmental Cooling System Consumes From 35% to 45% of Data Center Energy
Your data center is composed of many different types of equipment. Do you know that your precision air conditioning consumes over 35% of its total energy? Your IT equipment also generates heat that needs to be taken out. The more equipment you have, the more cooling you will require. Since it consumes a significant amount of power in your data center, the energy efficiency of your environmental control system becomes a priority. Make sure youve got the right cooling solution.
Energy Consumption In Your Data Center
Electricity Transformer and UPS 10% Air Movement 12%

IT Equipment 50% Cooling 25%

Energy Efficiency Is Important In Any Climate


Some precision cooling providers claim maximum efficiency but look again. Engineered efficiencies means that the Liebert PEX is efficient in all climate conditions all over the world.

Lighting, etc. 3%

Engineered for Efficiency

The Liebert PEX: More Than A Single Energy Efficient Component


The efficiency of the Liebert PEX is engineered into the product. Each component that goes into the Liebert PEX is carefully tested to ensure that it will contribute to its overall efficiency. All enhancements to energy efficiency are designed to reduce operating time of key components and increase the Mean Time Between Failure. In addition to having components that are individually engineered to provide the best efficiency, how these components work and interact with each other also contribute to the energy savings you get with the Liebert PEX.

Key Features Contributing To The Superior Efficiency Of The Liebert PEX

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iCOM Controller The teamwork mode in the iCOM Controller feature of the Liebert PEX ensures efficiency by allowing multiple units to work together as a single system to optimize room performance. Scroll Compressor Designed to run 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.The inherently efficient scroll compressor has an EER of 11.3. Microprocessor-based controls intelligently determine operational requirements. Infrared Humidifier The Infrared Humidifier has been a feature on Liebert environmental control systems for over 25 years. Its rapid response and cleanliness has made it an industry standard in applications that demand precise, particle-free humidity control. Other Energy Saving Features The Liebert PEX also features the following for improved energy efficiency: > Static regain duct > Controlled dehumidification cycle > EC Fan options

Energy Savings Engineered Into Each Component

Evaporator Fans 2800 watts

Compressors 10900 watts

Condenser Fans 1500 watts

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Space Savings For Your Critical Real Estate


Space Efficient, Whole Life Design Gives Savings On Real Estate Costs And Allows For Easier Serviceability.

18% More Cooling Per Square Meter (unit only)


New generation Liebert PEX undoubtedly has one of the smallest footprints in Precision Air equipment available today.
kW to SqM : UNIT ONLY

The Liebert PEX exceeds the average by 18%

13% LESS kW/SqM than Liebert PEX

37% LESS kW/SqM than Liebert PEX

Liebert PEX

Average

Manufacturer 1

Manufacturer 2

35% More Cooling Per Square Meter (Including Service Area)


Emerson engineers have long understood that the whole footprint story includes the extended footprint defined by operation and service access area requirements. Liebert PEX requires nothing more than direct front access. This means that you can achieve 100% space utilisation around the unit and not suffer dead space caused by service access requirements on the sides and rear.
kW to SqM : UNIT INCLUDING SERVICE AREAS
The Liebert PEX exceeds the average by 35%

30% LESS kW/SqM than Liebert PEX

57% LESS kW/SqM than Liebert PEX

Liebert PEX

Average

Manufacturer 1

Manufacturer 2

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Maximizing Billable Space

Your Total Cost Of Ownership


Considering both the unit size and the service access requirements, The Liebert PEX offers the most optimal return on your investment that you make on your space. With other units, you will need to get a bigger room for the exact same capacity - this means a bigger overall cost of ownership. With 40 years of experience behind them, our engineers understand that this equipment is installed & operated with a long life in mind. The Liebert PEX is designed to reliably service your critical space thermal requirements for the next 10 years or more. All major components that will require attention over that long life are positioned for easy and simple access. All major components of the Liebert PEX are accessible from the front for easy serviceability.

