Powder Coating for Data Center Server Racks, Metal Enclosures, and Security Panels

Building a data center requires thousands of metal components including server racks, cabinets, electrical enclosures, security panels, cable management components, and other metal equipment. These components must be durable to protect from handling, wear, and be corrosion resistant. Powder coating provides a durable finish for data center equipment and components with a strong, uniform finish across high-volume production lines.  

Why Use Powder Coating for Data Center Equipment?
Data center components are typically made of steel, aluminum, and other metals. These components need a protective finish that meets performance and aesthetic requirements. Powder coating uses electrostatic attraction to apply the powder to the components and then is cured in an oven to adhere to the surface. Powder coating provides protection from scratches and abrasions, corrosion resistance, reduced waste using powder recovery systems, and consistent application across high-volume production lines.

Data Center Components and Equipment
There are many components needed inside a data center build, including: 

• Server Racks: One of the most common components in a data center, these structures are produced in high-volume manufacturing environments and need a durable finish to withstand manufacturing, installation, and long-term maintenance. Conveyorized powder coating systems with automated material handling help manufacturers move components through the finishing process with less manual intervention.

• Metal Enclosures: Housing electrical and other equipment, these enclosures are used throughout data centers for power distribution and control panels, network equipment, battery and energy storage, and more. With complex geometries, doors, hinges, and vents, these structures need a powder coating system designed to handle each surface.

• Security and Control Panels: In order to protect sensitive equipment and infrastructure, there are many security systems components that require powder coating. Security doors, panels, cabinets, and other protective enclosures are exposed to many environmental factors that require a tough finish. 

Building a Powder Coating System for Data Center Manufacturing
Manufacturers are facing huge increases in demand for server racks, electrical enclosures, and other fabricated components as data center construction continues to expand. Designing a powder coating system for these components can help you increase production, maintain consistency and quality in your coatings, and provide operational efficiencies. 

Rohner designs and builds custom powder coating systems for industrial manufacturers working in the data center industry. From powder booths and recovery systems to curing ovens and automation, we can help you design a system for your specific production process, parts, and facility footprint. Talk to our team about increasing production efficiency and scaling your finishing operations

Have questions? Please contact the Rohner team: info@rohner-usa.com