It is a core design requirement for nonstructural electrical systems in high-seismicity projects. The best outcomes come from combining the right tray type, the right bracing and attachment details, the right movement allowances, and the right documentation. Before diving deeper into the specifics, it's important to understand the various factors that. This appendix provides the design criteria for seismic Category I cable trays and their supports. Dead load includes the weight of the cable trays, their supports and the cables. Requests for copies of this report should be directed to the EPRI Distribution Center, 207 Coggins Drive, P. Box 23205, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, (510) 934-4212. INTRODUCTION large telecommunication company embarked on a program that included building a series of telecommunications facilities in the Seattle, Washington area. High-seismicity projects place much greater demands on cable tray systems than ordinary installations.
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