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With a rapid surge in data centers driven by the evolution of technology, securing this infrastructure is more important than ever. As operations rely on digital assets and cloud storage, the demand for a secure data storage center continues to rise.

With AI technology still advancing every day, specialized AI data centers are being built – including major expansions in Texas - to support this data processing. These high-performing data centers require a robust infrastructure, meaning a need for physical security. To prevent data breaches and safeguard critical information, it’s important to implement a secure design to restrict unauthorized access.

 Wire partitions and wire cages offer a durable solution to creating access zones to critical infrastructure. Data centers are often comprised of the infrastructure that stores, processes and transmits data. This includes servers, storage devices, and power or cooling systems. A data breach could be detrimental, so it’s important that these assets are under high security.

                Wire cages and wire partitions are industrial storage solutions that create a physical barrier to protect your data center’s most valuable assets. Acting like a strong, durable fence, these steel mesh enclosures define secure zones within data centers, preventing unauthorized access.

                A wire partition is a modular, steel mesh system used to create secure areas or restricted access zones within data centers. These storage solutions allow for an open design that supports the circulation of light, HVAC systems, and fire suppression systems, making them ideal for maintaining safety without compromising protection.

                A wire cage is a fully enclosed, anchored system that surrounds critical infrastructure to provide an added layer of security. These wire enclosures can be customized to house servers, network hardware, or similar equipment, ensuring that sensitive assets remain protected from intrusion. With a floor-anchored design, these are dependable solutions that keep data centers secure. Some facilities do not require the entire floor space in a full room, allowing wire cages to create several small spaces within the larger room.

                Both wire partitions and wire cages are highly customizable and can be adapted to your current setup – ensuring no valuable space is wasted. When designing your setup, it’s important to eliminate gaps, openings, or weak points that could allow for unauthorized access. Wire partitions and wire cages are designed to fit seamlessly around your current infrastructure, including existing support poles, HVAC units, or fire suppression structures, maximizing space while maintaining safety standards.

                In addition to their design flexibility, wire mesh enclosures offer a range of security access options. Wire partitions and wire cages can be locked with a basic key lock, or can be designed to include self-closing doors, keypad locks, card readers, finger print scanners, and emergency exit push bars. These designs can be tailored to meet the level of protection that your data center requires. These access options will ensure that only authorized personal is interacting with critical equipment.

                As a data center, your customers depend on your ability to safeguard sensitive and proprietary information. By implementing a physical security measure such as wire partition and wire cages, you not only protect your infrastructure, but you build trust with your customers, ensuring that their data is stored in a secure environment.

Project Feature: A St. Louis data center was in need of safeguarding their IT infrastructure, so they sought out wire cages to wrap around their servers and wrap around above near the ceiling. This data centers had cables hanging from the ceiling but also needed to ensure that their solution would be secure without having any gaps or holes. Their new industrial storage solution was designed and installed to align with their current setup, leaving them with a secure safety net around their data infrastructure.

                Maintaining a strong, durable physical security system in your data center – and across all types of facilities (check out wire partition in automotive dealerships here) is essential in protecting your facility. Wire cages and wire partitions offer a customizable and ergonomic solution to ensuring your operations remain safe and secure. These systems can be tailored to meet your access needs and layout requirements.

If you’re ready to enhance your data center’s security, reach out to the Industrial Shelving Systems team to get started. Our team will assess your current setup and create a customized design via AutoCAD to offer you the best solution. From design to installation, we’ll help you every step of the way so you can keep running your operation knowing that your data center is protected.