(i) Aboveground conductors shall be installed in rigid metal conduit, in intermediate metal conduit, in electrical metallic tubing, in rigid nonmetallic conduit, in cable trays, as busways, as cablebus, in other identified raceways, or as open runs of metal-clad cable suitable for. (i) Aboveground conductors shall be installed in rigid metal conduit, in intermediate metal conduit, in electrical metallic tubing, in rigid nonmetallic conduit, in cable trays, as busways, as cablebus, in other identified raceways, or as open runs of metal-clad cable suitable for. Overhead cable management systems are found anywhere with large-scale cable runs. That includes data centers of all types (hyperscale, enterprise, colocation), manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and much more. The components of an overhead cable management system must support the weight of the. Choosing between overhead and underfloor cabling can significantly impact the efficiency, ease of maintenance, and safety of your operations. So, let's dive in and help you make an informed decision. NEC Article 392 has code requirements for cable tray systems that designers and installers must follow. They are often installed on ceilings or walls.