9/1/2010 1:37:37 PM
With each passing day, the list of satisfied customers using CPI’s Passive Cooling® Solutions grows. This time, DBG, a custom metal products and services company located in Canada, discovered how a planned relocation of their company’s IT department and equipment offered the perfect opportunity to “expand and upgrade” the existing data center.
While the company’s previous data center used open racks alongside a server room AC unit, Julian Wainewright, IT Manager at DBG, understood that AC alone did not offer the most dependable solution to cooling the data center.
“If our AC unit stopped running, we would have to shut down everything or else run the risk of frying equipment,” Julian pointed out.
After careful research and evaluation, DBG found a solution that exceeded even their initial expectations – CPI’s T-Series SteelFrame Cabinets with CPI Passive Cooling® Solutions.
“CPI’s ducted exhaust cabinets not only make this data center more reliable and less prone to outages, but also provides great energy savings that we weren’t even originally looking for.”
Because the T-Series SteelFrame Cabinets installed at DBG were equipped with CPI’s Vertical Exhaust Duct, complete airflow isolation was achieved and the mixture of hot and cold air was eliminated.
Of course, there’s even more to this story than meets the eye! To learn all the details about DBG’s increased efficiencies and savings thanks to these CPI products, click here for the full scoop.
Then be sure to find out how Chatsworth Products can provide you with the same level of satisfaction and savings that DBG enjoys today! Jeff Cihocki, eContent Specialist
8/27/2010 1:57:53 PM
With all the hard work that’s been going on at CPI lately, let’s just say Labor Day can’t get here soon enough! But before we kick back for some much-needed R&R, let’s kickstart the weekend with an in-depth look at five new products launching today.
F-Series TeraFrame® HD Cabinet System
Make no mistake, the F-Series TeraFrame® HD Cabinet System is a beautifully rendered, sharply focused storage solution for all your computer, data and network equipment, but here, HD stands for something much more important in today’s industry – heavy duty. Especially equipped to handle heavy duty server and storage applications requiring up to 3,000 lb (1630 kg) of equipment support, the F-Series TeraFrame HD Cabinet is designed to be pre-loaded with equipment at a factory integration site and then shipped to the data center. The HD TeraFrame Cabinet includes two pairs of sliding, continuously adjustable equipment mounting rails with square punched mounting holes for compatibility with most rack-mount equipment. In addition, the F-Series TeraFrame HD Cabinet system includes heavy-duty casters with roller bearings for superior long-term performance under load, a shock pallet, and a re-usable cushioned carton for protection during shipment. Doors are either solid or perforated (mesh) and feature a swing handle with keyed-lock for security.
Security T-Series SteelFrame Cabinet
Speaking of security, for ultimate protection and peace of mind when it comes to storing video recorders and other security equipment, the Security T-Series SteelFrame Cabinet offers a variety of top-notch features. Built tough, yet priced affordably, this steel cabinet proves an attractive solution for 19” EIA rack-mountable equipment, with fully adjustable EIA-310-D compliant vertical mounting rails to accommodate depth-variable, easy installation. The cabinet doors come equipped with keyed locks, single-point latch and swing handle for both easy access and secure containment. Available to ship as a fully configured and assembled cabinet, or as a frame-only cabinet without side panels or doors, the Security T-Series Cabinet from CPI is perfect for those thinking braun on a budget.
Velocity™ Standard Pack
Consolidating your equipment and cabling needs saves time and money. Enter the Velocity™ Standard Pack (VSP), an easy-to-use solution for managing those needs at the cross connect. The VSP comes complete with one CPI Standard Rack, a concrete floor installation kit, and a single or double-sided Velocity Vertical Cable Manager packaged in a single carton. CPI’s Standard Rack supports patch panels, fiber enclosures and network switches and is UL® Listed, with easy set up and use. Velocity Cable Managers are single and double-sided cable management troughs that control cable feed with a patented system of large cable openings that align with each equipment-mounting space on the rack. The snap-on cover provides quick and easy access to cables and a clean, finished look for a complete cable management system. The VSP is offered in four variations with a single-sided or double-sided cable manager in either 3.6”W (91 mm) or 6”W (152 mm) versions. Cable managers can be mounted on either side of the Standard Rack.
Distribution Channel Mounting Rings
CPI’s Distribution Channel Mounting Rings feature a variety of practical design elements to successfully organize, protect and preserve equipment wiring and cabling. Mounting to the upright channels of CPI Universal equipment racks only, the Distribution Channel Mounting Rings are made of high-strength, fire-retardant material and sold either individually or in quantities of 100. Now available in black to match racks with black finish, the rings feature rounded edges to prevent damage to cable and wire insulation while providing easy pull-through. Additionally, the open-design, split “C” ring allows for easy adds, moves and changes, thus eliminating the need to feed through cable.