Compact Unit, Minimal Service Area

Considering both the unit size and the required service access area, the Liebert PEX offers the best return on the investment you make on your data center space.

Units can also be easily dismantled and re-assembled for difficult access and site jobs (e.g.small lifts, stairways and doors).

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Proactive Control and Monitoring Of Critical Sytems


High-Level Supervision To Multiple Units With The Liebert iCom Control System

Optimize Room Performance


The Liebert iCOM-control system featured on the Liebert PEX brings high-level supervision to multiple units allowing them to work together as a single system to optimize room performance.

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Energy Efficiency With Teamwork Mode


The Liebert iCOM-control system featured on the Liebert PEX brings high-level supervision to multiple units allowing them to work together as a single system to optimize room performance.

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Proactive Control and Monitoring

Additional Views Available With Large Graphic Displays


The optional large graphic display features a 320x240 dot matrix backlit screen with helpful system and maintenance views. It allows you to see the average operation of the system or all units that are working together in Unit to Unit(U2U) Communication mode for Teamwork or Lead/Lag from a centralized location.

Easy Serviceability With The Liebert iCom

Monitors all key system functions and reports to alarm, if needed

Removable display makes servicing easier

Unit Diary Free field area within the unit memory where unit maintenance shares history with any authorized users or loggedin service contacts, including record of what others have done.

Spare Parts List Critical spare part numbers are saved in unit memory and may be displayed on the Large Graphic Display, speeding identification of parts.

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System Supervision To Protect You 24 x 7


Critical Systems Management Speeds Emergency Response And Supports Preventive Maintenance

Distributed Management with Liebert IntelliSlot Interface Cards


For enhanced remote communications and control of your Liebert units, the Liebert IntelliSlotWeb and 485 Cards deliver the communication capabilities you require. Monitoring and control through your existing network with no additional software required Each Liebert system equipped with a Liebert IntelliSlot Web Card takes full advantage of your Ethernet network, allowing remote monitoring from your computer desktop, network operations center or wherever network access is permitted, without the need for front-end software. Monitoring integration with your existing Building Management System. A Liebert system equipped with an IntelliSlot 485 Card can be seamlessly integrated with your existing building management system.

Centralized Management with Liebert Nform Software


As business grows, your critical equipment infrastructure will expand, thus the need for centralized management of this equipment will be key to your business success. Connecting to equipment in the distributed critical space is only part of the monitoring challenge. Liebert Nform leverages the network connectivity capabilities of your Liebert equipment to provide a centralized monitoring view of your distributed equipment. Utilizing the SNMP and web technologies built into each of the Liebert IntelliSlot communication cards, Liebert Nform will centrally manage alarm notifications to provide you with an easy interface to access critical status information.

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24 x 7 System Supervision

Enterprise Management with Liebert SiteScanWeb Software


For customers who require extensive management of critical system equipment that may span multiple locations in an ever-moving global enterprise, Liebert SiteScan Web will centrally manage your critical equipment and give you the power to move beyond the event-responsive service paradigm. Liebert SiteScan Web does it all Real-time monitoring and control Event management and reporting Data analysis and trending Building management integration Liebert SiteScanWeb is a comprehensive critical systems management solution dedicated to ensuring reliability through graphics, event management and data extrapolation. The standard web interface allows users easy access from anywhere at anytime. Single and multi-site applications Event management and unit control Trend and historical data captures and reporting Full ASHRAE BACnet compatibility Java based Windows 2000, XP and 2003 compatible
OpenComms Nform

Adaptive Monitoring: Increase Availability and Reduce Support Costs


Adaptive monitoring technologies allow easy information maneuverability to key resources, whether you need to integrate critical system data with your network management system, building management system or enable a web browser interface.

Lieberts monitoring technology puts critical systems information at the fingertips of support personnel wherever they are addressing the increasing concern for improved internal communication between management groups surrounding a data center.

