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Legrand introduces Nexpand – a new configure-to-order cabinet platform for the data centre market

Legrand , a global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures , has unveiled Nexpand , its new data centre cabinet platform . The new platform is flexible , sturdy and secure for housing data centre devices . It provides the scalability and future-proof architecture needed to support the rise in digital transitions , Internet of Things ( IoT ) connectivity , 5G services , Edge Computing and Artificial Intelligence ( AI ) applications .

Over a two-year period , Legrand ’ s R & D efforts – as well as multiple customer input sessions – have led to substantial design advances resulting in a unique IT cabinet solution that meets data centre demands now and into the future .
“ Legrand ’ s innovations are predicated on delivering solutions to our customers in the most efficient manner possible ,” said Saman Berookhim , Product Manager , Legrand . “ The Nexpand cabinet honours this philosophy by offering a single , configure-to-order platform that will enable
our customers to easily scale as needed in a robust and configurable manner .”
The Nexpand platform is built on four fundamental values :

LEGRAND ’ S INNOVATIONS ARE PREDICATED ON DELIVERING SOLUTIONS TO OUR CUSTOMERS IN THE MOST EFFICIENT MANNER POSSIBLE .

1 . Smart – The cabinet ’ s interior is made to be adjusted in three dimensions , with a completely modular roof . This intelligent design provides more space and flexibility for managing the top-of-rack infrastructure .
2 . Solid – The new design offers lightweight , solid doors in a frame that easily bears the IT equipment load , with a fully integrated locking and cabling system that is unique to the marketplace .
3 . Secure – Nexpand provides the highest level of security by interfacing with the most secure electronic door locking platforms – including high-security cable management integrated into the door and tamperproof door mechanisms .
4 . Sustainable – The new cabinet is designed to ensure optimal airflow management , resulting in a best-inclass , energy-efficient solution . In addition , Nexpand is produced and assembled with environmentally-friendly materials using a Profile Environmental Passport , aka Eco Passport . �
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