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The 2026 NEC introduced an important update: cable trays must have at least 12 inches of clear vertical space above them to allow for installation and maintenance access. Panduit offers industry-leading cable routing systems as part of comprehensive, integrated data center solutions to effectively manage and protect high-performance communication, computing, and power cables. Whether suspended from the ceiling, wall-mounted, or supported by racks and cabinets, overhead cable management systems are flexible and scalable. They can easily be moved, reconfigured, or expanded as needed to meet changing requirements and evolving connectivity needs.

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