Tariffs, metal market prices and supply chain shortages, oh my. We talk a lot about optimizing your metal enclosure for manufacturing processes, but what about optimizing your enclosures for supply chain needs? Today’s procurement game is not for the faint of heart. Getting your metal enclosures on time and where you need them is key to meeting critical delivery, demand and growth targets.   From making sure that you are choosing readily available materials to working with reliable metal fabricators, we will discuss some of the ways that you can optimize your metal enclosures for tod ..read more

Who is the United Way of Washington County?   The United Way of Washington County is a volunteer-driven, charitable organization that serves the communities surrounding our Allenton, WI headquarters. They give back to over 20 nonprofit programs that focus on education, financial stability and the health of the community. Some of their partners include the American Red Cross, Big Brothers and Big Sister of Washington County and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Washington County. Although not everyone is in the direct line of their support, we all know someone, a friend, family member, cowo ..read more

The renewable energy storage market is booming with innovations, and we’re here to help you stay ahead of the curve by sharing our predictions for trends in energy storage in 2022. IHS Markit forecasted that following the growth we’ve seen in 2021, annual global installations for energy storage will exceed 20 GW in 2024 and 30 GW by 2030.    We’ve looked into our crystal ball, and here are three trends you can expect in 2022:  Increased Demand for Uninterrupted Power  Incorporating Modular Design into Energy Storage Containers & Enclo ..read more

Does your metal enclosure need soft tooling, hard tooling or a hybrid of both? The answer may come down to what you need your enclosure for and your budget, but it’s important you know all three options exist to make the most informed decision for your product. In this blog post, we will take a deeper dive into soft tooling, hard tooling and hybrid tools to help you decide which type is right for your project.   This post will explain the benefits and considerations to keep in mind for each method to help you make better decisions when designing your next metal enclosure.  ..read more

Data center cooling costs can be a real pain for data center managers. On average, 40 percent of the total energy consumption in a data center goes towards keeping their IT equipment cool – which is comparable if not greater than the cost of powering their IT hardware! To add to the problem, new equipment is generating more heat within each data center cabinet, which means the CRAC must work harder than ever. So, the question everyone is asking is: How do we reduce our data center cooling costs while also increasing the efficiency of cooling technology? One answer could be to arrange data cent ..read more

Modern technology has higher performance specifications than ever before. That’s making it more difficult for buyers to source outdoor metal enclosures that can stand up to today’s rigorous demands. In addition, the expectation is that these products will last longer than they did in previous decades.    Outdoor metal enclosures can pose a unique set of challenges. They must be durable enough to withstand environmental stressors. Some may need to be easily serviced by employees. Others may need to be attractive and fit with the aesthetics of your product or brand. Outdoor enclos ..read more

Maysteel backs the communities that support our team members and our facilities. Over the years, this has included our Dedication to Manufacturing Excellence scholarships, volunteering with local tech programs, and engineering and manufacturing internships. Our most recent opportunity came from local Wisconsin high school students near our Allenton, Wisconsin headquarters.  The Village of Slinger, near Allenton, contacted Slinger High School to contribute to the Ice Age Trail. The Ice Age Trail expan ..read more

With data centers running at capacity and technology evolving rapidly, quality racks need to be more than just cabinets for storing equipment. Modern facilities with high demand require storage solutions that will not only keep up but also reduce operational costs in new or existing spaces by preserving valuable floor space; optimizing airflow and cooling; helping IT staff work more efficiently. With so many options on the market, finding the best rack solution for your operation comes down to evaluating five key points: Server rack strength Off-site integration capabilities Usable space with ..read more

DAMAC, A Maysteel Product, is the official Wi-Fi sponsor for the Data Center World 2021 event. Data Center World is happening August 16-19, 2021 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The four-day event brings together IT Infrastructure/Management, Facilities Management, Cloud Architects and more “focusing on the rapidly advancing data center technologies like edge computing, co-location, hyperscale, and predictive analytics.” [View the complete Data Center World schedule] Being the 2021 Wi-Fi sponsor supports the information sharing and mission of Data Center World by hel ..read more

Technology is moving at the speed of light, and data centers are being pushed to rapidly expand. How can you quickly deploy your data center infrastructure? As data center construction was paused or delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies are turning to colocation models to quickly expand their footprint and support their virtual needs. If your infrastructure growth strategy doesn’t include colocation, should you consider it? What is a Colo?   What classifies a data center as a colocation facility? Simply put colocation facilities, also known as colos, rent or lease spac ..read more