SEWS 8.1.1 - Batteries on Racks

The seismic capacity for the equipment class of Batteries on Racks (BAT) may be based on earthquake experience data. This equipment class includes both storage batteries and their supporting structures. Most battery systems consist of lead-acid storage batteries mounted in series on steel-frame racks or wooden racks.

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October 21, 2026
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The seismic capacity for the equipment class of Batteries on Racks (BAT) may be based on earthquake experience data. This equipment class includes both storage batteries and their supporting structures. Most battery systems consist of lead-acid storage batteries mounted in series on steel-frame racks or wooden racks.