Equipment Certification

ISAT Equipment Certification: Manufacturer’s Seismic Certification is a crucial aspect of ensuring that mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and other nonstructural components are capable of withstanding seismic events while maintaining their functionality. This certification demonstrates that the equipment has undergone rigorous testing and evaluation to assess its performance under the specified seismic forces. By obtaining seismic certification, manufacturers attest to the resilience and reliability of their products in the face of earthquakes, instilling confidence in building owners, engineers, and code enforcement agencies.

ISAT is committed to assisting you in navigating the process of procuring a Manufacturer’s Seismic Certification.

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ISAT Equipment Certification

  • ISAT will Identify the appropriate seismic design criteria for the equipment based on factors such as seismic risk at the intended installation site, the building’s intended use, and its structural system.
  • Review the 3rd party testing procedure outlining the shake table testing protocol.
  • Observe and document the testing at the 3rd party testing facility.
  • Certify the report detailing the testing and analysis results, design considerations, and other relevant information required to obtain the Seismic Certification for the equipment.

Equipment Certification Relevant Standards:

ICC-ES AC156: This is an acceptance criterion developed by the International Code Council Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) for seismic qualification testing of nonstructural components. The AC156 standard outlines the procedures for shake table testing and other test methods to demonstrate the equipment’s ability to withstand seismic forces and maintain functionality.

IEEE 693: This standard, developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), outlines the requirements for seismic design and qualification of electrical substations and equipment. It includes specifications for shake table testing and other methods to ensure the equipment’s seismic resilience.

FM Global Approval Standard 1950: This standard, developed by FM Global, outlines the requirements for earthquake-resistant nonstructural components. The FM1950 test protocol subjects the nonstructural components to simulated seismic events, replicating the forces and displacements they might experience during an actual earthquake.

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