Vertical & Overhead Installation of Cable Trays and Wire Mesh
Yes, wire mesh baskets and cable trays can be installed vertically or overhead, and they absolutely should be in many cabling projects.
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They should never be permanently enclosed, and if they pass through walls or partitions, proper fire-stopping measures must be in place to prevent the spread of fire. Prohibited Areas: Cable trays cannot be used in hoistways or enclosed spaces and must remain accessible. This is a description of how to select, install, and support these metal or plastic frames, on which electrical wires are installed.
