Mt. Pleasant, PA (December 2, 2022) – With almost four decades of expertise in the industrial enclosure market, ITSENCLOSURES is pleased to showcase one of their popular rack enclosures: the NEMA 12 IceStation IR72-12. This heavy-duty rack enclosure is designed to enclose various electronics and rack mount equipment. The IR72 enclosure measures 72” high x 24” wide x 38” deep and is constructed out of heavy-duty 12-gauge steel with 16-gauge steel side panels. In order to bolt together multiple units, the enclosure’s side panels (sealed with gasket) can be removed.

For rack mounting applications, the IR72 comes with 19-inch wide adjustable, mounting rails; customize with square punched or tapped rails. The IR72 has 38U of interior rack mount space and the rails attach to the rack enclosure’s built in uni-strut. The rack mounts rails are installed in the front and rear of the cabinet and feature an adjustable depth to allow proper equipment positioning. Dust-tight split panels are located on the top and bottom of the enclosure to run cables, cords, and wires of varying sizes.

The IR72’s front and rear doors can be locked – for security – with key locking 3-point latches. The full view window (on the front door) is ideal for equipment monitoring and offered in tempered safety glass or Lexan polycarbonate. The front and rear doors feature reversible hinges to increase placement flexibility.

JT Spangler, Owner of ITSENCLOSURES, discusses ITSENCLOSURES’ industrial enclosures, “Our goal has always been to supply our customers with tough, protective enclosures for any harsh environment. Our NEMA 12 enclosures will protect your essential electronics from dust, dirt, grease, lint, fibers, and splashing fluids. Each and every day, we continue to design, tweak, and fabricate innovative enclosure solutions as electronics, computers, printers and monitors evolve. ‘Forever and a day’ is the standard that we have set for ourselves since the very early days of ITSENCLOSURES. This will never change.”

Easily transport the rack mount enclosure around the factory floor with the included industrial grade casters. The front casters are lockable and the rear casters swivel. Lifting eyes, mounted on the top of the rack enclosure, can also be used to move the enclosure. For those companies that require the enclosure to be stationary, anti-tip legs or bolt down legs are available.

Thermal management options include a 200 CFM filtered fan system (2 complete systems can be installed easily), which will keep air flowing throughout the enclosure. The fan and exhaust will create a positive pressure, which eliminates damaging dust and dirt from entering the enclosure. Other thermal management options include different sizes of air conditioners, a vortex cooling unit, or a NEMA 12 heat exchanger.

ITSENCLOSURES designs and builds the most durable rack enclosures on the market and ships all of their innovative products completely assembled and ready to use upon delivery.

For more information on ITSENCLOSURES and their large array of industrial products, visit www.ITSENCLOSURES.com, send an email to info@itsenclosures.com, or call 1-800-423-9911 to talk to an ITSENCLOSURES sales representative.

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Mt. Pleasant, PA (December 10, 2021) – With over 35 years of enclosure experience, ITSENCLOSURES carries various rack enclosures, including the IR40-12 Rack Mount Enclosure. Constructed out of heavy-duty 12-gauge steel (frame and doors), the rack enclosure measures 40” High by 24” Wide by 42” Deep, making it one of the deepest enclosures in the ITSENCLOSURES line of products.

The IR40-12 is perfect for various industrial and factory settings and is equipped with 19-inch wide, fully-adjustable mounting rails with 20U (35 inches) of interior rack mount space. The front door (opening 19.5″ x 35″) features a full view glass window and both the front and back doors have two key locking latches. A fastener secured split entry panel on the bottom and top of the enclosure allows for dust tight cable/cord/wire entry.

The durable side panels are constructed out of 16-gauge steel and can be removed, in order to join together multiple IR40 enclosures. With industrial grade casters, the IR40-12 can be positioned on the manufacturing floor with ease. Need to secure the cabinet to the floor? Bolt down legs are available to be installed in place of the casters.

