Posted by Courtney Pardal on | Comments Off on Rack Configurator Guide: How to Spec the Right Military Rack Enclosure
This guide is designed to help integrators, engineers, and procurement teams specify the right electronic enclosure for their mission-critical application. Whether you’re outfitting a mobile command post, deploying edge computing units, or integrating into tactical vehicles, our enclosures are designed for adaptability, performance, and compliance. This guide walks you through each critical selection step.
1. Mission Profile First: Where’s It Going?
The first and maybe most important question: What’s the mission? Your rack isn’t just a box, it’s a battlefield-ready asset that must perform flawlessly in whatever environment it’s deployed.
Ask yourself:
Where will this enclosure be used? (Ground, air, sea, space?)
Is this stationary, mobile, or transit-deployed?
Will it face extreme conditions (temperature, sand, vibration, EMI)?
Does the mission require silent operation (low acoustic/thermal signature) or active shielding from jamming and detection?
What to look for:
MIL-STD-810H qualification: Ensures your rack survives the shock, vibration, and environmental challenges of operational theaters.
Shock and vibration resistance: Use isolation mounts or shock pallets for mobile deployments.
IP/NEMA ratings: Critical for waterproofing and dust exclusion in harsh or open-air deployments.
CARC coatings or stainless steel for corrosion: Protects against chemical agents, salt spray, and marine environments.
EMI/RFI mitigation: Consider filtered power entry modules and conductive gasketing for signal containment in high-security or EW zones.
Mission Profile Drives Everything: A rack built for a dry comms tent won’t cut it on a destroyer or UAV ground control trailer. Every choice downstream—materials, cooling, shielding, mounting—depends on getting this step right.
Standard Heights: 36″, 42″, 48″, 60″, 72″, 76″, but customization is always on the table.
Choosing the right height is a balancing act between payload, mobility and future scalability. A rack too small now could limit expansion later. Or a rack too tall might not travel well. The wrong depth or width could block airflow, interfere with cable routing, or limit module fit.
Rack it smarter:
Match the height to your equipment payload
Consider future growth
Check mobility requirements
Plan for cable clearance in your overall depth
Ensure weight capacity matches both now and future payloads
If your rack is transit-mounted, factor in shock isolation spacing and internal bracing
Pro Tip: 36″ and 72″ are the most commonly requested sizes due to mobility and capacity balance.
A rack’s main job is housing mission-critical electronics, and doing it safely, cleanly, and accessibly. The backbone of any military enclosure is its payload—the radios, servers, power systems, and control electronics that make the mission go. A properly spec’d rack doesn’t just fit your gear; it integrates and supports it, ensuring uptime, safety, and long-term serviceability.
You’ll want to plan for:
Number and type of devices to mount (radios, servers, PSUs, etc.)
Mounting rails (19″ EIA standard, custom spacing)
Power distribution unit (PDU) requirements
Internal cabling paths and harnessing needs
Popular configuration add-ons:
EMI-shielded backplanes for secure data routing
Removable brackets for modular device swap
Custom busbar layouts for high-current applications
Slide-out trays for quick servicing and easy component swaps
Removable side panels for enhanced lateral access and field maintenance
Pro Tip: Some users underestimate the value of labeling zones or service hatches—until it’s pitch-black, mid-deployment, and a cable needs replacing fast. Build in smart access from day one.
Features
AJXR 100 Series
Light-Duty
AJM 150 Series
Medium-Duty
AJMR 159 Series
Heavy-Duty
Standard Sizes
Height: 36", 42", 48", 60", 72", 76"
Width: 22"
Depth: 26", 30", 36"
Height: 36", 42", 48", 60", 72", 76"
Width: 22"
Depth: 26", 30", 36"
Height: 36", 42", 48", 60", 72", 76"
Width: 24"
Depth: 26", 30", 36"
Payload
Up to 500 lbs.
Up to 1200 lbs.
Up to 1600 lbs.
