electrical

• High-rise buildings normally refer to occupancy for general offices, commercial establishments, hotels/condominiums, or their combinations.
• Vastresult provides information on 3 types of FDAS systems.
• Electrical System in Buildings, a blog on Archtoolbox, provides information on electrical systems in buildings.
• KCS Projects suggests the best fire safety systems for high rise buildings.
• Goyal, A, an author on Scribd, discusses the electrical system in high rise buildings.
• The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) of Japan provides information on electricity liberalization and supply.
• Hepdro Fire Protection Philippines provides FDAS fire detection and alarm systems.
• Safeopedia defines a fire alarm as a system that detects and reports fires.
• Electrical Systems in a Building, a PPT presentation, discusses the electrical systems in a building.
• High-rise building power supply requirements include light for general illumination, seeing tasks, decorative feature, hallways & stairways, others; power for appliances and office machines; air-conditioning for temperature control; blowers and fans for ventilation; heaters for humidity control; elevators & escalators; conveyors, dumbwaiters, others for transport system; potable and non-potable water supply; water sprinkle (fire suppression); pumps/drainage; sewage ejectors for water pumps; PABX telephone system; intercom; communication system; entrance and exit for pedestrians; garage and fr
• High-rise buildings depend on robust electrical systems for daily operations.
• Well-designed electrical systems are crucial for occupant safety and overall functionality.
• Compliance with the Electrical Philippine Code is a non-negotiable aspect of project planning and execution.
• The Philippine Electrical Code (PEC) consists of rules which are intended to make use of electricity safe for person and property.
• The PEC is the national standard for electrical installations in the Philippines, ensuring safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Compliance with the PEC is a legal requirement, essential for project success and regulatory alignment.
• A high-rise building is defined as “a building with an occupied floor located more than 75 feet (23 meters) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access” according to the International Building Code.
• The pre-action system is designed to avoid accidental activation in areas where there is a risk of serious water damage.
• The wet pipe system directs an automatic water supply to the pipes, allowing it to be distributed throughout the building.
• The National Building Code of the Philippines stipulates requirement for stairwells and emergency exits.
• The National Building Code of the Philippines encourages green building practices like rainwater harvesting, energy efficiency, and waste reduction in high-rise and complex structures.
• The sprinkler system detects when the heat level in the premises reaches a certain point, and then discharges water.
• The dry pipe system is typically used in unheated buildings where water in a wet pipe system may freeze in low temperature areas.
• Local ordinances may have special considerations like historical preservation in specific areas.
• Local ordinances may have height restrictions in some areas especially near cultural heritage and monuments.
• Local ordinances may require architectural compatibility with the existing structures.
• The National Building Code of the Philippines mandates specific calculations and design methodology to ensure structural stability.
• Fire sprinkler systems are categorized into wet pipe system, dry pipe system, deluge system, and pre-action system.
• Fire doors are designed to spray water when a fire breaks out in the building and are not usually connected to fire alarms or smoke detection systems.
• According to the presidential decree no.1096 or the National Building Code of the Philippines, a highrise building is considered 8-floor to 25-floor or 21-50 meters in height.
• The water from the sprinkler system helps to manage the spread of the fire or extinguish it where possible, which allows time for residents to evacuate safely.
• The deluge system is typically utilized in buildings where there is a high risk of fire spreading quickly.
• The system should be designed to accommodate future changes in the building's use or expansion plans.
• Solar panels, wind turbines, and other renewable energy sources are increasingly being incorporated into building designs to reduce reliance on the traditional grid and promote sustainability.
• Diesel generators are reliable and economical, and the fuel is widely available and easily stored onsite.
• The transmission and distribution sector manages the power transmission network which includes the transmission lines and distribution lines that connect the power plants to the consumers (including individual households).
• Redundant power sources and distribution paths are often incorporated to ensure uninterrupted operation in case of component failure.
• Implementing energy-efficient technologies and equipment can significantly reduce the building's operating costs and environmental impact.
• Building systems, especially critical ones like elevators and fire safety systems, require a high degree of reliability.
• Back-up & generator sets are called the "last line of defense" when all other power systems fail in buildings, generators are the workhorses that are expected to operate rapidly and reliably.