CLASS 4 FMPS
WILL CHANGE LOW VOLTAGE TECHNOLOGY DESIGN
DESCRIPTION
MICHAEL QUIRL
LOW VOLTAGE DESIGN DIRECTOR
ABOUT DBR DBR provides an alternative to traditional firms by providing better opportunities for our people and as a result, a better experience for our clients. Our MEPF engineering practices ensure the smallest carbon footprint whether it’s HVAC, lighting design, plumbing, or fire protection systems.
CONTACT Michael Quirl, RCDD, CT Low Voltage Design Director mquirl@dbrinc.com 713.914.0888
This session will cover Class 4 power, cabling and equipment, how it works, and applications when designing a Fault Managed Power System (FMPS). Designers need to know Class 4 FMPS as stated in the new 2023 NEC under the new Article 726, the adoption of the new UL standards 1400-1 and 1400-2, and their application in the designer’s project specifications. It is critical for the designer to know the increased AC and DC power transmission limits for application and distance, and the FMPS safety protocols.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES • Identify Class 4 FMPS systems, codes and standards for new design specifications, fault protections and applications, and deployment conditions. • How to determine if FMPS is the right solution for your project architectural challenges by eliminating telecommunication rooms to recover floor space. • Discuss how sustainability can be a vital component of FMPS, reducing the carbon footprint and gaining LEED points for FMPS projects. • Recognize the vertical markets for FMPS are increasing constantly with new applications and more components requiring a network connection.
LEARNING UNITS 1 LU