Material
2500 Series aluminum extrusions
6500 Series aluminum extrusions
9000 Series aluminum extrusions
Shock & Vibration Protection
Provides a lightweight, space saving rack for protection
from rain, dust and surface impact
Delivers a rack with good vibration protection using shock mounts
Delivers maximum level of shock and
vibration protection, including MIL-specs: MIL-STD-901D, MIL-STD-810 and MIL-STD-167
Uses
Prioritize portability and quick deployment:
Tactical Operations Centers
Lightweight radio or SATCOM systems
Testing & Simulation
Balances mobility with moderation protection for deployed environments:
Command Shelters & Containers
C5ISR systems in semi-rugged conditions
Built to survive extreme vibration, shock, and environmental exposure:
Airborne platforms
Shipboard radar, sonar and combat systems
Edge computing in combat zones for battlefield data processing
Configuration
Fully configurable
(COTS & customizable)
4. Thermal Management: Keep your Cool
Heat is the enemy of uptime. Military-grade systems require serious cooling considerations, especially when sealed for EMI or environmental protection. Cooling matters because it prolongs the lifespan of processors and mission-critical electronics; it prevents thermal shutdowns during peak usage or extreme climates; and ensures reliable performance in temperature-variable environments.
Cooling Methods:
Passive: Uses vents, perforated panels, and conductive materials to passively dissipate heat—ideal for low-power systems in moderate climates.
Active: Adds fan trays, blowers, and filtered intake/exhaust paths to support high-power or high-density equipment. Essential in hot or enclosed environments.
Closed-loop cooling: Uses sealed liquid or air recirculation to isolate internal airflow—great for dirty, sandy, or wet conditions where outside air would be problematic.
Smart cooling: Temperature sensors, thermostats, and fan control modules that adjust performance in real time based on thermal load.
Design Considerations:
Internal airflow direction (front-to-back, bottom-to-top)
Thermal isolation between hot and cold zones
Maintenance access for filter cleaning or fan replacement
Advanced Options:
Dual-redundant fan modules for mission continuity
Temperature-triggered alarms or shutoff systems
Remote monitoring via IP-based environmental sensors
Pro Tip: Always calculate your expected BTU/hr thermal load before choosing a cooling strategy. Oversized fans add weight and noise, while undersized cooling shortens component life. And don’t forget to account for ambient temperatures and mission duration.
For C5ISR, electronic warfare and high-security missions, shielding is critical. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio-frequency interference (RFI) can degrade performance, disrupt communications, or even expose your system to cyber-physical threats. Your rack must isolate and protect signal integrity.
What to consider:
Operational environment: Are you co-located with radar, jammers, or other sensitive systems?
Signal containment: Does your equipment need to avoid emitting or receiving interference?
System sensitivity: Are your payloads vulnerable to external EMI or internally generated noise?
Shielding features and design options:
Conductive gaskets to create tight electrical seals on doors and access panels
Shielded air vents and fan trays that allow airflow without compromising protection
Honeycomb filters and copper mesh for high-frequency attenuation
Conductive surface finishes that dissipate unwanted emissions
Filtered power entry panels to block conducted emissions
Test Standards: MIL-STD-461
Pro Tip: Effective shielding requires system-level thinking. Start by identifying likely emission sources, then work outward to gasket placement, airflow paths, and cable filtering.
6. Access & Serviceability: Who Has Access– and How Often?
Whether it’s regular maintenance, emergency repairs, or routine inspections, racks must be designed with both accessibility and security in mind.
Key Considerations
Who accesses the enclosure? It it a technician, operator, or multi-role user?
How often? Daily? Monthly? Only during failure or upgrades?
Where is it accessed? In the field, depot, or secure facility?
Common features:
Lockable front/rear doors: Keyed, RFID, or biometric depending on threat level.
Tool-less quick-release panels: For fast access without compromising structure.
Removable side doors: Improves lateral access in tight or rack-dense environments.
Cable ingress/egress panels: Simplifies routing while protecting internal components.
