June 16, 2025 — Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, recently announced new data center solutions specifically engineered to meet the intensive demands of next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) cluster architectures. Evolving its EcoStruxure Data Center Solutions portfolio, Schneider Electric introduced a Prefabricated Modular EcoStruxure Pod Data Center solution that consolidates infrastructure for liquid cooling, high-power busway and high-density NetShelter Racks. In addition, EcoStruxure Rack Solutions incorporate detailed rack configurations and frameworks designed to accelerate High Performance Computing (HPC) and AI data center deployments. The new EcoStruxure Pod Data Center and EcoStruxure Rack Solutions are now available globally.

Organizations are deploying AI clusters and grappling with extreme rack power densities, which are projected to reach 1MW and beyond. Schneider Electric’s new line of solutions equips customers with integrated, data-validated, and easily scaled white space solutions that address new challenges in pod and rack design, power distribution and thermal management.

Himamshu Prasad, senior vice president of EcoStruxure IT, Transactional & Edge and Energy Storage Center of Excellence at Schneider Electric, explains:

The sheer power and density required for AI clusters create bottlenecks that demand a new approach to data center architecture. Customers need integrated infrastructure solutions that not only handle extreme thermal loads and dynamic power profiles but also deploy rapidly, scale predictably, and operate efficiently and sustainably. Our innovative next-generation EcoStruxure solutions that support NVIDIA technology address these critical requirements head on.

New product overview

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  Prefabricated Modular EcoStruxure Pod Data Center: Prefabricated, scalable pod architecture enables operators to deploy high-density racks, supporting pods up to 1MW and beyond, at scale. Engineered-to-order, the new pod infrastructure offers flexibility and supports liquid cooling, power busway, complex cabling, as well as hot aisle containment, InRow and rear door heat exchanger cooling architectures. The Prefabricated Modular EcoStruxure Pod Data Center is now shipping pre-designed and pre-assembled with all components for rapid deployment to support high-density workloads.

• EcoStruxure Rack Solutions: These reliable, high-density rack systems adapt to EIA, ORV3 and NVIDIA MGX modular design standards approved by leading IT chip and server manufacturers. Configurations accommodate a wide array of power and cooling distribution schemes and employ Motivair by Schneider Electric in-rack liquid cooling, as well as new and expanded rack and power distribution products, including:

• NetShelter SX Advanced Enclosure: This new line features taller, deeper, and stronger racks to support increased weight, cabling and infrastructure. NetShelter SX Advanced features a reinforced shipload rating and is safeguarded with shock packaging, ensuring secure transport of AI servers and liquid cooling systems.

• NetShelter Rack PDU Advanced: These power distribution units have been updated to support the high-current power needs of AI servers. Designed for efficient rack layouts, the NetShelter Rack PDU Advanced offers compact vertical and horizontal models with higher counts of dedicated circuits. Intelligent operational features now enabled by Schneider Electric’s Network Management Card enhance security and provide seamless integration to EcoStruxure IT.

• NetShelter Open Architecture: This Open Compute Project (OCP) inspired rack architecture is available as a configure-to-order solution and includes open rack standards, power shelf and in-rack busbar. As part of this, a new Schneider Electric rack system has also been developed to support the NVIDIA GB200 NVL72 system that utilizes the NVIDIA MGX architecture in its rack design, integrating Schneider Electric into NVIDIA’s HGX and MGX ecosystems for the first time.

Vladimir Troy, vice president of Data Center Engineering, Operations, Enterprise Software and Cloud Services at NVIDIA, commented:

Schneider Electric’s innovative solutions provide the reliable, scalable infrastructure our customers need to accelerate their AI initiatives. Together, we’re addressing the rapidly growing demands of AI factories — from kilowatt to megawatt-scale racks — and delivering future-proof solutions that maximize scalability, density and efficiency.

The new solutions and suite of engineered data center reference designs equip data center operators and Schneider Electric’s partner ecosystem with the infrastructure and information needed to deploy powerful AI clusters faster and more reliably while addressing common barriers to adoption, including:

• Reliable power and cooling for AI workloads
• Deployment complexity and risk
• Speed to market and supply chain resilience
• Skills gap in managing advanced infrastructure

These enhanced EcoStruxure offerings add to Schneider Electric’s robust line of fully integrated, end-to-end AI infrastructure solutions — spanning advanced hardware, intelligent software, services such as EcoCare and EcoConsult for Data Centers, and strategic industry partnerships with key IT players. Schneider Electric is a partner of choice for building efficient, resilient, scalable, and AI-optimized data centers.

