Genset Seismic Test - Cummins Power Generation. See a Generator Set on a shake table for the IBC certification. Cummins Power Generation has become the first manufacturer to publicly announce International Building Code (IBC) certification on all its production generator sets. The certification apply to products shipping from the factory starting in March, 2008. The IBC code, in various editions (IBC2000, 2003 and 2006), is currently used at the state or local level in 47 states plus Washington, DC (Source: The International Code Council, December 6, 2007). It addresses both the design and installation of building systems with an emphasis on performance in emergency situations. The IBC certificate of compliance qualifies the companys generator sets for use in emergency power systems wherever the IBC code requires that seismically rated equipment must be considered. Emergency standby power systems serve a critical need by providing electrical power to lifesafety systems after the primary (utility) source has failed. The primary applications for IBCcertified emergency power systems will be in earthquake and hurricaneprone areas of North America. However, because the design parameters recommended by IBC affect a significant number of facilities in both public and private sectors, many types of facilities must now consider IBCcertified generator sets. They include hospitals and healthcare facilities; fire, rescue and police stations; emergency shelters; telecommunications ...
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