Labeling and documentation zones: Helpful for field notes, QR codes, or asset tracking.
Pro Tip: Think through who access what, and how frequently. Overbuild access, and you risk security. Underbuild it, and you frustrate your techs. Find the balance by mapping service roles to access zones.
Field deployment rarely happens in ideal conditions. Military rack enclosures must be designed to move: from warehouse to warzone and between mobile platforms. Transportability isn’t just a convenience; it’s a mission requirement.
Mobility Options:
Rugged transit case integration: Protects racks during multi-modal transport.
Locking casters: For rapid deployment in command posts or pop-up installations.
Shock-mount bases: Absorbs vibration from vehicle or aircraft transport.
Forklift cutouts and handles: Eases ground transport and warehouse handling.
Logistics Pro Tip: Always account for who’s lifting it, where it’s going, and how often it’s moving. Mobility planning today saves mission downtime tomorrow.
Posted by Courtney Pardal on | Comments Off on The Evolution of Rack Enclosures in Military Communications Systems
Military communications systems have undergone significant advancements over the years, requiring infrastructure that can keep pace with evolving technology. One critical component of this infrastructure is the rack enclosure, which houses and protects mission-critical communication equipment. As defense operations demand secure, reliable, and high-performance connectivity, rack enclosures have evolved to meet these challenges.
Early Military Rack Enclosures: A Foundation for Secure Communications
Initially, military rack enclosures were designed primarily for physical protection and organization of electronic equipment. These early models provided:
Basic structural integrity to shield components from damage
Standardized sizing to accommodate various hardware configurations
Limited environmental protection, often requiring additional measures for extreme conditions
The concept of rack-mounted systems began during WWII, when militaries needed to standardize communications and electronic systems across various platforms like ships, planes, and ground stations. These early racks followed the 19-inch rack standard, developed by AT&T for telephone systems and later adopted by the military for its modular flexibility. This standard became the basis for the widely used EIA-310 specification.
Example: During World War II, early military communication equipment was housed in basic metal enclosures mounted inside vehicles and command centers. These enclosures provided rudimentary protection against impact and vibration but lacked environmental sealing, requiring additional covers and insulation.
Modern Advancements in Rack Enclosures
With the increasing complexity of military communication systems, today’s rack enclosures offer more than just physical housing. Advanced features now address challenges related to security, mobility, and connectivity, including:
Enhanced Cyber and Physical Security
Integrated electromagnetic shielding (EMI/RFI) to prevent data interception
Secure access controls (biometric, RFID, and electronic locks) to prevent unauthorized entry
Tamper-proof designs to safeguard sensitive equipment in high-risk environments
Example: The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) deploys TEMPEST-certified rack enclosures that provide shielding against electromagnetic emissions, preventing adversaries from intercepting sensitive communications. These enclosures are used in command-and-control centers to protect classified data.
Environmental Protection & Durability
Ruggedized enclosures for extreme climates, including shock, vibration, and thermal resistance
Sealed designs with IP/NEMA ratings to protect against dust, moisture, and corrosive elements
Advanced cooling systems to manage heat dissipation in high-density setups
Example: Military bases in the Middle East use IP67-rated rack enclosures to protect sensitive communication equipment from sand, heat, and humidity. These enclosures feature advanced cooling systems and corrosion-resistant coatings to ensure long-term performance in harsh conditions.
Scalability and Modularity
Modular designs to accommodate evolving communication needs
Rack-mounted power distribution units (PDUs) for optimized energy management
Flexible configurations to integrate new technology without extensive redesigns
Example: The U.S. Army’s Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) uses modular rack enclosures that allow seamless upgrades to communication hardware. These enclosures support multiple radio types, enabling interoperability between different branches of the military without requiring complete system overhauls.