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FreeAxez created Gridd, the premier low-profile raised flooring and cable management system, to empower facilities to keep pace with today’s dynamic environments. Whether you’re adapting to new technology, expanding your workspace, or simply planning for the future, Gridd gives you the freedom to reconfigure infinitely without disruption — all while minimizing waste and maximizing ROI.

Gridd is a modular system available in 1.6 inches (40 mm) or 2.75 inches (70 mm). Gridd provides accessible cabling infrastructure, allowing facility teams to work smarter, faster, and more sustainably. With the addition of Gridd Power, an integrated 50-amp modular bus system and Gridd Mobile, an Augmented Reality (AR) app for real time access to everything FMs need to know about the building’s power and data cabling right on their smart devices, FreeAxez gives facility teams complete control over their building’s infrastructure today — and tomorrow.

Visit FreeAxez during NeoCon 2025 at Booth 7-5038!

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Revolutionizing healthcare with wireless charging  

The TAG-X Smart Rail combines patented TAGCarts technology with a durable Inpro wall guard, offering wireless charging for all medical carts and mobile medical equipment, regardless of battery size or chemistry type. This innovative product eliminates the need for hazardous cords and costly swappable battery systems currently in use. By utilizing existing infrastructure in healthcare facilities, such as bed guards, handrails and wall protection, the TAG-X Smart Rail ensures a seamless addition to any environment.

Taggart Neal, CEO and founder of TAGCarts, explained:

I was tired of seeing nurses and healthcare professionals struggle with problems that seemed to be ignored. Partnering with Inpro was a natural choice given their reputation and expertise in the healthcare industry. Our collaboration aims to tackle these challenges head-on and make a significant impact on the lives of healthcare workers and their patients.

Key benefits and features:

• Enhanced efficiency: Streamlines medical workflows and enhances patient care.
• Optimized battery health: Extends the lifespan and reliability of mobile medical equipment.
• Improved mobility and safety: Eliminates hazardous cords, reducing risks of trips and falls.
• Seamless integration: Utilizes existing healthcare facility infrastructure.
• Touch-free charging: Effortless, contactless charging for all medical carts and equipment.

Matt Bennett, vice president of Product Development and Technical Services at Inpro, echoed Neal’s sentiments:

TAGCarts has identified a critical issue that has been overlooked for too long. At Inpro, our mission has always been to make a difference in the lives of the occupants in the buildings we help protect. Partnering with TAGCarts aligns perfectly with our goal of driving meaningful change in the healthcare sector. We are proud to bring this innovative solution to the market and look forward to the positive impact it will have on healthcare professionals.

The simplicity of the TAG-X Smart Rail is what makes it brilliant, say the companies. Healthcare professionals can effortlessly roll their carts or equipment near the rail, where the “X” marks the spot for efficient, touch-free charging.

Successful test pilot and future plans  

The innovation is already gaining traction, with hospitals eager to retrofit their existing rails and incorporate this advanced technology. The first hospital test pilot was launched in New Mexico in August 2023, and the data recovered thus far highlights “Touch Points Prevented” as a key performance indicator. Infection prevention is driving the reduction of touch points, cross-contamination, and patient readmissions. TAGCarts and Inpro are gearing up for more test pilots in 2024, in conjunction with WiBotic and Capsa Healthcare.

Experience the TAG-X Smart Rail at Healthcare Design 2024  

Discover the future of healthcare design with TAG-X Smart Rail at Healthcare Design Conference + Expo 2024, taking place from October 5-8 in Indianapolis. Visit Inpro’s booth to learn how this innovative technology is transforming patient care and support for nurses. Their team will be on hand to demonstrate the TAG-X Smart Rail’s capabilities and discuss how it can enhance your healthcare environment. Do not miss this opportunity to experience this game-changing solution firsthand.

