The paper discusses a myopic interpretation of increasing voltage rating for some 600 V rated products and their impact on Thermo-Plastic and Thermoset Insulated Wire and Cable Products.
Due to the many safety standards that apply to medical grade power strips, identifying the correct set of standards for a patient care application can be burdensome. This article will attempt to clarify the intent of each standard and to describe how it should be applied.
NEMA's Guide SG 20-2013 enhances electrical safety awareness and mitigates electrical hazards to those servicing and maintaining switchgear.
The National Electrical Code is adopted nationwide, but how it is adopted and where it is enforced can vary greatly.
Part 2 will cover proposed changes located in Chapters 4 through 8 of the NEC. These changes are potential changes in NEC 2017
