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Construction terms explained

ATS:: automatic transfer switch
UPS:: uninterruptible power supply
OT:: operational technology
TCS:: technology cooling system
FPT:: functional performance testing
IST:: integrated systems testing
TAB:: testing, adjusting, and balancing
OEM:: original equipment manufacturer
HVAC:: heating, ventilation, and air conditioning
HDD:: hard disk drive
SSD:: solid-state drive
IT:: information technology
MOP:: method of procedure
SOP:: standard operating procedure
EOP:: emergency operating procedure
MEP:: mechanical, electrical, and plumbing

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Pearl · Controls and OT

Source-Transfer Control-State Validation

Prove that source-transfer controls block every prohibited source combination and complete every required transfer before UPS autonomy becomes consequential.

Use before: Factory acceptance testing and submittals · Integrated systems testing · Functional performance testing · Installation turnover

Sources: Dranetz Technologies, Inc. · Microsoft Azure

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