Experience the benefits of the TAG-X Smart Rail — download the flyer and visit InPro to learn more.

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Gridd® by FreeAxez is a low-profile raised floor and cable management system that counters construction’s negative impact and makes a positive difference. Gridd was created with the goal of remaining in use forever — easily relocated, reconfigured or repurposed — and never being discarded into a landfill. FreeAxez commissioned The McMorrow Reports to research and write the paper, The Circular Economy of Gridd®: How to Deliver the Power to Change.

This paper explores the circularity of Gridd as considered under ISO 59.010 Standard: Circular Economy. A case study is presented that compares a project with conventional wiring and cable management (with wires and cables above ceilings and embedded in walls) to a project that uses Gridd, with the goal of illustrating how Gridd is not only a circular product, but also is a fantastic alternative to other cabling methods because of the potentially smaller carbon footprint for installation.

Download the GRIDD® Research Paper to learn more.

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The Gridd® adaptive cabling distribution system enables a building to adapt to inevitable technology changes, remain highly functional and operational, and saves money at every stage of its life cycle. An original contributor to the circular economy, Gridd’s fluid, modular design enables moves, adds, and changes without the mess of traditional cabling methods. If a facility manager can avoid contributing to the waste stream, that’s also an added benefit to the company’s ESG commitment.

The Gridd Mobile App makes it even easier for FMs, IT teams, electricians, and maintenance personnel to make power and data cabling. Gridd Mobile provides augmented reality (AR), technical support, as-built drawings, how-to videos, original site pictures, and product information conveniently accessible on a smartphone or tablet.

Gridd Mobile allows facility technicians to see exact power, voice, and data cabling locations through the floor in an instant, making systems’ changes quick and easy. Gridd Mobile improves the life of your facility, allowing future facility teams, even years from now, to make moves, adds, and changes to the same space with ease. When using Gridd Mobile, there is no knowledge lost between teams.

The Power to Change just got easier with Gridd Mobile.

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Whether studying or socializing, the Thea table defines functional beauty with its progressive design. Stay charged with two or four dual USB ports integrated cohesively into the aesthetic. The black anodized frame provides added strength as well as a wire management solution.

The new Thea chair, designed exclusively for Versteel by Roberto Lucci, incorporates the same hairpin leg detail as the Thea table to provide added strength as well as comfort. With a growing demand for products that are both efficient and visually appealing, this sleek seating option is efficiently designed to provide users with solutions that can be seamlessly integrated into the aesthetic.

Versteel President Scott Schwinghammer said:

With a design partnership with Versteel dating back to 2000, renowned Italian designer Roberto Lucci is a visionary with a modernist perspective. He was instrumental in the development of solutions such as the Thea series, which showcases artistic sensibility while boosting productivity.

With the addition of a distinctive keyhole cutout element to the back for added design interest, the Thea chair exhibits an elevated look perfect for versatile congregational spaces. Featuring rounded polycarbonate glides and a formed plywood shell with an optional upholstered seat, the chair is an exemplification of Versteel’s commitment to combining strong design with maximum functionality.

Available in all powder-coat colors, Chrome and Nickel finishes, the quarter-cut Ash formed plywood chair is customizable in upholstered and non-upholstered options. Thea chairs are available at furniture dealerships across the U.S.

For more information about Versteel’s wire-integrated Thea tables and the complementary new Thea chair, visit the Versteel website.

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Dekko General Manager Rick Fox explained:

Users and specifiers can configure nearly every aspect of Electrolite to fit their specific needs. No matter what angle you view the product from, its consistent form can be felt.

With its high level of customization, Electrolite can be made for virtually any space.

High product configurability

Power products typically lack the options and flexibility to truly adapt to surroundings. Electrolite shakes up the status quo and opens a new world of possibilities.

Fox continued:

People today expect the ability to change up their workspaces. We saw a distinct need to create a configurable power solution for dynamic environments, and the result is Electrolite.

Specifiers can choose one, two, three, four or five tamper-resistant receptacles as well as a reversible USB-A charging port and a 60-watt USB-C Power Delivery charging port. The reversible charging ports are touted as a unique feature that enables a user to connect a Type-A cable without worrying about the plug or cable’s orientation. In addition to more than 17 possible configurations, Electrolite allows users to rotate the outlets within the product as well as the strain relief of the cord exiting the back of the product (either straight or a 90-degree rotation).