Mobility & Rapid Deployment
Lightweight, transportable racks for field operations and tactical environments
Shock-mounted transit cases to protect equipment during deployment
Pre-configured solutions for quick setup in mission-critical scenarios
Example: During humanitarian and combat missions, air-transportable communication shelters are equipped with lightweight yet rugged rack enclosures. These enclosures allow for rapid deployment of satellite communications (SATCOM) systems, ensuring troops have reliable connectivity in remote locations.
The Future of Rack Enclosures in Military Communications
As military operations continue to rely on AI-driven communications, IoT, and satellite connectivity, future rack enclosures will need to evolve accordingly. Emerging trends include:
Smart enclosures with real-time monitoring for environmental conditions, security, and system performance
Integration with 5G and edge computing to enhance battlefield communication networks
Energy-efficient designs with sustainable materials and power optimization technologies
Example: The U.S. Air Force is experimenting with AI-driven rack enclosures that feature built-in environmental sensors. These systems automatically adjust cooling and power distribution based on operational needs, reducing energy consumption while maintaining optimal performance.
As military operations expand into new and unconventional environments, rack enclosures are being reengineered to meet the demands of emerging domains.
This includes specialized designs for vertiports and unmanned aerial vehicle hubs, where space, weight, and modularity are critical. In space applications, enclosures must withstand microgravity, radiation, and extreme temperatures—requiring advanced shielding and materials.
Likewise, systems destined for Arctic or underwater environments call for extreme sealing, corrosion resistance, and thermal stability. These enclosures are also being tailored to support high-density computing for cyber defense and AI infrastructure, ensuring that mission-critical electronics remain secure and operational regardless of where the battlefield extends.
The evolution of rack enclosures reflects the growing demands of secure, resilient, and high-performance military communications. From basic protective structures to high-tech, intelligent enclosures, these systems now play a crucial role in ensuring seamless, secure, and mission-critical connectivity for modern defense operations.
Posted by Courtney Pardal on | Comments Off on Design Challenges and Solutions for Liquid-Cooled Rack Enclosures in Military Deployments
Implementing liquid cooling systems in military deployments presents unique design challenges due to the harsh and demanding environments in which these systems operate. Here are some common design challenges and practical solutions to address them:
1. Harsh Environmental Conditions
Challenge: Military environments can be extreme, with varying temperatures, humidity levels, and exposure to dust, sand, or water. These conditions can impact the performance and reliability of liquid cooling systems.
Solutions:
Robust Sealing: Use high-quality seals and gaskets to protect cooling components from dust, moisture, and contaminants.
Temperature Range Design: Choose components rated for wide temperature ranges and incorporate thermal insulation to protect sensitive parts.
Environmental Testing: Conduct environmental testing (e.g., MIL-STD-810) to ensure that the cooling system can withstand specific environmental conditions.
2. Integration with Existing Systems
Challenge: Integrating liquid cooling solutions into existing military rack systems can be complex, especially if the current infrastructure is not designed for liquid cooling.
Solutions:
Modular Components: Use modular cooling components that can be easily integrated or retrofitted into existing racks.
Custom Design: Work with manufacturers to design custom cooling solutions that fit within the existing rack layout and meet performance requirements.
Detailed Planning: Develop a detailed integration plan, including layout adjustments and cooling component placement, to minimize disruptions.
3. Space Constraints
Challenge: Military rack systems often have limited space, making it difficult to install additional cooling components without interfering with existing equipment.
Solutions:
Compact Cooling Solutions: Utilize compact and efficient cooling components, such as slimline pumps and small-footprint reservoirs.
Space Optimization: Optimize the use of available space by integrating cooling components into unused areas or combining them with other rack components.
Flexible Configurations: Design flexible cooling configurations that can adapt to varying space constraints.
4. Reliability and Maintenance
Challenge: Ensuring the reliability and ease of maintenance of liquid cooling systems is critical, as any failure could impact mission-critical operations.
Solutions:
Redundancy: Implement redundant cooling components, such as backup pumps and multiple coolant paths, to ensure continued operation in case of component failure.
Leak Detection: Install leak detection systems and use high-quality, leak-proof fittings and hoses to minimize the risk of leaks.
