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FRP Data Centre Grating & Cable Systems
Zinc whiskers can silently compromise data centre reliability.
Treadwell FRP eliminates the need for a zinc source entirely, eliminating contamination risk.
KEY BENEFITS
- Non-metallic → no zinc whiskers
- Stable in humid or coastal NZ climates
- Lightweight for fast installation
- Suitable for new build or retrofit
Key Moments
- 0:04 🖥️ Data centres are crucial for technology operations, hosting virtualised IT infrastructure for multiple users.
- 0:33 ⚠️ Hot dipped galvanized materials, while preventing corrosion, generate zinc whiskers that can hinder data centre functionality.
- 01:02 🔧 Zinc whiskers are small, dangerous filaments that can cause short circuits and equipment failures in data centres.
- 01:11 🌍 Treadwell Fibreglass Reinforced Plastic grating is recommended to mitigate the risks associated with zinc whiskers and corrosion.
Why Treadwell New Zealand?
- Experience across telecom, utilities, data hosting and cloud environments
- Local support for specification & design
- Long-term reliability with reduced maintenance
