Technology is moving at the speed of light, and data centers are being pushed to rapidly expand. How can you quickly deploy your data center infrastructure? As data center construction was paused or delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies are turning to colocation models to quickly expand their footprint and support their virtual
Server Rack Cable Management – Benefits and Best Practices
A tangled mess of cables in your server racks is every data center tech’s worst nightmare. Imagine trying to fix a server error or diagnose a problem quickly, but you can’t without digging through an overgrown jungle of cables. Effective server rack cable management is more than just aesthetically pleasing. It can: Support current data center initiatives around airflow
Maysteel Industries, LLC Launches Polycarbonate Germ Guard
Maysteel’s transparent polycarbonate Germ Guard barrier is ideal for retail environments, point of sale locations, commercial locations, and high traffic areas to help protect employees and customers Maysteel Industries, LLC (“Maysteel”), a complex sheet metal fabricator headquartered in Wisconsin, announced the launch of their polycarbonate Germ Guard accessory line to help prevent the spread of
Understanding IP vs. NEMA Enclosure Ratings
Enclosures protect electrical equipment from indoor and outdoor hazards, but not all enclosures offer the same level of protection. Why is this important? Well, imagine this scenario: It’s a dreary, rainy Monday morning. It stormed all night, and you didn’t get much sleep. You’re really looking forward to swinging through the coffee shop. But, as
Lower Your Data Center’s Operating Costs and PUE with AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) dates back to the 1950s and is becoming a staple in everyday life. Where can you find AI in your daily routine? From virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa to getting help from an online chatbot or sitting behind the wheel of a self-driving car, AI is impacting our lives in many ways. There’s no surprise that AI can also be found in today’s modern data center to help reduce operational costs. In
April is National Welding Month
Did you know that April is National Welding Month? Since 1996 National Welding Month, started by the American Welding Society (AWS), is an opportunity to celebrate the welding trade and to create awareness of the job opportunities within the field At Maysteel, we have over 80 talented men and women in the welding industry who play a critical role in delivering
DAMAC, a Division of Maysteel Named Wi-Fi Sponsor for Data Center World 2020
DAMAC, a Division of Maysteel, announced they are the official Wi-Fi sponsor for Data Center World 2020. Data Center World is happening March 16-19, 2020, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. Data Center World is a global conference organized to help data center and IT infrastructure professionals find solutions to
Maysteel Industries, LLC Expands Operations in Monterrey, Mexico
Increased capacity of Maysteel’s manufacturing campus offers greater solutions for customers. Maysteel Industries, LLC (“Maysteel”), a complex sheet metal fabricator headquartered in Wisconsin, announced today the expansion of their Monterrey, Mexico footprint. The 200,000 square foot campus features a streamlined layout designed around optimizing material flow. The new Maysteel location also offers increased capacity for
Maysteel Industries, LLC And Porter’s Group Announce Merger
Littlejohn Capital and Resilience Capital Partners Portfolio Companies Combined to Create an Industry Leading Sheet Metal Fabricator ALLENTON, WI, and GASTONIA, NC, December 23, 2019 – Maysteel Industries, LLC (“Maysteel”), and Porter’s Group announced today a merger of the two companies creating a leading custom sheet metal fabricator serving a number of industries. The company
5 Trends in Renewable Energy Storage [2019]
The renewable energy storage market is growing at a rapid pace. According to Utility Dive, Wood MacKenzie predicted that by 2023 the energy storage market in the United States will reach 3.9GW. We’re over halfway through 2019, and here are 5 trends we’ve seen. Trend 1 – Buy Low, Sell High The first trend we’ve
Maysteel Awards “Dedication to Manufacturing Excellence” Scholarship to Local Students
(Allenton, WI) Maysteel Industries, LLC, (“Maysteel”) awarded its flagship “Maysteel Dedication to Manufacturing Excellence” Scholarship to local high school students and celebrated them within its Allenton headquarters. This scholarship is part of Maysteel’s “Maysteel Gives Back” initiative that supports two main focal points: The first is giving back to the communities that support Maysteel’s facilities
4 Factors That are Changing Your Data Center Rack Requirements
With the rise of colocation, enterprise and edge data centers, the requirements for data center racks have changed from being a cabinet that manages equipment to a rack enclosure that can reduce data center operational costs by preserving valuable floor space, optimizing cooling and increasing the efficiency of IT staff. Here are 4 factors that