According to JT Spangler, Owner/President of ITSENCLOSURES, innovative industrial products make ITSENCLOSURES stand out from the crowd, “We are not surprised that our industrial products, like the IR40 rack mount enclosure, sell quite well every year. They are one of our best enclosures and the name ‘ITSENCLOSURES’ continues to resonate amongst our customers. IceStation products are always tough and built to last for many years. Computers, peripherals and any other vital electronics are carefully protected in our products.”

Thermal management options include a filtered fan system, which can be installed in various places on the rack enclosure. The fan and exhaust have positive pressure that will eliminate harmful dust and dirt entry. A NEMA 12 heat exchanger, which contains two 4-inch, 100 circulating fans, is another viable option. For warmer environments, air conditioners or a vortex cooling unit are available to help create the perfect temperature to successfully operate servers, uninterrupted power sources (UPS), and other electronics.

Customize the IR40 with fixed or sliding shelves, cable management, a power cord, and rack mountable power strips.

NEMA 12 enclosures protect against dust, dirt, lint, fibers, grease, and splashing fluids, which are prevalent in most manufacturing settings. ITSENCLOSURES skillfully designs and builds the most durable electronics’ enclosures on the market and ships every product completely assembled and ready to use upon delivery. All products are made in the USA.

For more information about ITSENCLOSURES and their large array of products, visit www.ITSENCLOSURES.com, email info@itsenclosures.com, or call 1-800-423-9911 to talk to an ITSENCLOSURES sales representative.

For more information on the IR40 or a free quote, visit the IR40 Product Page.

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Many companies utilize a server room to house important network equipment. Finding the perfect rack mount enclosure does require some thorough research. Identifying and understanding the following 3 considerations will help to make a well-informed decision on the best rack enclosure for the job.

3 Helpful Tips to Find the Perfect Rack Enclosure:

Space
Is the room – that the enclosure(s) will reside – physically large enough to install the intended rack enclosure? Make sure the room has sufficient clearance to set up the rack. As a rule of thumb, you will need at least 2-3 feet in the front and 2-3 feet in the back of the rack, so equipment can be easily accessed, and the doors have space to swing open. Most racks are around 36-38” deep, so account for approximately 8 feet of depth in the desired installation location. A rack enclosure should never be pushed against a wall. Also, be sure to account for space above the enclosure. Ample space from the top of the enclosure to the ceiling is necessary for proper air flow and routing cables overhead.

Environment
Do you have a clean room or dirty/dusty environment? Many server rooms are coined as “clean” rooms and are secluded from the factory floor. Clean rooms are generally air conditioned and maintained at a cool temperature. According to the website, WhatIs.com, “A clean room is an enclosed space in which airborne particulates, contaminants, and pollutants are kept within strict limits… In addition, the temperature and humidity may be controlled.” These types of applications are best suited for a vented rack enclosure. However, not all rooms are created equal! Some installations will require a NEMA 12 enclosure to keep dust, dirt, lint, grease, and splashing liquids away from electronics. In certain instances, specifiers may require a NEMA 4 or NEMA 4X rack to protect against a heavy washdown or harsh chemical cleaning.

Cooling
When contained in an enclosure, electronics will produce heat. It is critical to specify the correct cooling system prior to making any purchasing decisions. Filtered fans, a vortex cooling unit, heat exchangers, and air conditioners are all possible cooling solutions available for installation on server rack enclosures. Always make sure that the required cooling unit will fit on or in the enclosure. And, if installing a cooling system that has a filter, it is important to change or clean the filter regularly. According to the Energy Star website, “At a minimum, change the filter every [few] months. A dirty filter will slow down air flow and make the system work harder … wasting energy. A clean filter will also prevent dust and dirt from building up in the system — leading to expensive maintenance and/or early system failure.” Also, if you are tight on space, inquire if the room permits ducted cool air to be directed to the enclosure and, if so, clearly locate air intakes and exhausts near the equipment.

To ensure project success, perform the proper homework. Before purchasing an enclosure, be sure that essential elements, like thermal management, are evaluated. You do not want to purchase expensive electronics and have them fail, because the enclosure did not properly protect. Also – make sure that the necessary equipment will fit inside of the enclosure and that the correct NEMA rating is met!

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