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In facilities using hot/cold aisle containment, cooling efficiency starts at the bottom. A curated raised floor environment is often the key to promoting healthy airflow and getting maximum utility out of cooling systems.
Parameter’s Triad raised floor and airflow product line allows data center operators to achieve greater cooling efficiency and tailor air circulation to their needs.
Built On a Legacy of Trust
For over 40 years, Parameter has been a trusted partner to data centers, providing both state-of-the-art equipment and expert guidance. Our decades of research and real-world experience in data centers have made us authorities in critical infrastructure as a whole.
We understand the pivotal role raised flooring and airflow optimization play in promoting cooling effectiveness, and facilities around the world trust Parameter tools to deliver maximum cooling, cost-savings, and efficiency gains.
Trusted Across Industries:
Leading Hyperscalers
Global AI Infrastructure
Cloud Platform Partners
Federal Emergency Networks
Customers prefer Parameter’s Triad raised floor and airflow products for their seamless flexibility, scientific engineering, and superior durability.
Why Choose Parameter?
Click below to learn why Parameter is the leading solution for raised floor and airflow containment in critical applications.
Strategic Engineering
Triad flooring products are the result of in-depth research into the scientific principles behind airflow and cooling. Chamfer and slotted panels do more than just get air moving. They’re also designed to influence how the air moves.
Many data center environments experience laminar air leaving the plenum space. This airflow travels in a straight line and at a relatively high velocity, meaning it tends to bypass high-priority areas at the front of racks. Triad’s patented stratification fins promote turbulent airflow, which travels at a lower velocity in more complex directions, expanding its reach and cooling capacity.
Stratification fins can also be adjusted to increase or decrease airflow, directing it strategically for enhanced cooling capacity.
Data centers deploying Parameter’s Triad flooring panels see increased upper server cooling and overall temperatures that are 5-15 degrees lower.
Streamlined Installation & Maintenance
The Triad Flooring and airflow platform is engineered by data center experts to meet the specific requirements of critical infrastructure, and that includes accommodating the buildout process and minimizing disruptions.
Installing raised floor panels requires specific equipment to facilitate lifting and prevent injury to crew members and damage to panels. Panels may also need to be lifted for maintenance or replacement, making additional panel lifting equipment, such as screwdrivers and suction cups, an ongoing necessity. With Triad Flooring, lifters are built into the panels for ease and convenience.
Chamfer and slotted panels feature patented panel lifters, which remove the need for additional lifting equipment and support safe and easy installation and replacement.
Once the panels have been placed, the integrated handles fold smoothly into a flat surface, ensuring an even, obstacle-free floorspace.
Flexibility
No two data centers are the same. For maximum efficiency, operators need equipment tailored to the individual specifications of their architecture. Triad floor panels and airflow containment equipment are engineered with flexibility and versatility in mind.
Slotted and chamfer panels are designed for seamless integration into almost any new or existing raised floor environment with no alterations. Available with multiple load ratings, Parameter airflow panels are appropriate for areas with heavy concentrated rates or rolling leads as well as low-traffic zones.
For more specific applications, Parameter’s portfolio also includes specialized options, such as hybrid panels, aluminum panels, and a wide variety of solid floor panels that can be matched to existing raised floor environments. Our catalog of airflow containment products can be customized according to individual specifications, making it a tailored one-stop solution for all types of facilities.
Product Specifications & Components
Airflow Panels
Parameter’s Triad airflow panels allow operators to finetune airflow and direct it precisely where it needs to be, providing an immediate solution for balanced circulation and zero hotspots.
With two available grate patterns as well as specialized options for specific facility requirements, Triad models prioritize flexibility, easy installation, and seamless integration with almost any style of raised floor.
Patented features like stratification fins allow our panels to capitalize on the scientific principles behind turbulent and laminar airflow, achieving top-tier results in data center environments.
Turbulent Flow
Increased air turbulence to eliminate hotspots and promote efficient airflow in more complex directions.
Precise Airflow
Fine-tuned airflow to direct air to high-priority areas with ease and consistency.
Efficient
Lower server temperatures by 5-15 degrees compared to competing solutions.
Airflow Panel Specification Matrix
| Model | Key Features | Dimensions | Load Ratings | Advantages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamfer Panel |
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Imperial: 24″ × 24″ Metric: 600mm × 600mm |
1,500 lbs 3,000 lbs 4,000 lbs 5,000 lbs |
Multi-directional grate pattern for maximum airflow and increased server cooling; versatile and durable |
| Slotted Panel |
|
Imperial: 24″ × 24″ Metric: 600mm × 600mm |
1,500 lbs 3,000 lbs 4,000 lbs 5,000 lbs |
Linear grate pattern for maximum airflow and increased server cooling; versatile and durable |
| Hybrid Panel |
|
Imperial: 24″ × 24″ Metric: 600mm × 600mm |
3,000 lbs | Reduces aisle space from 4′ to 3′ for additional rows and racks of equipment; unique hybrid design allows alternating orientation to refine airflow |
| Aluminum Panel |
|
24″ × 24″ (imperial only) | 1,250 lbs | Most economical option for directing chilled air, balancing airflow, and eliminating hotspots |
Solid Floor Panels
Parameter’s Triad solid steel panels are designed to deliver flexible installation into new or existing raised floor structure with patented dual integrated handles and built-in vertical and horizontal levelers.
