As data center infrastructure transitions towards virtualized networks and cloud-based environments, modular building solutions offer a streamlined, secure, and scalable approach. These prefabricated systems are designed to meet the growing demands of the industry with optimized efficiency. Modular data centers provide a distinct advantage over traditional construction methods by enabling rapid deployment and minimizing on-site…
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Generically speaking, we make an e-house (Electrical House), yet we use terms like enclosures, rooms, and control buildings interchangeably. There are also several three letter acronyms to describe what we do: And tons more. As a general rule of thumb, the term control building or control house often implies low voltage and typically a relay,…
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The Amalgamated Warbasse Houses is one of New York’s largest union-sponsored housing cooperatives, located in Brooklyn’s Brighton-Coney Island community. It resides on 26 acres, and includes 5 high rise towers, over 2500 units and 8,000+ residents. In 2012, the electrical distribution equipment in each building was badly damaged by saltwater flooding related to Superstorm Sandy.…
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Have you ever wondered why we use ribbed sheet metal instead of flat panels on the exterior of our buildings? Overall, it is because of the added strength, improved drainage, and the aesthetic appeal. The Top 5 Benefits of Ribbed Metal Sheeting Trachte buildings come standard with 18- or 24-gauge exterior metal panels with a…
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All Trachte buildings are designed to resist the environmental loads as required by the building code for the specific site location of the building. Specifically, wind loads, seismic loads, and snow loads. The light gauge channel frame structure of our buildings gives us many options for economically resisting the most extreme environmental loading conditions. Both…
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Trachte buildings are constructed with a heavy duty galvanized structural steel framework that meets building design loads before the exterior roof and wall sheeting are installed. This offers superior structural strength when compared to a self-framing construction, which relies on the exterior/interior skin of the building for its structural strength. Here are 7 reasons to…
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A world-class academic medical center based in Boston, Massachusetts, partnered with a major electrical equipment manufacturer to upgrade existing electrical equipment. The major driver for the upgrade was due to the rapid expansion of state-of-the-art treatment and technologies needed for families and in-patient care. In 2019, the hospital assembled a construction team to partner with…
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What is an Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP)? EMP stands for Electromagnetic Pulse, which is a burst of electromagnetic radiation that can be caused by natural or man-made events. EMPs can cause damage to electronic devices, power grids, and communication networks, which can have significant impacts on society. A natural EMP can be caused by solar storms…
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PVDF stands for Polyvinylidene Fluoride, which is a high-performance thermoplastic resin that is commonly used in industrial and engineering applications due to its excellent chemical resistance, durability, and low friction properties. A PVDF resin coating is a thin layer of PVDF material that is applied to a surface, usually by a spray or dip coating…
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