IMpatch, APW Enclosure Solutions, enclosures

Mpatch open patching frame saves computer room real estate

News Release from: APW Enclosure Solutions
28/07/2006

IMpatch, the latest development to be added to the innovative IMnet and IMserv family of dedicated networking enclosures from APW Enclosure Solutions, gives a future-proofed patching environment for both copper and fibre media. It extends the family's capabilities with the addition of an open frame design, which, because of the all-round access and lack of doors, saves significant computer room real estate compared with an enclosure. It provides outstanding cable management on both the backbone input and the integral front cable management arms on the patching side of the frame enable 100% patching to be achieved, again reducing real estate requirements.

Available in heights of 42U and 47U, the modular design of the IMpatch system enables it to be expanded as increased capacity is required. On the patching side, regularly spaced front-facing cable hooks on both sides of the unit guide, separate and support the patch cables. Vertical cable channels, complete with covers that hinge both ways or can be completely removed, are provided on both sides of the frame for running the patch cables. On the backbone input side, cables can be swept into the rear of the patch panels from both sides of the unit.

IMpatch gives European installers and network infrastructure designers the freedom to specify a US-style open frame or a European pattern closed cabinet from within the same product family. It is optimised for managing Cat 5E, Cat 6, Augmented Cat 6, Cat 7, 10Gb and fibre cables. Top and base cable entry, segregated vertical cable channels and direct floor tile replacement makes IMpatch extremely versatile and easy to install and configure.