Site Scan Web

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Multiple Configurations

Cooling Options Available On Your Liebert PEX


Configure the Liebert PEX to meet your specific needs

Designed for in-room or ducted applications

Upflow Units

Downflow Units

Designed for raised floor applications

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Optimal Configuration Range

Upflow Units

Downflow Units
Air Filter Evaporator Coils Electric Heaters Fan Air Cooled Condensers

Air Cooled

Heat rejection via outdoor air cooled condenser

Fan

Electric Heaters Evaporator Coils

Air Cooled Condeser/s

Humidifier

Humidifier Air Filter Compressor/s Compressor/s Duct

Water Cooled

Heat rejection via cooling tower or closed-circuit drycooler

Fan

Air Filter Evaporator Coils

Electric Heaters Evaporator Coils

Electric Heaters Humidifier Fan

Humidifier Air Filter Water Cooled Condenser Compressor/s Compressor/s Water Cooled Condensers Duct

Glycol Cooled

Fan

Air Filter Evaporator Coils

Heat rejection via closed-circuit drycooler

Electric Heaters Evaporator Coils

Air Cooler

Electric Heaters Humidifier

Fan Air Cooler

Humidifier Air Filter Glycol/Water Cooled Condenser Compressor/s Compressor/s Duct Glycol/Water Cooled Condensers

Fan

Air Filter Evaporator Coils Electric Heaters

Chilled Water

Heat rejection via chiller

Electric Heaters Evaporator Coils Humidifier

Humidifier Air Filter Fan

Air Filter

Chilled Water EC
Heat rejection via chiller
Electric Heaters Evaporator Coils

Backcurve Fan

Evaporator Coils Electric Heaters Humidifier

Humidifier Floor Air Filter Backcurve Fan

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Capacity Chart
DX Range : Air Cooled, Water Cooled and Glycol Cooled
DX Range (50/60 Hz) Refrigerants - R22 - R407C Configurations - Upflow - Floor - Ducted 1020, 1035
852 x 874 mm

2040 to 2070
1704 x 874 mm

2020, 2025
1664 x 552 mm

1010, 1015
834 x 552 mm

Small Frame

CW Range : Chilled Water


CW Range (50/60 Hz) Configurations - Upflow - Floor - Ducted

1020 to 1040
852 x 867 mm

205

170

1015
834 x 552 mm

2020 to 2040
1664x552 mm

Small Frame

kW Tons

5 1.4

10 2.9

15 4.3

20 5.7

25 7.1

30 8.6

35 10

40 11

45 13

50 14

55 16

60 17

65 19

70 20

75 21

The Liebert PEX program is being rolled out globally during calendar year 2008 and will be phased by capacity. Release dates may vary from

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Direct Expansion

Chilled Water

Legend:

Model (W) x (D)

Model (W) x (D)

All Small Frame: Height = 1950 mm All Large Frame: Height = 1970 mm

3080 to 3100
2553 x 874 mm

Large Frame

3080 to 3140
2553 x 867 mm

50 to 2090 Large Frame

04 x 867 mm

80 23

85 24

90 26

95 27

100 29

105 110 115 30 31 33

120 34

125 36

130 37

135 39

140 40

145 41

150 43

155 44

160 46

165 47

m 50Hz to 60Hz models. Check with local Emerson Network Power representative for details relevant to your geographical territory.

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Liebert PEX Features Summary

Liebert PEX Dual Module Downflow Unit

The Liebert PEX from Emerson Network Power


Efficiency and reliability in a compact package

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Energy Efficiency
Infrared Humidifier for precise and instant humidity control iCOM controller for optimized room performance Scroll Compressor for highest efficiency and low noise Static regain duct for improved underfloor air distribution Efficient dehumidification cycle Oversized FC Fans Optional EC fans can be located below the floor for optimum EER efficiency Optional electrode humidifier

Space Savings
18% more kw per square meter compared to industry average Requires nothing more than direct front access Units can be dismantled and reassembled for difficult site jobs

Communications and Monitoring


Teamwork Mode allows units to work together in rooms with unbalanced loads Spare parts list allows speedy identififcation of parts Unit diary shares history with any authorized users or service contacts

System Supervision and Management


Enhanced remote communications and control with Liebert Intellislot card Centralized Management with Liebert Nforms software Enterprise Management with Liebert SiteScan Web Software

Multiple Configurations
Ten different configurations for Upflow and Downflow units Dual valve Chilled Water Control Front Filter Access Refrigeration Isolating Valves

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A Heritage Of Reliability and Service Commitment


Our Expertise In Precision Cooling Sets Us Apart. Our Global Services Give You That Added Peace Of Mind.

