Middle Atlantic SRB-2-WMRK-4824 2 BAY SEISMIC RIB,WMRK,48D,24H

Product Overview

The Middle Atlantic SRB-2-WMRK-4824 is a 2-bay seismic rib bracing kit for WMRK (Wall-Mount Rack) enclosures configured at 48 inches deep and 24 inches high. It is designed to reinforce WMRK rack installations in seismic zones, providing additional structural support that reduces equipment movement and rack displacement during seismic events. This accessory is specified by AV integrators and facilities managers working in California, Pacific Northwest, and other seismically active regions. Available at creationnetworks.net.

Product Description

Seismic bracing for rack infrastructure is required by code in many jurisdictions and strongly recommended by equipment manufacturers for installations in earthquake-prone areas. The SRB-2-WMRK-4824 provides a 2-bay seismic rib assembly engineered specifically for Middle Atlantic WMRK enclosures at the 48-inch depth, 24-inch height configuration. The seismic rib bolts to the WMRK frame and provides lateral bracing to reduce racking motion during seismic events, protecting both the rack structure and the equipment mounted within. A 2-bay kit addresses paired WMRK enclosures installed side by side, which is a common deployment pattern in AV server rooms and equipment closets. The kit includes all hardware required to attach to the WMRK frame without field modification. Seismic accessories from Middle Atlantic are designed and tested to meet applicable building code requirements for nonstructural component bracing; consult your AV integrator or structural engineer for jurisdiction-specific compliance documentation. The SRB-2-WMRK-4824 is specified during the design phase of AV infrastructure projects in seismic zones and is frequently required by facilities departments as a condition of installation approval in commercial buildings.

Key Features

• 2-bay seismic rib kit — Braces paired WMRK enclosures against lateral seismic movement.
• WMRK 48"D / 24"H specific — Engineered fit for the specific WMRK configuration without field modification.
• Complete hardware included — All fasteners and attachment components included for direct installation.
• Seismic zone compliance — Supports code-required nonstructural component bracing in seismically active regions.
• Protects equipment investment — Reduces rack displacement and equipment damage risk during seismic events.

Typical Applications

• WMRK rack installations in California and Pacific Northwest seismic zones
• Commercial building AV equipment rooms requiring seismic bracing sign-off
• Higher-education and healthcare AV infrastructure subject to seismic code requirements
• Government and institutional facilities with mandatory seismic bracing provisions
• Any WMRK deployment where the facilities team requires seismic compliance documentation

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this kit required by building code?

A: Seismic bracing requirements vary by jurisdiction, occupancy type, and equipment weight. Consult your local building code or a licensed structural engineer for jurisdiction-specific requirements.

Q: Does this kit work with WMRK enclosures at other depths or heights?

A: The SRB-2-WMRK-4824 is designed for the 48-inch depth, 24-inch height WMRK configuration. Other WMRK sizes require the corresponding SRB kit. Contact Creation Networks to confirm the correct kit for your enclosure configuration.

Q: Can this seismic rib be installed after the WMRK enclosure is already mounted?

A: In most cases, yes. The SRB kit is designed to be retrofitted to existing WMRK installations, though the process is easier during initial rack installation before equipment is loaded.