The Fire Protection Research Foundation, an affiliate of the National Fire Protection Association, is seeking sponsors for a new research project focused on direct current (DC) arc flash hazards.
Part 1 of this series addresses significant updates to arc flash hazard marking requirements found in the 2026 NEC Sec. 110.16 to improve the safety of all electrical professionals. The 2026 NEC ...
The project will span three years, including research planning, testing, and model validation phases. Focus areas include multiple DC sources such as batteries, PV systems, converters, and DC motors.