Hammond: Why Do Mission-Critical Facilities Need Seismic-Rated Server Racks?
When organizations think about seismic preparedness, they typically focus on buildings, backup generators, and emergency response plans. However, one critical component is often overlooked: the rack supporting the network infrastructure. For hospitals, emergency operations centers, municipal facilities, utilities, and public safety agencies, network connectivity is essential during and after a seismic event. If the rack fails, the equipment it supports may become inaccessible or disconnected when it’s needed most. That’s why many mission-critical facilities are specifying seismic-rated rack infrastructure as part of their resiliency strategy.

