Middle Atlantic ERK Series 35RU AV Floor Standing Rack - 20in Depth Floor Standing Cabinet

Engineered for professional AV environments, the Middle Atlantic ERK Series 35RU AV Floor Standing Rack offers a robust, economical solution for housing, organizing, and protecting critical equipment. This 35RU, 20-inch-deep cabinet is designed as a standalone solution with solid sides, delivering dependable protection while maintaining flexibility for growth. The ERK Series is purpose-built for reliability in control rooms, broadcast suites, studios, and data centers, and it can be ganged with other ERK units to form partitioned multi-bay installations that simplify thermal management, cable routing, and security. With seismically certified performance when paired with ERK-Z4 brackets, this cabinet provides peace of mind in environments where equipment uptime and safety are paramount.

• Economical standalone rack with solid sides that delivers dependable protection for your AV and IT gear, while remaining budget-conscious. The ERK Series is designed for scalable growth: start with a single cabinet and, when needed, gang multiple units to form partitioned, multi-bay installations that help manage heat, organize cables, and improve serviceability. The fully welded frame and solid sides reinforce structural integrity, guarding against everyday wear and accidental bumps in busy environments, while maintaining a clean, professional appearance that fits any installation.
• Seismic-certified protection for critical equipment when installed with ERK-Z4 brackets. This certification adds a vital layer of safety in regions with seismic activity or where equipment downtime carries a high cost. The combination of rugged chassis and compatible seismic hardware helps preserve equipment integrity during movement, reducing the risk of damage to servers, processors, routers, patch panels, and other essential AV components. The ERK-Z4 bracket system enables secure anchoring and integrity within partitioned bays, supporting safer, longer-lasting deployments.
• Generous capacity and depth for versatile gear layouts. At 35RU and 20 inches deep, the ERK 35RU cabinet accommodates a wide range of standard 19-inch equipment while leaving room for cabling, power distribution, and future expansion. The deep cabinet profile is ideal for deeper multi-function units, multiple patch panels, power distribution units, and stacked components, while the 35RU height provides ample mounting space for mid- to large-scale configurations. This combination strikes a balance between footprint efficiency and practical mounting real estate, making it suitable for mid-sized control rooms, post-production suites, and classroom AV racks.
• Partitioned multi-bay capability for optimized thermal management. The ERK Series is designed to be ganged to form partitioned bays, enabling you to group equipment by heat generation, function, or service access. By configuring bays to address thermal zones, you can manage airflow more effectively, simplify cable management, and improve maintenance workflows. The modular approach allows you to scale from a single cabinet to a multi-bay installation without sacrificing access or serviceability, ensuring critical gear operates within its optimal temperature range.
• Flexible, durable installation options for professional environments. The ERK 35RU floor-standing cabinet serves as a standalone solution for immediate deployment or as part of a wider ERK system for larger installations. Its sturdy welded construction, combined with solid sides, makes it a reliable home for servers, AV processing gear, and surveillance components while maintaining a streamlined, aesthetically pleasing appearance in control rooms, studios, and conference facilities. The cabinet is engineered for long-term performance in demanding environments and supports straightforward service access, cable management, and equipment upgrades as your system evolves.

Technical Details of Middle Atlantic ERK Series 35RU AV Floor Standing Rack - 20in Depth Floor Standing Cabinet

• RU capacity: 35U
• Depth: 20 inches
• Construction: fully welded cabinet with solid sides for rigidity and protection
• Compatibility: designed to accommodate standard 19-inch equipment; supports common AV and IT components
• Ganging capability: can be ganged with additional ERK units to create partitioned multi-bay installations
• Seismic certification: certified when installed with ERK-Z4 brackets for enhanced protection
• Application: floor-standing AV rack cabinet suitable for professional environments, including control rooms, studios, classrooms, and data centers

how to install Middle Atlantic ERK Series 35RU AV Floor Standing Rack

• Plan your layout: evaluate the space, weight load, ventilation, and door clearances. Confirm the intended number of bays if you plan to gang multiple ERK units for a multi-bay installation, ensuring alignment with your workflow and service access needs.
• Prepare the space: verify a level surface and adequate room for front and rear access. Ensure proximity to power sources, network connectivity, and any required climate control to maintain optimal operating conditions for mounted equipment.
• Assemble or position the cabinet: if you’re using a single ERK 35RU cabinet, place it in the designated area and verify level. For multi-bay configurations, align adjacent cabinets precisely before securing any interconnecting components. Use appropriate floor anchors if required by local building codes and security standards.
• Install seismic provisions if needed: if the installation requires seismic protection, install ERK-Z4 brackets according to the manufacturer’s instructions. This step helps realize the designed seismic certification and ensures secure mounting for the cabinet and its contents.
• Mount equipment and manage cabling: install 19-inch rack-mount equipment within the 35U space, using standard rack rails and hardware. Route cables neatly to minimize obstruction and maximize airflow, leaving adequate space for maintenance and future upgrades. After mounting, recheck level and stability, then test power and connectivity to confirm all devices operate as intended.
• Finalize and secure: close access panels, verify that assembly is stable, and confirm that any modular or ganged bays are properly interlocked or bridged as required. Document the configuration for maintenance and future scaling, and ensure compliance with facility safety and electrical standards.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does 35RU indicate for the ERK Series rack? A: 35RU refers to the vertical mounting space available inside the cabinet for standard 19-inch equipment, providing ample room for multiple devices and future upgrades.
• Q: How deep is the ERK 35RU cabinet, and why does depth matter? A: The cabinet is 20 inches deep, offering a generous rear clearance for cabling, power distribution, and moderately deep equipment, while maintaining a compact footprint suitable for many AV rooms.
• Q: Can I create a multi-bay installation with the ERK 35RU? A: Yes. The ERK Series is designed to be ganged with additional ERK units to form partitioned multi-bay configurations that support organized layouts and improved thermal management.
• Q: Is the ERK 35RU seismically certified? A: It is seismically certified when installed with ERK-Z4 brackets, providing enhanced protection for equipment in seismic zones.
• Q: What environments is this rack ideal for? A: This floor-standing cabinet is ideal for professional AV and IT applications such as control rooms, broadcast studios, lecture halls, data centers, and conference facilities where secure, durable, and scalable equipment housing is required.