For rigid cable trays, it is established that the seismic supports should be spaced no more than 12 meters apart. This article will explore the importance of seismic resistance in cable trays, discuss when seismic braces are necessary, and help you understand how to make informed. Cable tray and conduit systems have consistently performed well at conventional power and industrial facilities subjected to past strong-motion earthquakes larger than eastern U. plant safe shutdown earthquakes (1). This is so even though the systems are typically not designed for earthquake. Cable bracing works in tension, so it requires two opposing brace assemblies at each brace location. View our cable brace. The consequences are not limited to tray damage. Failed supports, separated splice joints, displaced cables, and damaged penetrations can interrupt critical power, control, data, or life-safety systems when they are needed most.
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