Is cable tray classified as structural or electrical

A cable tray is a structural system used to support insulated electrical cables used for power distribution, communication, and control. It provides a secure pathway that prevents cable damage, simplifies maintenance, and reduces the risk of overheating. The Cable Tray Institute (CTI) was founded in 1991 to support the cable tray industry by engaging in research, development, education, and the dissemination of information designed to promote, enhance, and increase the visibility of the industry. Cable tray, introduced in the mid 1940s, is a safe. nch runs from the main cable tray system to electr cal devices or other equipment. It is available with a ventilated or solid bottom. Channel tray can protect against electromagnetic inte, is a welded wire-mesh cable management system made of high-strength steel wire. It is used to manage cables. The modern world relies heavily on electrical and communication cables that must be managed and supported across vast distances in commercial and industrial settings. Think of a roadway bridge that supports traffic. Cable Tray Systems must provide protection to life & property against faults caused by electrical disturbances Lighting. Cable trays are structural components of a facility's electrical system, and as such, are part of a planned cable management system. The use and installation of cable trays are covered by OSHA in 29 CFR 1910. 305(a)(3) and within various provisions of the National Electric Code (NEC). [PDF]