Center Rail For Adjustable ServerRack and QuadraRack™
CPI’s Center Rail can be added to the Adjustable ServerRack and QuadraRack™ to provide an additional pair of mounting rails for rack-mount equipment. Made of durable steel and shipped with marked and numbered rack-mount spaces to simplify equipment installation, the Center Rail consists of one pair of 19”W mounting rails with square-punched or threaded equipment mounting holes. The adjustable depth gives you the ability to attach the rails at any point along the side of the rack as well. With a 1,000 lb (453.6 kg) equipment load bearing capacity when used as an independent pair of rails, the rack load remains 2,000 lb (907.2 kg) when Center Rail is used as the front or rear pair of a four-point mounting solution – versatile indeed.
If you have any questions or comments about these or any CPI products, please feel free to use the comments feature below. Jeff Cihocki, eContent Specialist
8/23/2010 2:07:39 PM
Terry L. Julius has been selected as a winner in the Chatsworth Products, Inc. 2010 Cruise Sweepstakes. Terry is a Consultant with Walsh Engineering in Idaho Falls, Idaho and registered to win the cruise while visiting the CPI website. He and his wife are planning to cruise the Western Caribbean. Congrats, Terry!
Remember, there’s just one more cruise giveaway this year, so be sure to follow these simple instructions for your chance at a high seas adventure, courtesy of CPI:
1. Visit www.chatsworth.com/cruise and watch a two minute video on our Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions and complete the online registration form. The videos will change periodically and with each new video, you’ll get another chance to register.
2. Complete an entry form at trade shows that CPI is attending in the U.S., Canada and the United Kingdom.
3. Complete an entry form at CPI sponsored seminars listed on our website.
Good luck! Jennifer Miller, Sales and Marketing Specialist
8/20/2010 1:44:53 PM
If you’ve ever attended a standing-room-only, sold-out concert, you’ll have a good idea of where we’re coming from – first, imagine the amount of people – just a sea of faces as far as the eye can see. Everyone, pressed together, shoulder-to-shoulder, packed to the rafters. Now, imagine a data center, filled to capacity. Cables, everywhere… up, down, left, right, overhead, under floor – get the picture? Of course, these two scenes point out one fundamental similarity – when space is at a premium, you must find a way to navigate through the tangled maze.
Here at CPI, we’re doing just that. In fact, on a recent on-site visit to a data center installation using CPI’s cable runway and tray products and more, our team of design engineers snapped some intriguing photos of the cable fill-rate issue in action. Now, it’s worth mentioning that one of the huge advantages to working with CPI is the fact that our engineers often make onsite visits just as you see here – both pre- and post-installation - something many of our competitors simply don’t offer. In this sense, having the same people who design and manufacture your cable management systems come to observe them ensures a higher level of understanding and ingenuity for future product development.
On this particular occasion, our team discovered how the standards and regulations on cable fill rates set forth by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) can be stretched to capacity. In the images accompanying this post, you can clearly see how a higher volume and density of cabling can quickly bundle together to produce a large-scale, tightly condensed configuration. To avoid reaching these maximum capacities, it’s always a good idea to refer to CPI’s handy online Cable Pathway Selection Table and the CPI Cable Fill Table. Here, you’ll be able to match CPI’s various cable support systems, such as the Universal Cable Runway and the OnTrac™ Cable Tray, to your specific needs with regards to load capacity, length, and recommended cable fill capacities. This will help ensure your installation maintains adequate space for cabling, as well as allowing you the chance to take advantage of the need for specially-designed and customized products – another value-added benefit offered by CPI.
In addition to offering the Cable Pathway Selection Table, CPI also goes above and beyond in best practices for cable management by conducting extensive in-house research and testing on all cable runways, trays and cable management systems we manufacture. By putting our products to the test with the same exact cables you’ll be using in the field, you can rest assured that we understand the diversity of challenges you face in planning and implementing an effective cable management system. Through this experience, we’re better equipped to offer on-site consultation, troubleshooting and upkeep.
While the images you see here depict cable management to the max, it’s useful to remember that CPI has many cable management products to help with just such high-volume scenarios, including our state-of-the-art Evolution™ Cable Management system.
No matter how you splice it, every cabling set-up story is going to have its twists and turns – let’s just say this one was packed full of ‘em! Jeff Cihocki, eContent Specialist
8/13/2010 1:58:16 PM
While three of four cruises have already been awarded, there’s still one more chance to register to win before we say bon voyage to the cruise sweepstakes!