Maintenance Access: Design the system for easy maintenance access, including removable panels and accessible coolant reservoirs.
5. Thermal Management
Challenge: Efficiently managing heat dissipation in high-power military electronics can be challenging, especially in confined spaces.
Solutions:
Effective Heat Transfer: Use high-performance cold plates or heat exchangers to ensure efficient heat transfer from equipment to the coolant.
Flow Optimization: Optimize coolant flow paths and cooling distribution to ensure uniform temperature management.
6. Power and Energy Efficiency
Challenge: Liquid cooling systems can consume additional power, which is a critical consideration in energy-constrained military environments.
Solutions:
Energy-Efficient Components: Select energy-efficient pumps and cooling fans that minimize power consumption while maintaining performance.
Power Management: Implement power management strategies to optimize the use of available energy and reduce overall consumption.
Alternative Power Sources: Explore alternative power sources, such as battery backups or renewable energy, to support cooling systems in remote or off-grid locations.
7. Cost and Budget Constraints
Challenge: Budget constraints can limit the ability to invest in advanced liquid cooling technologies and components.
Solutions:
Cost-Benefit Analysis: Conduct a thorough cost-benefit analysis to justify the investment in liquid cooling based on performance improvements and long-term savings.
Modular Upgrades: Implement modular upgrades to spread the cost over time and allow incremental improvements to the cooling system.
Leverage Existing Technologies: Use existing technologies and components where possible to reduce costs while achieving the required cooling performance.
8. Regulatory and Compliance Requirements
Challenge: Compliance with military and industry standards is essential for ensuring safety, performance, and interoperability.
Solutions:
Adhere to Standards: Ensure that the liquid cooling system complies with relevant military specifications (e.g., MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461) and industry standards.
Documentation and Certification: Obtain necessary certifications and maintain documentation to demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements.
Regular Audits: Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure ongoing compliance with standards and regulations.
9. System Complexity
Challenge: Liquid cooling systems can introduce additional complexity to the rack system, including plumbing, monitoring, and control systems.
Solutions:
Simplified Design: Simplify the design of the cooling system to reduce complexity and make installation and maintenance easier.
Integrated Controls: Use integrated control systems to manage cooling functions and monitor performance with minimal manual intervention.
Training and Support: Provide training for personnel on the operation and maintenance of the cooling system to ensure effective management.
10. Compatibility with Military Standards
Challenge: Ensuring compatibility with military standards and ensuring that the liquid cooling system does not interfere with other equipment.
Solutions:
Standardized Components: Use components that meet military standards and are designed for compatibility with other military equipment.
System Testing: Perform comprehensive testing to verify that the cooling system does not affect the performance or operation of other equipment.
Collaboration with Military Engineers: Work closely with military engineers and stakeholders to address compatibility issues and ensure alignment with operational requirements.
Addressing these design challenges requires a strategic approach, including thorough planning, careful component selection, and ongoing testing and maintenance. By implementing these practical solutions, you can successfully retrofit military rack systems with liquid cooling solutions that enhance performance, reliability, and operational efficiency while meeting the demanding requirements of military environments.
Electronic enclosures in utilities have a wide range of applications and are essential for the safe operation of utility operations. However, they can be subject to various challenges, such as extreme temperatures, dust, dirt and water immersion, vibration, and shock. To ensure optimal performance and safety, the enclosure must be properly designed and protected against these elements.
Our electronic enclosures and accessories provide robust protection from external sources such as dust and dirt and can perform under harsh environments with temperature and humidity changes.
Electronic enclosures that serve the energy industry
Renewable energy includes solar, wind, and geothermal sources, which are growing in importance daily. With many years of experience, our engineers have built equipment racks designed for the different needs of these alternative energy sources.
Solar
The most abundant energy source on Earth is solar power. This form of renewable energy has become the fastest-growing sector in the world, with more and more countries investing heavily in solar technology.