In addition to basic cement and woodcore panels, Parameter’s product line also includes tailored solutions for specific facility applications. For areas with heavy concentrated weights or rolling leads, Triad steel panels offer a superlative load rating of up to 5,000 lbs. Clearview panels allow for easy and unobtrusive underfloor spot checks with a clear lexan window.
Solid Floor Panel Specification Matrix
| Model | Key Features | Dimensions | Load Rating | Advantages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearview Panel |
|
Imperial: 24″ × 24″ Metric: 600mm × 600mm |
1,500 lbs | Clear window enables optimal viewing for underfloor spot checks without lifting panels and disrupting the air supply plenum under the raised floor |
| Cement Filled Panel |
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Imperial: 24″ × 24″ Metric: 600mm × 600mm |
1,000 lbs 1,250 lbs 1,500 lbs 2,000 lbs 2,500 lbs |
Durable and affordable option available in a variety of load ratings |
| Woodcore Panel |
|
24″ × 24″ (imperial only) | 1,250 lbs | Durable and aesthetically refined option with a compressed woodcore |
| Steel Panel |
|
Imperial: 24″ × 24″ Metric: 600mm × 600mm |
4,000 lbs 5,000 lbs |
Designed to fit into any new or existing raised floor structure; ideal for environments with heavy concentrated weights or rolling loads with load ratings up to 5,000 lbs |
Airflow Containment
In many facilities, effective airflow control also includes walls, doors, and ceilings. With a curated inventory of high-quality airflow containment equipment, Parameter helps operators tailor their environments to achieve optimal airflow.
Since every facility has different needs, Parameter’s airflow containment products are custom-sized and manufactured according to your unique specifications.
Rigid Doors
Prevent hot and cold air from recirculating by sealing off the end of an aisle. Doors can be customized and manufactured specifically for your facility.
Use Case Details:
- Available as standard hinge doors, double or single doors, auto or manual close sliding doors, or pivot swinging doors.
- Custom manufactured for each installation to ensure easy operation and an airtight fit.
Rigid Walls
Isolate hot and cold air, eliminate hot spots, and return only the hottest air to CRAC systems to reduce set points.
Use Case Details:
- Mount above cabinets to enclose space between cabinets and the ceiling.
- Mount on the floor to fill gaps between cabinets and between cabinets and walls
- Use expandable rigid walls to fill variable width gaps in facilities with shifting layouts.
Ceilings
Prevent hot and cold air from mixing while operating under fire suppression systems for cold row containment.
Use Case Details:
- Shrink-away ceilings are heat activated at 165℉ to shrink and drop away so that fire suppression systems can operate as needed.
- Heat-activated mechanical ceilings can be customized to either raise or drop and link directly to fire suppression systems.
Soft Containment
Isolate hot and cold air, eliminate hot spots, and return only the hottest air to CRAC systems to reduce set points, prevent downtime, and maximize equipment longevity.
Use Case Details:
- Use thermal wall curtains to create full-length walls and fill spaces between the tops of cabinet walls and ceilings.
- Use thermal strip doors to fill spaces between contained areas.
Grommets
Foam floor grommets plug holes in raised floor environments to accomplish 50% less airflow loss. Available in multiple shapes and sizes, the split integral design of Triad grommets facilitates quick and easy insertion.
All models are flame-rated to ensure compliance with facility safety standards.
Grommet Specification Matrix
| Variations | Key Features | Materials | Flame Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
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Frame: Polypropylene Foam: Ensolite SF0 |
Frame: UL94H-B Foam: UL94HF-1 |
Blanking Products
The best place for cold air is at the front of the server cabinet. Parameter’s blanking products are a simple and cost-effective tool for keeping cold air where it belongs and preventing hot air and cold air from mixing.
Plenum panels also provide a streamlined mechanism for redirecting cold air through underfloor environments.
Blanking Panels
Underfloor Plenum Panels
Gap Fill Foam
Accessories
Streamlined airflow optimization extends beyond raised flooring and containment products. It also includes the components that support installation and enhance performance.
Parameter’s airflow solution for critical infrastructure prioritizes end-to-end deployment with a curated inventory of accessories designed to complement panels. These components are hand-picked to help operators achieve:
Refined Precision
Adjustable dampers attach onto the bottom side of chamfer and slotted panels to calibrate circulation at the level of individual servers.
Seamless Buildout & Integration
When it comes to installing or updating raised flooring, panels are the bare minimum. Parameter’s selection of raised floor accessories includes pedestal assemblies, stringers, rivets, tools, and more, delivering a smooth and simplified buildout process.
Secure Installation
Designed for easy and effective lifting, panel lifters support crew safety and prevent panel and equipment damage.
Parameter’s raised flooring accessories are selected specifically for their high quality and compatibility with the Triad product line. They serve as the finishing touch on the complete airflow solution.
Hybrid Architecture
In the age of AI, many facilities have begun retrofitting with a hybrid approach that includes both traditional hot/cold aisle containment and modern liquid cooling systems for high-density AI applications. We provide frontline technology for both.
In addition to Triad Flooring for enhanced cooling efficiency in hot/cold aisle facilities, Parameter’s tailored strategies for liquid cooling leak detection have evolved with data center infrastructure to encompass the intricacies of direct-to-chip liquid cooling without sacrificing accuracy or practicality.
Parameter’s expertise in both AI infrastructure and traditional compute facilities have established us as a premier partner for hybrid data centers that need tools for both. The Parameter portfolio is an all-in-one solution for supporting mission-critical operations.
Documentation and Resources
Panel Installation Procedure
Triad Panel Replacement Checklist
Triad Custom Containment Checklist