Keeping Servers Safe

Data centers and colocation facilities have some of the highest security available. They utilize motion-activated cameras, biometric locks, 24-hour security guards, and that's just to enter the building!  Upon making your way into a server room, you'll undoubtedly cross additional security measures to prevent any unauthorized access. After passing through all of these safety measures, you'll face the final frontier for securing all that equipment....wire mesh partitions!

With stringent requirements for air quality, FordLogan woven wire systems are a perfect fit as they do not require field cutting or drilling like some cheap alternatives.  Instead, all parts (doors, panels, posts) simply bolt together in the field through pre-punched holes.

The benefits go beyond the cleanliness. In fact, one of the best reasons for sourcing FordLogan woven wire cages is that they are stocked for quick shipment. That means as you get a contract for floor space, we can get you the materials you need in 48 hours (when painted in standard gray finish). Stock heights can be found HERE.

Get the RIGHT wire mesh security enclosure for your data center or colocation facility TODAY!

The Hustle & Bustle of the US Government's Fiscal Year-End

If you work for or with the US Government, then you're well aware that their fiscal year-end is right around the corner (Sept. 30th).  It is estimated that during the month of September the US Government will spend over $460 billion on new or existing contracts.  The main spending culprits during this final stretch are: State Department, Social Security Administration, Dept. of the Interior, Dept. of Defense & the USAF.

 

Like so many projects, they start off as a 'hot-rush' and wind up getting put on the backburner until funds are available.  Now that these jobs are coming back to life, how can you meet customer's requirements to have material onsite in the next day/week/month?

With FordLogan woven wire systems, standard sized material is kept in stock and is available for quick shipment (within 48 hours!). Stocked heights are: 7', 8', or 10' tall.  All quick-shipment orders  have our standard polyester powder coated finish (gray).

Get your quick quote for quick-ship material TODAY!

Government Sales? LOCK IT UP!

If the Cap Fits…

Not all things are created equal, and not all things should be repeated just because that’s the way they were always done. In fact, if that were the case, wouldn’t we still be using asbestos in tiles and pipes for its resistance against fire and chemicals?  Now we know different.

Woven wire mesh partitions use a top capping bar to help stiffen the fence run when a ceiling isn’t present.  There is a long standing specification for those top capping bars to consist of 2-1/4” by 1” steel channel.  This channel is oversized versus the partition panels allowing U-bolts to loop below the top frame of the panels and bolt through the capping channel.  This size requirement exists because it’s been used for decades. 

Let us examine a few ways it might be done better:

#1 Cutting Down on Hard Costs

Top capping bars are typically sent to customers in either 8’ or 10’ lengths and cut to size in the field with the purpose of bridging as many panel intersections as possible to optimize stability in the system.  Not only will heavier material take more time to cut and remove burrs, but it costs more money in both materials and freight.  FordLogan top capping bar is 1-1/2” x 1/2” channel which reduces these costs.

#2 CAPturing More Stability

The common 2-1/4” capping channel is designed to be a full 1” larger than the panel framing it is intended to attach to. Between the size difference between channel and frame and the use of U-bolts, the capping channel tends to slip and move, particularly if not fastened tightly.  FordLogan top capping bar fits snuggly over the panel below it and through bolts directly to the panel ensuring maximum stability, not to mention cleaner looking transitions between consecutive pieces.

 

#3 Reducing Connection Time

The use of U-bolts for connection are difficult to install when standing on one side of the cage. That, or another person is required to help with the attachment.  FordLogan top capping bar through bolts directly to the panel regardless of where a single installer is standing.  Additionally, it requires half of the hex nuts used on U-bolts further reducing installation time.

Not all things are created equal, and not all things should be repeated just because that’s the way they were always done.  There is no argument, FordLogan’s proprietary design for its top capping bar is dimensionally smaller than the standard specification.  But given the cost and performance advantages, there is no argument on whether its design is better than or equal to the specification.  Now we know different.

To view/download the installation detail for FordLogan capping bar, please click HERE or simply right-click and save the image below.