Data Center Manufacturing Solutions

Industry Overview

The data center industry is experiencing sustained global growth driven by cloud computing, artificial intelligence, edge computing, hyperscale expansion, and increasing enterprise digitization. Operators and equipment manufacturers are under constant pressure to deploy infrastructure faster, improve energy efficiency, and scale capacity while maintaining uptime and reliability.

From a manufacturing standpoint, data center infrastructure is highly engineered, capital-intensive, and schedule-driven. OEMs must deliver complex, modular systems on aggressive timelines, often tied directly to construction milestones and customer contracts.

Key challenges in data center manufacturing include:

• High demand for fabricated and finished metal systems

• Tight delivery windows and project-based production schedules

• Consistency and quality across repeated builds

• Cost pressures driven by competitive pricing and rapid scaling

As a result, manufacturers increasingly rely on a combination of U.S. and Mexico production. U.S. manufacturing supports rapid engineering changes, early production runs, and proximity to customers, while Mexico manufacturing enables scalable, cost-effective production for standardized or repeatable components. Nearshoring has become a strategic priority as data center companies seek to reduce exposure to long offshore lead times and logistics risk.

Typical Products, Parts, and Components

Data center infrastructure relies heavily on metal-intensive assemblies and enclosures, including:

• Server racks and cabinets

• Power distribution units (PDUs) and frames

• Electrical and network enclosures

• Cable management systems and trays

• Cooling system housings and support structures

• Modular data hall and edge data center frames

These products commonly require:

• Sheet metal fabrication and forming

• Turret punching, laser cutting, and press braking

• Structural and cosmetic welding

• Powder coating or liquid finishing

• Mechanical and electromechanical assembly

Materials typically include cold-rolled steel, galvanized steel, aluminum, and stainless steel, with finishes designed for durability, corrosion resistance, and consistent appearance across large deployments.

Production environments range from high-mix, low-volume builds for custom or edge applications to higher-volume, repeatable programs supporting hyperscale data centers. Manufacturing partners must be capable of handling both without sacrificing quality or delivery performance.

Example Companies in the Industry

The data center ecosystem includes:

• Hyperscale infrastructure suppliers

• OEMs producing racks, enclosures, and integrated systems

• Manufacturers supporting cloud service providers and colocation operators

• Technology companies developing modular and prefabricated data center solutions

While business models vary, these companies share common manufacturing requirements: speed, scalability, cost control, and dependable execution across multiple sites.

How Prince Manufacturing Supports the Data Center Industry

Prince Manufacturing supports data center OEMs as a full-service contract manufacturing partner capable of producing complex, metal-intensive systems at scale.

Prince’s capabilities align directly with data center requirements, including:

• Precision sheet metal fabrication and forming

• Welding for structural and load-bearing components

• Powder coating and liquid painting for consistent, high-quality finishes

• Sub-assembly and full system assembly

• Packaging, sequencing, and logistics coordination

By integrating multiple processes under one roof, Prince reduces supplier handoffs, minimizes quality variation, and shortens lead times—critical advantages in project-driven data center deployments.

Prince also supports customers during:

• Capacity ramp-ups tied to new data center builds

• Program transitions from prototype to volume production

• Cost-reduction initiatives without compromising performance

• Multi-site production strategies across the U.S. and Mexico

Lean manufacturing practices and value stream optimization help ensure predictable throughput and on-time delivery, even during periods of rapid growth.

Mexico Manufacturing & Shelter Services for Data Centers

Mexico manufacturing has become an increasingly attractive option for data center infrastructure due to the labor-intensive nature of fabrication and assembly and the need for scalable capacity.

Through Mexico’s IMMEX program, data center manufacturers can benefit from:

• Duty-free imports of materials and equipment

• Export-focused production aligned with North American demand

• Competitive labor availability

• Shorter lead times compared to offshore manufacturing

Prince Manufacturing’s Shelter and hybrid manufacturing programs provide a low-risk entry into Mexico. Customers retain control over engineering, quality standards, and commercial relationships while Prince manages local labor, compliance, facilities, and daily operations. This model is especially effective for data center companies scaling rapidly or launching new product platforms.

Proof Points and Credibility

With more than 50 years of manufacturing experience and facilities in both the U.S. and Mexico, Prince Manufacturing is well-positioned to support the infrastructure demands of the data center industry.

Prince’s operational strengths include:

• Multi-location manufacturing capacity for redundancy and growth

• Robust quality systems and disciplined production controls

• Experience supporting infrastructure-driven, schedule-critical programs

• Demonstrated ability to reduce lead times and total landed cost

These capabilities make Prince a reliable partner for data center OEMs operating in fast-moving, high-stakes environments.

Why Data Center Companies Choose Prince Manufacturing

Data center companies choose Prince because it simplifies manufacturing while improving execution.

Prince helps customers:

• Consolidate multiple suppliers into a single manufacturing partner

• Scale production quickly without building internal capacity

• Balance U.S. responsiveness with Mexico cost efficiency

• Reduce operational risk and supply chain complexity

• Accelerate deployment timelines

Prince acts as an extension of the customer’s operations, not just a vendor.

Partner with Prince Manufacturing

If you are evaluating manufacturing options for data center infrastructure—whether in the U.S., Mexico, or a hybrid model—Prince Manufacturing offers the experience, capacity, and operational discipline to support your growth.

Contact our team to discuss your requirements and explore a manufacturing strategy aligned with your deployment goals.