The race toward faster, greener data centers is bringing a surge of uncertified and custom equipment — leaving inspectors and AHJs to determine compliance in a rapidly changing landscape.
This article clarifies eight key questions about how smoke detectors activate smoke dampers, with guidance anchored in the 2020 NBC, CSA B44-19, and ULC S524-19.
NFPA 70E and CSA Z462 are, for the most part, developed in parallel and are technically aligned.
Let’s continue to review many readers inquiries about applying the 2024 CE Code and the 2020 NBC, along with the standards those codes reference.
CE Code, C22.1:2024, provides clarity on key circuit classifications, offering guidance on communication, control, PoE, low-energy, extra-low-voltage, Class 1 and Class 2 circuits, and fire alarm circuits to ensure compliance and proper application.
As a follow-up to prior articles on underground installations of conductors, the author addresses further questions stemming from the Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code).
An overview of how Update No.1 to CSA C68.10-20 and CSA C68.5-20 can impact your compliance efforts.
As a follow-up to prior articles on motors and generators, the author addresses further questions stemming from the Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code).
The Importance of Field Evaluation and Special Inspection Services for Battery Plant Operators and Equipment Manufacturers in Canada and the U.S.
An overview of applicable battery fire testing standards and requirements that affect manufacturers and code officials.