Sustainable materials in the data center

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This post details the technical evaluation and implementation of natural fiber-filled polypropylene (NFFPP) as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based plastics (PCABS) in data center hardware. It covers material property adjustments (flammability rating, shrinkage), design considerations for fiber-filled composites (gate placement, draft angles, ribs), molding process tuning (temperature, drying), and cosmetic aspects. Specific examples of NFFPP integration into OCP hardware like Yosemite, Honey Badger, and Open Rack are provided, along with a comparative analysis of the upstream carbon footprint reduction.