Does Your Fire Alarm Meet the New Code 2023 NEC Requirements?
Surge Protection Now Mandatory for Fire Alarm Systems Fire alarms are an essential safety feature in any building, alerting occupants to the presence of smoke or fire, of course. But an alarm system can only protect you if it’s working properly. Did you know that your fire alarm system could silently fail due to an electrical surge? Power fluctuations—often undetected—can damage fire alarm components, rendering them useless when you need them the most. That’s why the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) now mandates listed surge-protective devices (SPDs) for fire alarm systems to ensure they remain operational. Why Surge Protection Matters [...]