Middle Atlantic 5-15 – Slim 5 Knockdown Rack, 15 Spaces

Product Overview

The Middle Atlantic 5-15 is a 15-space knockdown equipment rack from the Slim 5 series, engineered for AV integrators who need a strong, lightweight rack frame that ships flat. The bolt-together design allows flat shipment via UPS, cutting freight cost and making the rack easy to move through finished buildings before assembly. Unique interlocking corner joints deliver exceptional strength once assembled, supporting a 400 lb equipment load. Standard front and rear fixed 10-32 threaded rack rail with marked spaces simplifies equipment mounting and installation planning.

Product Description

Knockdown racks solve a practical problem in commercial AV installation: getting a full-size equipment rack into an elevator, up a stairwell, or through a finished space without damage or a freight carrier. The Slim 5 series ships flat and assembles on site, with an interlocking corner joint design that makes assembly straightforward while producing a rigid frame rated for 400 lbs of equipment. The 5-15 provides 15 rack spaces of mounting capacity in the series' lightweight, open frame, which gives technicians clear access to all sides of installed gear during integration and service. The top panel includes two laser knockout locations for mounting cooling fans, so active thermal management can be added without drilling or modification. Front and rear fixed rack rails come threaded 10-32 with marked spaces, speeding equipment layout against the rack elevation drawing. The broader Slim 5 series spans heights from 8 to 43 spaces in 20-inch and 26-inch depths, and standard-size racks accept optional front and rear doors, side panels, and decorative wood panels for finished installations. The rack is GREENGUARD Certified, supporting projects with indoor air quality requirements such as government and education work. Complete the build with accessories from the Middle Atlantic collection at Creation Networks.

Key Features

• 15 Rack Spaces — Mounting capacity for a mid-size equipment stack in conference rooms, classrooms, and equipment closets.
• Flat-Ship Knockdown Design — Bolt-together construction allows flat shipment via UPS and easy transport through finished spaces.
• Interlocking Corner Joints — The corner joint design provides exceptional strength and fast, accurate assembly.
• 400 lb Weight Capacity — The assembled frame supports substantial amplifier, processor, and source equipment loads.
• Fan-Ready Top — Two laser knockout locations in the top accept cooling fans for active thermal management.
• 10-32 Threaded Rails — Standard front and rear fixed rack rail with marked spaces simplifies equipment mounting.
• Lightweight Open Frame — The open design gives technicians easy access during integration and service.
• GREENGUARD Certified — Certification supports projects with indoor air quality and sustainability requirements.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom and conference room equipment closets
• Huddle room and training room AV head-ends
• House of worship audio and video racks
• Government space installations with certification requirements
• Multi-purpose room and commercial meeting space equipment stacks

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose a knockdown rack over a welded rack?
Knockdown racks ship flat via UPS, lowering freight cost and making it practical to carry the rack through elevators, stairwells, and finished interiors before assembling on site.

How difficult is assembly?
The Slim 5 uses a bolt-together design with interlocking corner joints engineered for easy assembly, and the joints give the finished frame exceptional rigidity.

Will standard 19-inch rackmount equipment fit?
Yes. The 5-15 includes standard front and rear fixed 10-32 threaded rack rail with marked spaces for conventional rackmount AV and IT equipment.

Can I add cooling fans later?
Yes. The top includes two laser knockout locations for mounting cooling fans, so thermal management can be added as equipment loads grow.

Are doors and side panels available?
Yes. Front and rear doors, side panels, and decorative wood panels are available for standard-size Slim 5 racks for a finished, client-facing appearance.

How much equipment can the rack hold?
The assembled frame is rated for a 400 lb weight capacity across its 15 rack spaces.

Does Creation Networks support integrator and project orders?
Yes. Contact Creation Networks for project pricing, availability, and help specifying Slim 5 racks and accessories for commercial deployments.