Public/Seismic Qualification Utility Group
The Seismic Qualification Utility Group (SQUG) collects, evaluates, and facilitates the use of earthquake and testing experience data. Its mission is to maintain the validity of and to support and broaden the use of earthquake experience data as a cost-effective method for seismic qualification and fragility development.
The group is organized under the auspices of the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). A description of SQUG is provided in About SQUG.
The high level activities SQUG has been engaged in to support its mission include the following:
- Maintain the viability of the existing equipment classes
- Monitor and investigate earthquakes with significant ground motion for potential further study with respect to equipment performance
- Develop cost-effective new and expanded equipment classes (e.g., HVAC, Piping, Cranes)
- Gain broader acceptance and use of the experience based seismic methodology
- Provide training and support for long-term use of the GIP methods including its use for new and replacement equipment and parts
- Support development of improved fragilities based on experience data
Info for Prospective Members
The information below can be used by a prospective member of the Seismic Qualification Utility Group (SQUG) to understand the available resources and benefits of membership in the organization.
Interested parties are invited to contact askepri@epri.com.
Introduction to SQUG
The material included on this page covers use of the experience-based method and its advantages in seismically qualifying equipment for use in nuclear power plants. It also summarizes the advantages of membership in the organization.