The 90-degree rotation option is ideal for use on a work surface placed against a panel or wall, while the straight angle works best for work surfaces integrating the freestanding and undermount models. The rotating outlets provide users the ability to accommodate any style of chargers and plugs, including Apple bricks.

Electrolite offers a modern color palette that specifiers can chose from including black, white, bronze, latte and carbon. Custom colors are also available. Units can be further customized with a monochromatic scheme, a painted body or a painted faceplate color variation.

As part of its configurability, the product also offers a variety of mounting options, including clamp mount, undermount and freestanding.

Design-focused

In designing Electrolite, ECA by Dekko focused not only on the front-facing portion of the unit but also on the entire 360-degree package.

Fox remarked:

Many power products don’t consider what the back and mounting looks like. We did, ensuring a design that can be shown at all angles and for all situations and applications. Height-adjustable tables and freestanding desks are perfect examples of where you’ll see the back of a unit — and Electrolite doesn’t disappoint. It looks great from any angle.

The device’s robust craftsmanship consists of a weighted metal structure in a die cast and extruded aluminum, giving it a premium feel.

Advanced charging technology and safety

Electrolite offers users the best in power by incorporating GaN technology, which allows the output performance to increase, even as the size of the power unit decreases. This type of technology also protects devices from shorting out, while maintaining battery longevity and keeping the battery temperature safely in check.

Additionally, the option of a 60-watt USB-C Power Delivery port charges any device, including laptops, which Dekko points out is unusual for USB-Cs.

Electrolite is UL Listed for the U.S. and Canada and is FCC tested.

For more information about Electrolite, visit the Dekko website.

Connecting three distinct brands — Studio, ECA and Furnlite — Dekko provides solutions for office, hospitality, residential, healthcare, education, transportation and more. A subsidiary of Graham Holdings Company, Dekko and its brands design and manufacture power charging and data systems; residential, industrial and commercial indoor lighting solutions; and electrical components and assemblies. Founded in 1952, Dekko is headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

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The new hospital-grade power cords are a part of Tripp Lite’s Safe-IT collection, a group of products designed to promote safer, cleaner and healthier environments for working and learning. The cords have antibacterial properties that are effective in inhibiting the growth of E. coli and Staph aureus.

In addition to antibacterial protection, the power cords have a NEMA 5-15P HG plug for connecting to a hospital-grade AC power source located outside patient care vicinities. There are two types of antibacterial power cords:

• Power cords (P006AB-series) have a C13 connector and 5-15P HG plug to connect devices, such as computers and displays, to a 5-15R outlet. An 8 ft. coiled model saves space when not fully extended.
• Extension cords (P022AB-series) have a 5-15R HG connector and 5-15P HG plug to extend the reach of power cords.

David Posner, Tripp Lite’s vice president, Connectivity and Peripherals, stated:

Cleanliness and infection control are top priorities for medical facilities. Tripp Lite’s Antibacterial Hospital-Grade Power Cords support cleaner, healthier environments for anyone plugging in equipment. The cords are the perfect upgrade for existing cords in hospitals, clinics and other healthcare settings.

Key features of Tripp Lite’s Antibacterial Hospital-Grade Power Cords:

• Cords are tested to ANSI/UL 62 and 817 and CAN/CSA C22.2 no. 21 and 49 to meet stringent safety standards.
• 5-15P HG plugs and 5-15R HG receptacles feature green dots and are clearly marked to provide assurance of hospital-grade status.
• Antibacterial protection helps resist the growth of bacteria, including E. coli and Staph aureus.
• Cords are available in lengths up to 25 feet to provide options for equipment placement.

To learn more about Tripp Lite’s Antibacterial Hospital-Grade Power Cords and to see Tripp Lite’s full line of Safe-IT products, visit the company’s website.

Headquartered in Chicago and founded in 1922, Tripp Lite manufactures UPS systems, cables, connectivity solutions, PDUs, racks, cooling solutions, KVM switches, console servers, charging stations, display mounts, surge protectors, power strips, network switches, power inverters and specialty products for data center, healthcare, government, education and digital signage applications as a division of global power management company Eaton.

