Data Center Decommissioning Blog

Expert guides, market insights, and practical tips for facility managers, plant operators, and contractors dealing with surplus electrical equipment.

Electrical MCCs

What Is a Siemens tiastar MCC Worth on the Surplus Market?

A complete guide to valuing Siemens tiastar motor control centers — including breaker-style buckets, 400A sections, and complete lineups. What buyers are paying in 2026.

June 2026 · 8 min read
Electrical MCCs

Square D Model 6 MCC: Complete Buyer's & Seller's Guide

Everything you need to know about the Square D Model 6 motor control center — specifications, bucket compatibility, surplus values, and where to buy or sell.

June 2026 · 10 min read
Transformers

Dry-Type Transformer Surplus Values: 480V to 208V/120V Guide

Current market prices for surplus dry-type transformers by KVA rating and brand. What contractors and facility managers are paying in 2026.

June 2026 · 7 min read
Decommissioning

The Complete Data Center Decommissioning Checklist (2026)

A step-by-step checklist for facility managers planning a data center shutdown — covering electrical de-energization, data destruction, asset recovery, and compliance.

June 2026 · 12 min read
UPS Systems

How to Sell a Large UPS System: What Buyers Pay in 2026

A practical guide to selling large-format UPS systems (Eaton, APC, Liebert) from data centers. What the surplus market is paying and how to get the best price.

June 2026 · 6 min read
Switchgear

How to Choose an Electrical Decommissioning Company

What to look for when hiring an electrical decommissioning contractor — licensing, insurance, OSHA compliance, and how to ensure you get top dollar for your surplus gear.

June 2026 · 9 min read