Solar panels have allowed it to power both airplanes and charge electric vehicles. Still, the space industry was one of the earliest adopters of this type of renewable energy. The Vanguard 1 satellite, launched in 1958 and remains the oldest human-made object still orbiting Earth, used solar power to operate.
On a much larger scale, solar energy is being produced all over the world. California’s Mojave Desert is home to Ivanpah Solar Power Facility, one of the world’s largest operating solar thermal energy plants.
Energy from the sun is expected to produce 50% of the world’s total energy. With that in mind, we can build and design racks applicable to solar power.
Enclosure requirements
● Durable to withstand weather hazards, UV radiation, high temperatures
● Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, durable
● Easily modified to meet specific applications
Wind
Wind power has been around for centuries, with the first example of wind power technology being used in Ancient China in 2000 BC. Fast forward to the 1940s, and the first modern turbine was built in Vermont. Today, however, one of the world’s largest turbines can be found across the US – particularly going to Hawaii, where 20-story tall turbines with blades the length of a football field are located.
What’s more, wind power is unique in that it does not require any water to operate – no wonder that by 2030, it is expected to save around 30 trillion bottles of water in the US alone. As such, this renewable energy source is becoming increasingly popular and will remain an integral part of our energy portfolio for many years.
Wind energy is one of the most economical renewable sources today. It’s an essential part of the world’s energy mix, providing 6.5% of all electricity generated in 2020.
Enclosure requirements
● Lightweight, weather-resistant
● Ruggedized construction to withstand harsh environments
Geothermal
Geothermal energy is an incredibly versatile and environmentally friendly form of energy generation. It has one of the lowest carbon footprints of all energy sources because it typically only involves drilling two to three wells, meaning there is no need for transportation or further processing.
Furthermore, its use can extend far beyond typical power plant applications. Geothermal energy can be used to heat buildings, grow plants in greenhouses, heat water for fish farming, pasteurize milk, and even pipe it underneath roads and sidewalks to keep them clear of snow. Its reach is limited only by the imagination.
With its low carbon footprint and wide range of applications, geothermal energy is a great way to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels while still providing a reliable and sustainable form of energy.
Geothermal energy is already heating many homes in the US with continued strong support from Bill Gates as he also added a geothermal startup to his clean energy fund. This renewable power is designed to use the earth’s natural temperature to heat and cool homes and doesn’t burn fossil fuels.
Enclosure requirements
● Durable materials such as aluminum
● Withstand high temperatures due to the hot steam
● Offer protection against dust, dirt, and other harsh environments.
Electronic enclosures manufactured for water treatment facilities
Water treatment is any process that improves the quality of water to make it more acceptable for a specific end-use. It could be for drinking, industrial water supply, irrigation, river flow maintenance or recreation.
The control & management of water treatment facilities is a complex task requiring thousands of measurement devices to provide consistent data to various locations. That’s why these devices must be in proper cabinets, which is why our custom-designed racks & electronic enclosures have been specifically designed for the water treatment industry.
Enclosure requirements
● Must perform under harsh conditions, often requiring use of a gasket for weatherproofing
● Shock & vibration resilience
● Corrosion-resistant material
● Impenetrable by rodents
Custom equipment racks & accessories by A&J Manufacturing
We are committed to ensuring our customers receive the right products for their intended applications. In the utilitiesindustry, specific enclosure requirements are needed to ensure electronic devices are safe from outside elements. We can achieve any specifications you have in mind with our custom services.Our engineers invest significant time in understanding the application’s end-use with extensive pre-planning so that the result is an enclosure with tight tolerances and all components functioning as required. We want to collaborate with you to ensure you’ll have a scalable renewable energy or water treatment facility enclosure. Contact us now for more information regarding our electronic enclosures or . request a quote today!
Test, measurement and simulation systems have undergone significant technological advancements in the past decade. Couple that with specific environmental or physical challenges and your electronic rack or enclosure likely includes a wide variety of requirements to ensure you purchase an effective solution. The increasing number of test and measurement tasks means that our customers require greater modularity of the enclosures that protect the sensitive electronics that make up high-end test systems.
