[CCMC 13316-R] CCMC Canadian code compliance evaluation
From: National Research Council Canada

CCMC number: | 13316-R |
Status: | Active |
Issue date: | 2008-09-15 |
Modified date: | 2023-03-07 |
Evaluation holder: | Always On UPS Systems Canada Inc
100 - 150 Campion Road |
Product name: | Always On™ ELI AC Inverter - Borealis and Aurora Series |
Code compliance: | NBC 2015 |
Evaluation requirements: |
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In most jurisdictions this document is sufficient evidence for approval by Canadian authorities.
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It is the opinion of the Canadian Construction Materials Centre that the evaluated product, when used as an emergency power supply for lighting in accordance with the conditions and limitations stated in this evaluation, complies with the following code:
National Building Code of Canada 2015
ID | Code provision | Solution type |
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03-02-07-04-00-0-00 | 3.2.7.4. Emergency Power for Lighting | Acceptable |
03-02-07-05-00-0-00 | 3.2.7.5. Emergency Power Supply Installation | Alternative |
09-09-12-03-00-0-00 | 9.9.12.3. Emergency Lighting | Acceptable |
The above opinion is based on the evaluation by the CCMC of technical evidence provided by the evaluation holder, and is bound by the stated conditions and limitations. For the benefit of the user, a summary of the technical information that forms the basis of this evaluation has been included.
Product information
Product name
Always On™ ELI AC Inverter - Borealis and Aurora SeriesProduct description
The product is a battery powered, uninterruptible power system that provides emergency AC power for lighting circuits in the event the primary power source fails. The selected loads continue to receive safe and clean AC power during major power events, such as blackouts, brownouts, and over- or under-voltage conditions.
The equipment consists of:
- a battery bank;
- a battery charger;
- a transformer; and
- Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBT) to convert DC power to AC.
The microprocessor-controlled unit also provides self-diagnostics and monitoring of the operating parameters.
The Aurora Series is offered in many configurations, which are outlined in the manufacturer’s literature. These configurations include unit ratings and critical load models ranging from 3 kW to 15 kW (single phase). The kW ratings and corresponding input/output voltage combinations are indicated in Table 1.
The Borealis Series is offered in many configurations, which are outlined in the manufacturer’s literature. These configurations include unit ratings and critical load models ranging from 8 kW to 48 kW (3 phase). The kW ratings and corresponding input/output voltages are indicated in Table 2.
The system is capable of powering any combination of lighting (e.g., electronic ballast, power factor-corrected ballast and self-ballasted fluorescent, incandescent or high-intensity discharge [HID]).
Figure 1. Aurora Series Single-Phase AC Inverter
Figure 2. Borealis Series Three-Phase AC Inverter
Manufacturing plant
This evaluation is valid only for products produced at the following plant:
Product name | Manufacturing plant |
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Kelowna, BC, CA | |
Always On™ ELI AC Inverter - Borealis and Aurora Series | Product evaluated by the CCMC |
Product evaluated by the CCMC Indicates that the product from this manufacturing facility has been evaluated by the CCMC
Conditions and limitations
The CCMC’s compliance opinion is bound by this product being used in accordance with the conditions and limitations set out below.
- The product is intended for use as an emergency power supply for lighting in buildings that require a separate emergency power supply.
- After installation, the system must be inspected and tested in accordance with the System Operating and Maintenance Manual, which must be kept on-site at all times, and certified and stamped by a professional engineer.
- The system is not considered applicable for hospitals or nursing homes unless it qualifies under CAN/CSA-Z32-04, “Electrical Safety and Essential Electrical Systems in Health Care Facilities.”
- Operating parameters can only be changed by a professional engineer who will certify that the life safety parameters will not be affected. The manual must be updated accordingly.
- Required site-specific information includes:
- a single line diagram of the installation;
- panel schedules for all lighting panels connected;
- the equipment room layout showing the location of the system and required auxiliary equipment;
- the sprinkler zone shutoff valve location (when installed in a sprinklered room); and
- a list of external devices required for the operation, including:
- the location of feeder circuit switches, and/or circuit breakers for the system; and
- interlocking devices.
- Batteries must be labelled with the manufacturer’s model and contact number along with a certification mark. They must be kept in a ventilated locked cabinet.
- The output of the inverters must be a true no-break supply to ensure that all types of lighting load can be used.
- When the system is located in a sprinklered building, the service room where the system is installed must be sprinklered and the enclosures housing the inverters must be sprinkler-proof.
- The system must be located in a ventilated room where the ambient temperature must be maintained at not less than 10°C.
- Where permitted, auxiliary loads must be supplied from separate circuits than the emergency lighting loads.
- All aspects of the installation must be in compliance with the Canadian Electrical Code and applicable local requirements.
- The product must be labelled with the following information:
- product name;
- handling precautions;
- manufacturer’s name;
- UL 924-2012, “Emergency Lighting and Power Equipment” certification mark;
- electrical certification mark;
- manufacturer’s certification mark for battery times other than 90 minutes; and
- “CCMC 13316-R”.
Technical information
This evaluation is based on demonstrated conformance with the following criteria:
Criteria number | Criteria name |
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CCMC-TG-265201-15 | CCMC Technical Guide for AC Inverter System for Emergency Power Supply for Lighting (Single Phase) |
The evaluation holder has submitted technical documentation for CCMC’s evaluation. Testing was conducted at laboratories recognized by CCMC. The corresponding technical evidence for this product is summarized below. The emergency power supply is designed and installed so that, upon failure of the regular power supply to the building, the emergency power supply will assume the electrical load automatically for a period of 2 hours, 1 hour or 30 minutes as required by the NBC and incorporated in the electrical system design by a professional engineer.
Unit rating (kVA/kW) | Input voltage | Output voltage | Result |
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6/3 |
208, 240, 277, 347 V AC single phase |
120/208, 120/240, 277, 347 V AC single phase |
CSA certified compliance with UL 924 |
8/5 | |||
10/7.5 | |||
12/10 | |||
20/15 |
Unit rating (kVA/kW) | Input voltage | Output voltage | Result |
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10/8 |
120/208, 277/480, 347/600 V AC, three phase, four wire |
120/208, 277/480 and 347/600 V AC three phase, four wire |
CSA certified compliance with UL 924 |
15/12 | |||
20/16 | |||
30/24 | |||
40/32 | |||
50/40 | |||
60/48 |
Administrative information
Disclaimer
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The CCMC was established in 1988 on behalf of the applicable regulator (i.e., the provinces and territories) to ensure—through assessment—conformity of alternative and acceptable solutions to regional building codes as determined by the local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) as part of the issuance of a building permit.
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