Emerson Network Power Invented Precision Air Conditioning With The First Liebert Systems
No one knows more about precision cooling than Emerson Network Power . After all, we invented it with our Liebert line back in 1965. Our mission critical cooling technology has been proven in thousands of critical data centers around the world. In fact, there are Liebert mission-critical precision cooling systems in the field that have been in constant use for over 30 years, 24 hours a day!

The Global Standard For Reliability


These products are recognized as the worlds standard for reliable operation. 100% of the Fortune 500 companies rely on our solutions to protect their critical networks. We have had experience in designing for an incomparable variety of applications all over the world.

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Reliability & Service Commitment From Emerson Network Power

Emerson Network Power Services

Emerson Network Power Services delivers unmatched 24 x 7 x 365 support and service before, during and after installation. If youre an Emerson Network Power customer, youre a customer for life

Truly Global

Over 140 Service Centers Over 2000 Service Field Engineers Over 570 Technical Support Staff WORLDWIDE

Who Is The Emerson Service Expert?

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Factory Trained You can be sure that the only people who deal with your critical precision cooling equipment will be 100% factory trained Emerson service experts Original Parts You can be sure that the parts you will receive from our 100% Emerson service experts are 100% original parts. With our Multi tiered parts availability program, you are ensured that parts will be made available to you when and where you need them. Version Control You are assured of 100% version control so that your critical business systems wont have to experience downtime due to incompatibility.

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Support Network We not only help you develop your environmental control system, but our 100% Emerson service experts also offer a full support network so that your critical systems have a full safety net every step of the way. Quality Response You dont just get prompt service; you also get 100% quality response. This means no useless tinkering, no wasted time-- just quality service, straight away.

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Our Integrated Solution: Heat Is Only A Part Of The Story!


We Offer The Complete Solution To Enable Business-Critical Continuity

Emerson Network Power Also Offers A Full Range Of Power Protection Solutions
A steady flow of power, and the means to get it to each piece of equipment in a critical facility, is another key to availability. The proper functioning of these systems depends on the quality of power and the ability to ride through outages of any duration. Only Emerson offers the breadth of power supply products to meet any of these needs.

Our 12 Centers Of Expertise


AC Power DC Power Precision Cooling
Power Switching & Control Surge Protection

Outside Plant

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Grid To Chip Integrated Solution From Emerson Network Power

Key areas of protection that must be addressed to maintain the highest level of system uptime:

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Power Availability Availability depends on the continuity of power and the ability of an uninterruptible electrical supply to ride through outages of any duration. Emerson Network Power offers UPS solutions ranging from 500 VA up to 1000kVA. Power Protection Utility power is often far too dirty for sensitive systems. In these situations, surge suppression and power conditioning can deliver the power quality you need. Emerson Network Power offers surge protection and power conditioning systems up to 300 kVA.

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How Good Does Your Power Protection Need To Be?
Your protection must be good enough to give you peace of mind - and that can be very different for every application. Tell us what you have, what you need to accomplish, and we will develop a plan to protect it.

Power Conversion/ Distribution Converting and delivering both AC and DC power throughout a large facility is an important step in protecting availablity. Emerson Network Power manufactures power conversion and distribution systems ranging from 1 5 kVA to 225 kVA.

Embedded Power

Racks & Integrated Cabinets

Connectivity

Monitoring

Services

Embedded Power, Embedded Computing and Micro-cooling

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