Even if you’ve already registered in the past you can register again by viewing the new video featuring our Scalable Enterprise Management Application (SEMA) software located on the cruise sweepstakes page.
Just watch the new video, get the new code found at the end of the video and enter it in the form found at the bottom of the sweepstakes page. You will then be entered in the next drawing.
You can also register at CPI booth # 429 at the BICSI Fall Conference next month.
Imagine yourself on a seven day cruise to Alaska, the Mediterranean or the Caribbean. If you win, you get to choose your destination – airfare included. Register Today! Kim Ream, Sr. eCommerce Specialist
8/13/2010 8:19:46 AM
Before the bell rings and we officially close the book on the dog days of summer, there’s still time to do your back-to-school shopping. Though we’re not talking about stocking up on pens, pencils and paper... here at Chatsworth, we have something more impressive in mind – a full course-load of exciting new products to strengthen your data center – especially for those in the education sector.
Our curriculum starts with the new OnTrac™ Wire Mesh Cable Tray – and let’s face it, starting things off on the right track is always a good idea. CPI’s latest cable tray now comes in a UL® Listed pre-galvanized finish, offering an even more cost-effective pathway solution for less-visible indoor locations like those under raised floors and above drop ceilings. By distributing network cables to cabinets and racks with this no-frills approach, the OnTrac also boasts excellent load-bearing capacity and protection – especially ideal for plenum spaces. Of course, it wouldn’t be a CPI tray without the ability to customize your design to wind its away around corners and obstacles with ease – just another reason why we’re at the head of the class when it comes to useful cable management.
Another hot topic this year… keeping your data center cool! Thanks to CPI’s HotLok™ Snap-In Filler Panels, there’s now an easy and affordable way to seal off open rack-mount units, thus preventing hot air recirculation around standard 19”EIA rack-mount computer server and data storage equipment. HotLok panels pop on and off in a snap and are made from durable, RoHS compliant lightweight plastic, meaning easy installation and removal. Better still, the HotLok earns extra credit for its optional built-in temperature strip, giving you the ability to visually identify potential hot spots in the making. There’s nothing like coming to class prepared!
Naturally, fitting in is an important part of the back-to-school process, and rather than stick out like a sore thumb, CPI’s Black D-Rings for the PatchRack for CPI Cable Runway are now available in, yup, you guessed it, black, to match racks with a black finish as well. This simple, yet seamless color scheme update lends another dimension to the aesthetic quality of CPI D-Rings while still offering the same trusted pathway support for premise cables and patch cords.
Back to black, CPI’s latest Cable Runway Vertical Wall Brackets are also now available in the popular color of choice to match the black runways they help support. Used to attach cable runway to a wall in a vertical orientation to route cables from floor to ceiling, this new uniformity further helps polish your existing data center or gives your new data center that added measure of professionalism – not to mention structural support.
If you’re ready to graduate to a higher degree of data center know-how, give these new products your full and undivided attention – come test time, you’ll be glad you did!
To learn more about the new CPI products listed above, simply click here for detailed information. Jeff Cihocki, eContent Specialist
8/5/2010 2:21:37 PM
When it comes to a discussion on the necessity of larger, heavier cabling in today’s data centers, let’s cut to the chase and lay it on thick – we’re talking Cat 6a UTP thick. These days, it’s imperative to maintain the integrity of higher density cabling, and just as the need for such cabling increases, so too does CPI’s ability to handle larger diameters and densities.
New Combination Version Available
Living up to its name, CPI Evolution™ Cable Management is breaking the mold yet again and bolstering its highly versatile and innovative cable management capabilities. Now, the popular product line will feature a combination vertical cable manager with T-shaped cable guides in the front and removable, C-shaped cable rings for managing large, high-density cable bundles in the back. Easily applied to open two- and four-post CPI Rack Systems, this front-to-back coverage ensures your cabling, whether large or small, will be securely housed and routed for maximum performance and peace of mind – thanks in part to CPI’s sturdy, solid construction along with useful rounded edges to help manage, protect and preserve your premise cables, patch cords, jumper cords and more.
You’ll also have the option of three styles of Evolution Vertical Cable Managers: the Evolution g1 Single-Sided Manager, the Evolution g2 Double-Sided Manager with Movable Mid-Section, and the Evolution g3 Combination Manager. All three styles are available in a variety of sizes and include an attractive contoured front door that opens to either the right or left, while our single-sided horizontal manager includes an easy-to-apply snap-on cover, allowing you to manage above and below patch panels and network switches to organize and store cables.
To learn more about CPI Evolution Cable Management, and to work out the kinks in your current set-up, simply click here for more product information. Jeff Cihocki, eContent Specialist