Expertise and Production Pay Off for Data Center Load Banks

Our client had met with Alacriant to discuss a different project and became familiar with our knowledge and production savvy. Looking for a local partner for a data center project, the company asked us to quickly produce a prototype enclosure for a more efficient load bank. The company wanted to feature a more efficient product at an international event. The project led to an order for 1,000 units in 2025.

Problem Statement

Faced with a tight timeline for the trade show exhibition sample, the client wasn’t certain whether a unit could be ready. We relieved all concerns by outlining our plan for the event sample and three other units for testing and refinement. We also helped the client become comfortable with our ability to produce all the planned. Each load bank was about 6 feet by 5 feet.

Methodology

With our focus on quality, we efficiently worked to have the trade show prototype and three other samples ready in eight weeks instead of 12-16 weeks. We made sure we could deliver by:

  • Utilizing certified welders, laser operators, fabrication personnel, painters and assemblers
  • Planning for CNC punching, laser cutting, forming, welding, and painting
  • Handling every aspect of the enclosures, including wheels, hinges, caulking, seals, trays, and gasketing materials
  • Coordinating shipping
Data Center Loadbank Case Study

Objectives

Skills

We hire, train and retain skilled workers so we’re always able to take care of clients who approach us with time constraints.

Our production is managed by experienced managers who quickly adapt Alacriant teams and equipment schedules as needed.

Equipment

Our team uses state-of-the-art equipment including CNC Lasers, Press Brakes, Faster Insertion Equipment, Manual and Robotic Welding, and more.

Analysis

Our client quickly realized that we were well positioned to take on the much larger project they had in mind all along. With our location, experience, workers and equipment, we perfectly fit into their plans. The production went smoothly, and we were able to share manufacturing insights and operational advice to the client.

Expertise included CNC punching, laser cutting, forming, welding, and painting.

Recommendations

Based on the successful outcomes of this case study, we recommend that clients facing similar challenges consider:

  • Alacriant’s ability to quickly respond to a pressing need and deliver on time.
  • Making improvements to your own business by taking advantage of our design, engineering and operational expertise.
  • Leveraging our prototype divisions for initial samples to test or show to prospects.

Conclusion

Our client introduced a new load bank with innovative technology. The company trusted Alacriant to produce high quality enclosures that could effectively protect and support the load banks that are a critical element of data center performance. We efficiently handled the first units we produced and are now a trusted partner for ongoing production.