Clause 10.3 Energy Storage Systems

Where the stored energy capacity or separation distance of the unit exceed the limit, it shall be subjected to the fire and explosion testing specified under UL 9540A and together with the NFPA 855

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While locally adopted fire codes take precedence over NFPA 855, the depth of this standard—plus the wealth of tutorial information in its annexes—make it a valuable resource for all Authorities Having

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Fire Protection Standards for Energy Storage Cabinet Assemblies

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