Codes & Standards: Electrical, Power
Top 5 Consulting-Specifying Engineer articles: January 15-21, 2021
Read the best articles from the past week. The cost and scope of a BAS, choosing between an ECM and VFD, NEC changes, data center metrics and electrical grounding and bonding.
Top 5 Consulting-Specifying Engineer articles: January 1-7, 2021
Read the best articles from the past week. NFPA 70-2020 changes, BAS integration, VRF system design, electrical grounding and bonding and Product of the Year winners.
Integrating a BAS into design
Building systems should be high-performing, integrated and accessible — and the building automation system is the key to achieving these goals
Understanding the changes to NFPA 70-2020
New requirements of the 2020 edition of the National Electrical Code will affect facility design
NEC changes enhance resiliency
The 2020 edition of the National Electrical Code added changes to improve resiliency electrical system design
Your questions answered: Low- and medium-voltage electrical systems
Several questions about low- and medium-voltage electrical systems were left unanswered; read answers to these questions here
Electrical grounding and bonding per NEC
Understanding correct grounding and bonding design and construction is crucial for proper electrical system operation and personnel safety
Consulting-Specifying Engineer most-viewed articles, November 2020
Read the best articles in November 2020 including: Commercial building wiring methods, hospital ventilation, 2020 Commissioning Giants and more.
Designing, retrofitting hospitals during COVID: Codes and standards
While COVID-19 has changed many aspects in a health care facility, some things remain identical; know the codes and standards
Designing an emergency power supply system
Engineers and owners must consider NFPA requirements when designing and maintaining alternate power supply systems to ensure reliable service