Power distribution unit with single piece frame with integrated cable trough, lifting handles, and optional welded base

A method of forming a frame of an equipment cabinet, the method comprising:

• providing a first wrapper comprising a first sheet of metal which comprises a first rear edge, a bent first rear corner, a bent first front corner, and a first front edge, wherein a portion of the first wrapper extending from the first rear edge to the first rear corner forms a portion of a rear side of the equipment cabinet, and a portion of the first wrapper extending from the first rear corner to the first front corner forms a first lateral side of the equipment cabinet;
• providing a second wrapper comprising a second sheet of metal which comprises a second rear edge, a bent second rear corner, a bent second front corner, and a second front edge, wherein a portion of the second wrapper extending from the second rear edge to the second rear corner forms a portion of the rear side of the equipment cabinet, and a portion of the second wrapper extending from the second rear corner to the second front corner forms a second lateral side of the equipment cabinet;
• and
• mounting a top panel to a top edge of the first wrapper and to a top edge of the second wrapper;
• and
• wherein a trough comprises a portion of the first wrapper extending from the first front corner to the first front edge which is bent into a three-sided channel having an open side facing a front of the equipment cabinet.