PRESS RELEASE — Salt Lake City, UT
A Strategic Addition to Subzero’s Containment Solutions
Subzero Engineering is pleased to announce the acquisition of the Dissolvable Air Barrier (DAB) Panels product line from Cambridge R&D, further expanding Subzero’s portfolio of data center containment solutions and reinforcing its commitment to safety, performance, and turnkey system delivery.
DAB Panels are a unique overhead containment solution designed to provide effective airflow separation during normal data center operation while dissolving within seconds when exposed to water during sprinkler activation. This dissolvable design helps eliminate falling panel hazards and supports safer fire suppression outcomes—addressing a critical challenge found in traditional rigid overhead containment systems.
“With this acquisition, we’re strengthening our ability to deliver truly integrated, safety-driven containment solutions,” said Shane Kilfoil, President of Subzero Engineering. “DAB Panels complement our existing containment portfolio and give our customers another proven option to address airflow management and fire safety without compromise.”
Expanded Manufacturing and Streamlined Service
As part of the acquisition, manufacturing of DAB Panels has transitioned to Salt Lake City, Utah, effective December 15, 2025. This move allows Subzero to apply its established manufacturing standards, quality controls, and logistics infrastructure to the product line—ensuring consistency, reliability, and responsive customer support.
All existing product quotes issued prior to the acquisition will be honored during the transition period. Going forward, all DAB Panel inquiries, specifications, and orders will be handled directly by Subzero Engineering.
Designed for Modern Data Centers
DAB Panels are engineered for both hot aisle and cold aisle containment applications and offer a combination of airflow performance, safety, and installation flexibility. Made from EPA-certified, plant-based cellulose materials, the panels achieve Class A fire and smoke performance, producing low heat and minimal smoke while maintaining visibility for emergency personnel.
Despite their dissolvable design, DAB Panels remain durable during normal operation—withstanding high static air pressure and maintaining airflow separation where it matters most. Panels can be easily modified in the field to accommodate varying cabinet heights and existing infrastructure, eliminating the need to relocate sprinkler heads and reducing installation time and cost.
Part of a Complete Subzero Solution
DAB Panels integrate seamlessly across Subzero’s full portfolio of data center containment products, including AisleFrame systems, doors, vertical containment, horizontal roof containment systems, and airflow management systems. This unified approach enables Subzero to deliver turnkey containment solutions engineered for performance, safety, and long-term scalability—backed by a single partner and a coordinated system designed to work together.
Learn More
To learn more about Subzero’s Dissolvable Air Barrier Panels, explore technical specifications, or watch the product overview video, visit:
https://www.subzeroeng.com/dab-panels-product-overview-video/
About Subzero Engineering
Subzero Engineering specializes in turnkey, precision-engineered data center containment solutions designed for scalable, fast deployments in mission-critical environments. With a focus on performance, safety, and sustainability, Subzero’s solutions help maximize efficiency, reduce downtime, and support evolving data center demands. Since 2005, Subzero Engineering has been trusted by the world’s most demanding technology companies to contain critical environments and deliver reliable, customized solutions.