Data Centers and Aisle Containment

Performance plastics are used in data centers because they offer lightweight strength, durability, electrical insulation, and ease of fabrication. These properties help improve airflow management, protect sensitive equipment, and support efficient, reliable operation.

Common materials include polycarbonate, twinwall polycarbonate, acrylic, and PETG. These plastics provide clarity, impact resistance, and structural stability for panels, doors, walls, partitions, and baffles used in aisle containment systems.

Plastic containment components help separate hot and cold air streams, reducing air mixing and improving cooling efficiency. This allows HVAC systems to operate more effectively while maintaining stable operating temperatures.

Yes. Piedmont Plastics supplies a range of performance plastic materials that can meet flame-safety and building code requirements for data center environments. Many of the plastics we offer, such as UL-rated polycarbonate, PVC, FR-grade acrylics, and engineered laminates (e.g., G10, FR4, GPO-3), are available in formulations with appropriate flame retardant and smoke performance characteristics. When selecting materials for flame and safety compliance, our team can help you evaluate specific ratings (such as UL 94 classifications and other code standards) to ensure they align with your project’s requirements.

Twinwall polycarbonate (or multiwall polycarbonate) offers a lightweight structure with added rigidity and thermal insulation. It is often used for doors and barriers where strength, durability, and reduced material weight are important.

Yes. Plastics such as PVC, HDPE, G10, FR4, and GPO 3 are widely used for electrical insulation, barriers, standoff insulators, and cable protection systems. These materials help isolate electrical components and reduce the risk of short circuits or electrical interference.

Piedmont Plastics supplies a wide range of performance plastic materials and provides application expertise to help customers select the right solutions. Our team supports projects ranging from aisle containment systems to electrical insulation, cable management, and infrastructure components.