Common Concerns for Simulation, Test and Measurement Enclosure Solutions
At A&J, we want to support and help accelerate innovations in testing, measurement and other common functions of a research lab or facility; specifically protecting the electronics that help provide network security and the Internet of Things (IoT).
Common challenges include:
Physical space or a reduced footprint
Protection against shock and vibration
Increased heat dissipation
Physical Space
It’s important to understand and make note of all the relevant specifications prior to designing and even eventually installing your rack solution. Rack height is the most important. But not only does it need to fit in the installation space, but in every space that needs to be transited through to get there: subterranean parking garages, hallways, elevators, utility corridors.
Additionally, consider the space required for maintenance, monitoring and servicing access.
Shock & Vibration
Vibration and shock issues pose significant challenges to many industries. The development of robust products that can be exposed to long term exposure or periodic shocks without degradation is critical to the overall performance of any system and can be a tremendous risk to millions of dollars of research effort.
Every facility will have its own unique structural and environmental considerations. We’ve designed, manufactured and qualified more than thirty (30) different configurations of racks and enclosures to meet stringent military requirements (MIL-S-901, STD-167-1) and our wide range of accumulated test data for our designs could allow additional configurations to qualify by extension. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you’re interested in reviewing our testing data.
Heat Dissipation
Components like power suppliers and processor chips can generate significant amounts of heat and those increases in temperature can sharply reduce the life of your components, even just 10 degrees!
Some of the factors that influence the success of enclosure cooling includes: the ability of heat to dissipate, the ability of air to flow freely to and from the outside, contamination from dust and other substances and consistent air flow to all components. Frankly, anything that can aid natural convection should be considered since this is “free” and can dissipate a significant portion of the heat in an enclosure.
Factors To Consider When Buying Measurement & Testing Enclosures
A high-quality laboratory rack is invaluable to any research environment. Laboratory racks have a compact and space-saving footprint to maintain a neat appearance while facilitating laboratory organization. They offer a safe storage solution for protecting critical lab equipment and accessories from outside contaminants as well as falling and breaking.
Lab equipment racks can also facilitate laboratory compliance and storage safety standards. At A&J Manufacturing, we rely on innovative technology, integrity, and collaboration to deliver superior laboratory equipment racks for your needs. We inspect our products rigorously under an ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100 certified quality management system to ensure we meet our customers’ stringent requirements.
There are several factors to consider when choosing the best enclosure manufacturer:
Improved EMI shielding
Superior signal integrity
Improved cooling or thermal management
Modular or flexible configuration options
At the base level, our AJR 150 Series rack satisfies the test and measurement application requirements for modularity and EMI shielding. As the cornerstone of our enclosure rack offerings, it uses a modular design that allows for significant cabinet reconfigurations as your component requirements or testing equipment changes. Our AJR 150 Series is offered in a wide variety of sizes giving you additional flexibility based on any physical restrictions and the bolted-together construction makes applications both scalable and enables multi-stage installation or where access might be constricted due to small footprints.
Because temperature directly affects the reliability and service life of electronic equipment, thermal management accessories are paramount to the success of your test and measurement enclosure options. At A&J, we can offer both passive and active thermal management options. Wherever possible, use passive solutions first because they make the most of the natural properties. They also tend to be cheaper and more practical.
Laboratory Racks From A&J Manufacturing
Laboratory racks are crucial components in any research facility, offering a safe storage solution for protecting valuable lab equipment and accessories. At A&J Manufacturing, our racks come in light, medium, and heavy-duty configurations to meet various application and industry requirements. To learn more about our commercial off-the-shelf and custom equipment racks, or for help determining which lab equipment rack is right for your needs, contact us today.
Conductive gaskets to create tight electrical seals on doors and access panels
Conductive gaskets to create tight electrical seals on doors and access panels