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The Cablobend Systems provide an entirely new way for contractors to work on data center projects, claims Legrand. Every data center requires numerous cable tray bends and drops — sometimes thousands in just one installation, explains the company. With traditional cutting and bending, each drop can take over four hours to complete. The Cablobend Systems provide the freedom to flexibly create the bends and drops needed with no cutting required.

Chris Cooper, national account manager at Legrand, explains:

In response to the cable tray market demand for faster installation of horizontal and vertical bends, we’re thrilled to provide the Cablobend System, which not only provides labor and time savings but also offers a much easier installation than competitive products. For example, vertical bends with horizontal adjustments typically take contractors four hours for one bend. Cablobend gives them the ability to do this in 15 minutes, thus drastically reducing installation time.

Cablobend Systems encompass wire mesh grid assemblies that easily bend and flex, giving contractors seamless cable runs at the most difficult installation points. With a wide variety of widths and combinations, it’s easy to create nearly every bend needed with one product, says Legrand. Contractors can simply stretch and bend the flex wires a maximum of 4” at any location to fit configurations up to 90° horizontally or vertically, or join sections together for increased rigidity and strength.

With a variety of widths and combinations available, the system offers the freedom to create exactly what is needed. Available in three heights (2”, 4”, and 6”), seven widths (6”, 8”, 12”, 18”, and 24”), and two finishes (silver and black), each segment can lock easily in the field for rigidity. The complete system arrives at the job site already welded together and pre-assembled.

For more information on the new Cablobend Systems, visit legrand.us. The France-based company operates in nearly 90 countries globally, and incorporates numerous brands.

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Steve Delfino, vice president of Corporate Marketing and Product Development, Teknion, remarked:

This past year, work moved home for many of us, and we began to understand how limited our choices for the right furniture were — due to both the offerings and our own physical constraints. It was also incredibly complicated to understand what many commercial furniture companies were offering — unfamiliar categories, lingo and complex product maps — all at the cost of an easy shopping experience. We’re pretty excited by the changes we’ve made to our e-commerce site, as well as the new product additions like the Carrier Desk which really speak directly to the customer trying to make their home an office.

Steve Verbeek, vice president of Design + Innovation, Teknion, added:

We designed Carrier Desk to not only blend with existing residential furniture but also fit into small spaces within homes. The Carrier Desk’s minimal profile can easily fit in a small nook or corner but has enough space to neatly contain all necessary desktop accessories needed for a productive workday.

The Carrier Desk design is based on an old concept that works well with modern technology. Built-in functionality and commercial performance are cleverly incorporated. The desk surround keeps tools and accessories neatly contained, with the option for an additional desktop riser that integrates into the design as a second surface to elevate a laptop and/or monitor for improved posture and optimal positioning for Zoom calls.

The tiered surface also offers an additional area for organization and enclosed storage. Each Carrier Desk comes with an integrated charging tray and organizers, lined with soft felt, to store small items. The desk legs also come with levelers that can be adjusted up to one inch.

The Carrier Desk, measuring 42” wide and 24” deep, is constructed with laminate surfaces and painted metal legs. Color and finish combinations are varied to match every home’s existing interior. Finish combinations include:

• Dark Timeless & Classic — Provincial Oak desktop with Foundry Onyx legs
• Warm & Comfortable — Campus Oak desktop with Atrium White legs
• White & Light — Ivory Birch desktop with Atrium White legs

The Carrier Desk is featured in Teknion’s new Look Book. The Look Book, which is featured on Teknion’s enhanced online store, is a unique collection of simple, versatile work-from-home essentials that can transform a room, or a corner, into a comfortable, functional workspace. Teknion’s design teams have re-envisioned classic office furniture to quietly mix with modern residential furnishings. The Carrier Desk and other work-from-home furniture are available on Teknion’s e-commerce website. To learn more and to purchase, visit the Teknion Store.

See additional product information relevant to facilities managers (FMs) on Teknion’s FMLink page. The Canada-based international designer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative workplace interiors provides a versatile and integrated portfolio of office furnishings, seating, ergonomic accessories and architectural products designed to support workplace wellness.

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