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July/August/September 2021 I 59 in divisions 26 and 27 project documents is recom- mended. These specification efforts can also be included in building information modeling (BIM) projects. Newer industry software and modeling resources are available to support BIM activities. Incorporating best practices into the design will also help more effectively address emerging challenges, such as airflow containment, movement, and acoustics to ensure better the long-term protection and business continuity of both the building and its data center. AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY: Chris Kusel, CFPS, CDT, is the director of engineering for Hilti North America. Chris has been working in the fire protection industry for 22 years, consulting with building owners, architects, engineers, and contractors regarding fire and airflow containment specification and construction. He has conducted speaking engagements at national conferences and published multiple industry articles on core passive fire protection topics. Chris has a B.S. degree in fire protection and safety engineering and is an NFPA certified fire protection specialist. He can be reached at chris.kusel@hilti.com. BEST PRACTICES AND CONCLUDING RECOMMENDATIONS Long term planning for cable network capacity is critical. Owner pain points related to data cabling penetrations should be considered in the design phase. These include not only meeting minimal fire protection code compli- ance, but also non-fire related challenges of airflow leakage, and potentially movement and sound transmission of the systems. Consideration should be given to firestop system technology that can help address multiple needs, not only during initial building occupancy, but also through- out the life of the data center and facility. With the realities of future work with MAC, selecting systems with approvals and airflow control performance for an empty sleeve pathway and allowance up to 100 percent visual cable fill is recommended. Some common practices for specifiers to help ensure compliance from the bid through installation phases of projects is by detailing firestop cable pathway solutions on datacom or telecom construction plans. Additionally, specifying specific firestop systems and product solutions *Compared to the big brands. †The Trade Agreement Act requires products to be made in the U.S. or a TAA compliant country. ‡Typical installer's cost from ICC Premier and Preferred distributors. Part number ICFOJATG10. © 2021, ICC. MTP is a registered trademark of US Conec Ltd. ClearCurve is a registered trademark of Corning. All other trade names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. MTP ® OM3 12-Fiber 10m • Less than 0.35dB insertion loss • Made with Corning ® ClearCurve ® fiber • TAA compliant for government projects † Typical installer's cost: ICC Big Brand Utah 801.484.5238 Nebraska 800.238.0787 Ohio 800.422.6191 Texas 800.847.5629 California 800.309.2322 Maryland 888.792.7463 Save 70% or More * On Fiber Optic Patch Cords Configure the MTP patch cord at icc.com/mtp. $95 ‡ $348 ‡ ea. ea. mpr-0445 - ICT JOURNAL July-Sept 2021 Quarter Ad.indd 1 mpr-0445 - ICT JOURNAL July-Sept 2021 Quarter Ad.indd 1 5/10/2021 9:25:26 AM 5/10/2021 9:25:26 AM