AV racks are far more than equipment containers—they are the foundation of reliable, serviceable, and standards‑compliant AV systems. This webinar takes a holistic, system‑level approach to rack building, helping AV professionals move beyond basic assembly toward best‑practice design, integration, and long‑term performance. Participants will explore industry standards, planning considerations, and real‑world installation principles that impact structural integrity, power distribution, cable management, thermal performance, and serviceability. Topics include proper rack loading and weight distribution, rear support requirements, ergonomic equipment placement, seismic considerations, and adherence to IEC rack standards. The session also covers documentation best practices, airflow planning, heat load calculations, and strategies to support future system expansion. Whether working in corporate, education, healthcare, or other commercial AV environments, attendees will gain practical insights to reduce installation errors, improve system reliability, and extend equipment lifespan. This webinar is ideal for designers, engineers, installers, and project managers looking to apply a consistent, standards‑based methodology to AV rack and enclosure design.

In this May webinar, you will:

  • Apply a systems-based approach to AV rack design by evaluating structural, power, cable, and thermal requirements to support reliable and serviceable installations.
  • Identify and justify best practices for rack integration—including equipment placement, weight distribution, rear support, and standards compliance—to reduce risk and improve long-term system performance.
  • Analyze real-world rack and enclosure scenarios to determine appropriate solutions for power management, airflow, and cable management that meet industry standards and project constraints.

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      Instructors

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      Mike Heinrich
      Technical Sales Application Engineer
      Legrand

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      Pat Kittredge
      Sr. Product Marketing Manager - Middle Atlantic
      Legrand

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      Anthony Saddler
      Product Manager - Middle Atlantic
      Legrand

      Event Information


      Date
      05 May 2026

      Time
      1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
      Eastern Standard Time

      Type
      Webinar