Why is Containment Important?
The goal of any containment solution is to prevent as much hot air from mixing with cold air as possible (typically above 95% efficiency at normal operating pressures). This is done to allow the hot air that returns to the CRAC/CRAH units to be the highest acceptable return air temperature, which is the optimal scenario for cooling air within the data center. In comparison, not using containment is akin to using air conditioning with the windows open. Legrand has a containment solution to support cabinets, ceilings, or floors.
Benefits:
- Increase Cooling & Energy Efficiency: Managing your hot and cold aisle airflow allows for more efficient facility operations, lowering PUE and providing additional cost savings now and in the future.
- Reduce Bypass Airflow: Containment solutions create physical barriers to prevent air leakage and create effective air distribution, optimizing airflow and cooling efficiency.
- Increased Equipment Lifespan: Proper containment prevents overheating and can keep equipment at more consistent operating temperatures, reducing unnecessary strain on Facility and IT equipment.
Containment Offering
For all containment applications where the cabinet to ceiling height is above 18”, not only are doors required, but you’ll need to select one of two main categories: hot aisle or cold aisle.
The most typical solution deployed in a data center because it allows the rest of the data center to remain cool. In most applications, hot aisle containment is more efficient than cold aisle containment because the hot air is concentrated and directed towards the CRAC/CRAH rather than mixing with ambient (room) air.
Typically deployed when using in-row coolers and in conjunction with raised flooring. In environments where the ceiling height is much greater than traditional drop ceiling.
Objectively, the most used part of any containment system is the door. Legrand offers doors in both sliding and swinging and for cabinet-to-cabinet or cabinet-to-wall applications. The easy-to-install doors are offered up to 102”H and allow a full 48” opening or 36” opening (dual and single, respectively).
Talk with a Cabinet and Containment sales expert or technical support advisor today.
Why Legrand?
Or On-Site Project Management Available anywhere in the country.
Certifications + Air Leakage Testing.
We have seen it all with over 100 years of experience in data center infrastructure. Coupled with In-House Engineering & Design to ensure the perfect fit.
Legrand Containment Process:
Step 1: Gather Information
Minimum: Aisle Width, Row Length, Cabinet, and Ceiling Height (Assumptions noted for Customer Review)
Preferred: Discuss color choices, insert materials, penetrations and cable routings, and missing cabinets
Ask us about our measurement services, which are paid and credited towards your containment project.
Step 2: Quote
Depending on the information provided, this can be either budgetary or fully detailed.
If ordered, any adds or changes are subject to review and potentially supplementary or revised quotes.
Walkthroughs are available upon request; if conducted, Legrand assumes responsibility for any adds or changes.
Step 3: Finalize for Production
If there are any outstanding questions not answered during this process, we’ll follow up for any last-minute details that can help us provide the best solution.
Once confirmed, we’ll begin the production process, and you’ll be one step closer to keeping your data center green.
