Consulting-Specifying Engineer: Jocelyn Wildman on mission critical power systems

The article highlights why code compliance alone is not enough to ensure reliable mission-critical power systems. While standards such as NFPA 70 and NFPA 99 establish minimum requirements, true resilience comes from designing redundant and maintainable systems that can withstand outages and equipment failures. Strategies such as separate power distribution paths, backup generators, UPS systems and redundant equipment help ensure continuous operation in facilities where power interruptions can have significant consequences.