Global Data Center Rack Market 2012-2016

Introduction to the market
Data center racks are equipment used to support servers, switches, routers, and other network-related devices. They enable efficient and easier management of data center networks. The racks are designed to hold multiple servers in a secure environment. Moreover, the racks come equipped with additional features that provide provisions for cooling, power distribution, connectivity, and cable management. Furthermore, vendors are making use of the latest technological advancements to incorporate advanced features such as remote monitoring into the racks. Hence, data center operators are increasingly adopting data center racks that can independently manage various tasks such as cooling and airflow.
Market overview
The Global Data Center Rack market is expected to post a CAGR of 11.13 percent during the period 2012-2016. The market is expected to post revenue of US$1,432 million in 2016 in TechNavio's report, the Global Data Center Rack Market 2012-2016. The increasing deployment of data centers is expected to be one of the key drivers that will drive the growth for this market. There are, however, certain factors that may affect the growth of the market. The declining investment due to macro-economic conditions is a challenge that could affect the growth of the market during the forecast period.
Regional overview
North America accounted for the largest share of revenue in the Global Data Center Rack market in 2012. This large revenue contribution of the region is mainly because it has the highest number of data center deployments taking place as of date.

Vendor landscape
Currently, there are a few companies that have a significant presence in the Global Data Center Rack market due to their vast experience and long presence in the market. Many pure-play companies in this market are either being acquired or being approached for acquisition by larger corporations for their technological capabilities in providing end-to-end data center solutions. Some of the key vendors mentioned in the Global Data Center Rack Market 2012-2016 report include APC Corp., Emerson Network, Hewlett Packard Co., and Rittal Corp. Other prominent vendors in the Global Data Center Rack market include Chatsworth Products Inc., Dell Inc., Eaton Corp., Fujitsu Ltd., IBM Corp., and Oracle Corp.
Key questions answered in this report:
What will the market size be in 2016 and what will the growth rate be?
What are the key market trends?
What is driving this market?
What are the challenges to market growth?
Who are the key vendors in this market space?
What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the key vendors?
What are the strengths and weaknesses of the key vendors?

01. Executive Summary
02. List of Abbreviations
03. Introduction
04. Market Research Methodology
Market Research Process
Research Design
Research Methodology
05. Scope of the Report
Market Overview
Product Offerings
06. Data Center Overview
06.1 Data Centers by Type
Tier1 Data Center
Tier2 Data Center
Tier3 Data Center
Tier4 Data Center
07. Data Center Server Market Size and Forecast
08. Data Center Rack Overview
09. Data Center Rack Market Size and Forecast
09.1 Data Center Rack Classification by Rack Units
42U Data Center Rack Market (Market Size and Forecast)
48U Data Center Rack Market (Market Size and Forecast)
51U Data Center Rack Market (Market Size and Forecast)
09.2 Data Center Rack Classification by Measurement
19 inch Data Center Racks
23 inch Data Center Racks
09.3 Data Center Rack Classification by Post
2-post Data Center Racks
4-post Data Center Racks
Closed Cabinet Data Center Racks
09.4 Data Center Rack Installation
Best Practices
09.5 Data Center Rack Evaluation Parameters
Doors
Grounding
Rails
Roof
Side Panels
Weight Capacity
09.6 Data Center Rack Standards
Electronic Industries Alliance
Consumer Electronics Association
International Electrotechnical Commission
Others
09.7 Five Forces Analysis
10. Geographical Segmentation
10.1 Data Center Rack Market in the Americas
Data Center Rack Market Classification by Rack Units in the Americas
10.2 Data Center Rack Market in the EMEA Region
Data Center Rack Market Classification by Rack Units in the EMEA Region
10.3 Data Center Rack Market in the APAC Region
Data Center Rack Market Classification by Rack Units in the APAC Region
11. Key Leading Countries
US
UK
Germany
12. Vendor Landscape
13. Buying Criteria
14. Market Growth Drivers
15. Drivers and their Impact
16. Market Challenges
17. Impact of Drivers and Challenges
18. Market Trends
19. Key Vendor Analysis
19.1 APC Corp.
Business Overview
Key Information
SWOT Analysis
19.2 Dell Inc.
Business Overview
Key Information
SWOT Analysis
19.3 Eaton Corp.
Business Overview
Key Information
SWOT Analysis
19.4 Emerson Network Power
Business Overview
Key Information
SWOT Analysis
19.5 Fujitsu Ltd.
Business Overview
Key Information
SWOT Analysis
19.6 Hewlett Packard Co.
Business Overview
Key Information
SWOT Analysis
19.7 IBM Corp.
Business Overview
Key Information
SWOT Analysis
19.8 Oracle Corp.
Business Overview
Key Information
SWOT Analysis
19.9 Rittal Corp.
Business Overview
Key Information
SWOT Analysis
20. Other Reports in this Series  
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List of Exhibits:
Exhibit 1: Market Research Methodology
Exhibit 2: Global Data Center Server Market 2012-2016 (US$ billion)
Exhibit 3: Global Data Center Rack Market 2012-2016 (US$ million)
Exhibit 4: Global Data Center Rack Market Classification by Rack Units 2012
Exhibit 5: Global Data Center Rack Market Classification by Rack Units 2012
Exhibit 6: Global Data Center Rack Market Classification by Rack Units 2016
Exhibit 7: Global 42U Data Center Rack Market 2012-2016 (US$ million)
Exhibit 8: Global 48U Data Center Rack Market 2012-2016 (US$ million)
Exhibit 9: Global 51U Data Center Rack Market 2012-2016 (US$ million)
Exhibit 10: Global Data Center Rack Market Classification by Rack Size 2012
Exhibit 11: Global Data Center Rack Market by Geographical Segmentation 2012
Exhibit 12: Data Center Rack Market in the Americas 2012-2016
Exhibit 13: Data Center Rack Market Classification by Rack Units in the Americas 2012
Exhibit 14: Data Center Rack Market Classification by Rack Units in the Americas 2016
Exhibit 15: Data Center Rack Market in the EMEA Region 2012-2016
Exhibit 16: Data Center Rack Market Classification by Rack Units in the EMEA Region 2012
Exhibit 17: Data Center Rack Market Classification by Rack Units in the EMEA Region 2016
Exhibit 18: Data Center Rack Market in the APAC Region 2012-2016
Exhibit 19: Data Center Rack Market Classification by Rack Units in the APAC Region 2012
Exhibit 20: Data Center Rack Market Classification by Rack Units in the APAC Region 2016
Exhibit 21: Global Data Center Rack Market by Vendor Segmentation 2012
Exhibit 22: Global Data Center Rack Market by Vendor Classification 2012
Exhibit 23: Global Data Center Rack Market by Vendor Classification 2016
Exhibit 24: Global Data Center Rack Market by Vendor Classification 2020