Seismic Fixture Clamps secure luminaires to T-bar.
Press Release Summary:
CADDY® SFCLT Clamps attach fixtures securely to ceiling frame member, and prevent T-bar from twisting and disconnecting at T-Bar intersections in seismic event. Reusable clamps also prevent fixture from separating from T-Bar framework and can withstand force of standard fire hose. Clamps consist of connectors for 2 x 4 ft and 2 x 2 ft light fixtures, as well as end-to-end and side-by-side connections of light fixtures, and for reinforcement of T-Bar main runner joints.
Original Press Release:
Seismic Fixture Clamps from ERICO® Secure Luminaires to the T-Bar
SOLON, Ohio, August 2005 - The SFCLT Seismic Fixture Clamps - part of the CADDY® line from ERICO® - attach fixtures securely to the ceiling frame member. These cost-effective reinforcing clamps prevent the T-bar from twisting and disconnecting at the T-Bar intersections in a seismic event. The reusable clamps also prevent the fixture from separating from the T-bar framework and will withstand the force of a standard fire hose.
The SFCLT complies with ICBO Acceptance Criteria 184 (AC184), which mandates positive rigid attachment between the main runner, cross runner and light fixture.
The SFCLT family of fixture clamps consists of connectors for 2' x 4' and 2' x 2' light fixtures, as well as for end-to-end and side-by-side connections of light fixtures and for reinforcement of T-Bar main runner joints. In addition, they can be used to secure 2' x 2' air diffusers.
Each clamp is secured to the fixture and the T-Bar with two screws. Use of the clamps eliminates the need for two slack wires. The rated load of the SFCLT is 10 times the weight of a standard 30-lb light fixture. The clamp is designed to work together with the T-Bar runners to provide seismic restraint for the fixture without additional chains or cables attached to the fixture itself.
The product has been tested for compliance to IBC®, UBC, NEC®, NBC and CEC®. It is listed by Warnock Hersey and ETL®, conforms to UL® 1598 and is certified to CSA® C22.2 No. 9.0-96 (Component Only). SFCLT Fixture Clamps meet U.S. building-code and electrical-code specifications. Independent from seismic applications, the SFCLT clamps may be used to satisfy the requirement of NEC 410.16(C) for secure fastening of luminaires (fixtures), complying with Acceptance Criteria 184.
For more information, call 1-800-25-CADDY or visit www.erico.com
ERICO® is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of precision-engineered specialty metal products serving global niche product markets in a diverse range of electrical, commercial and industrial construction, utility and rail applications. The company is headquartered in Solon, Ohio, USA with a network of sales locations serving more than 25 countries and with manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide. ERICO's well-known brand names include: CADDY® fixings and fasteners; CADWELD® welded electrical connections; CRITEC® surge protection devices; ERICO® rail bonds; ERIFLEX® low-voltage components; ERITECH® lightning protection and grounding; and LENTON® mechanical rebar splices. Visit ERICO online at www.erico.com.
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