Seismic Protection Systems

Seismic Protection Systems from CPI reduce the risk of equipment damage from seismic events. CPI offers seismic products for racks, cabinets and cable runway to provide additional bracing required in earthquake zones. 

CPI Seismic Protection Systems include the following benefits:

• Reduces the risk of equipment damage due to seismic events
• Minimizes excessive motion that may cause undue strain on cable connections
• Increases chance of continued operations after seismic event
• Helps installations meet seismic codes

Additonal resources:

Seismic Platform Selection Table
Seismic Application Sheet (PDF) 
OSHPD Pre-Approved Product List

Seismic Products for Racks – reinforces rack from top to bottom

• Seismic Frame® Two-Post Rack is Zone 4 rated and holds 1,000 lb of equipment
• Gusset kits and heavy-duty top angles reinforce CPI's Universal Rack
• Adjustable wall/ceiling braces stabilize tops of racks and frames
• Tie-down brackets protect shelf-mounted equipment

Seismic Products for Cabinets - ensures the stability of cabinets and equipment

• Seismic Frame® Cabinet System is Zone 4 rated and holds 800 lb of equipment
• Bracing kit attaches the top of the cabinet to the wall
• Equipment brackets prevents excessive movement of rack-mounted equipment
• Tie-down kit keep monitor securely fastened to shelf

• Heavy-Duty Junction-Splice Kit – to connect ladder racks at 90-degree horizontal intersections when supporting heavy cable runs or when used in earthquake areas
• Heavy-Duty Butt-Splice Kit  – for straight connections when supporting heavy cable runs or when used in earthquake areas
• Single & Double Earthquake Bracing Kits - for stabilizing cable runway hung from threaded rods
• Wall Angle Support Kit – to support cable runway terminating perpendicular to the wall
• Threaded Drop Rods - threaded rod to support cable runway from ceilings