Marina owners and operators are facing new electrical safety regulations that demand costly infrastructure upgrades. The latest updates to NEC Article 555 and NFPA 303 require Ground Fault Protective Equipment (GFPE) at all shore power pedestal outlets (up to 100A). While these changes improve boater and marina safety, they also introduce significant costs—forcing marinas to invest in expensive GFPE breakers. 

VoltSafe's award-winning prongless shore power technology eliminates the need for costly GFPE breakers by integrating advanced safety features directly into its connectors. Unlike traditional pronged connectors, VoltSafe’s patented design only allows power to flow when the opposing magnetic adapter is securely connected and a unique electrical fingerprint is exactly matched, eliminating any risk of live exposed metal, significantly enhancing safety for marina staff and boaters while simplifying compliance with the latest NEC code changes.

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VoltSafe’s Smart Shore Power: Compliance Without the Cost

Instead of marinas buying expensive and unavailable GFPE breakers, VoltSafe’s built-in ground fault protection means you can continue using standard breakers—saving thousands in infrastructure costs.

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What You Need to Know About The New NEC 555.35 Regulations: 

The latest updates to NEC 555.35 introduce the following requirements: 

1. Ground Fault Protection for docking facilities to prevent electric shock drownings (ESD) and electrical fires.
   
   1. GFPE for Shore Power Receptacles must trip at ≤30mA for individual outlets.
   2. Feeder & Branch Circuits must have GFPE trip settings at ≤100mA.
   3. General Receptacle Protection requires all 125V, 15A & 20A outlets to have GFCI protection.
2. Ground Fault Testing
   
   1. The GFPE system shall be performance tested when first installed on site and a written record shall be made available to the authority having jurisdiction
   2. All vessels must be tested for the presence of ac ground faults at the time of the initial connection to the marina electrical system
   3. Testing is required annually and must be documented
3. Leakage Current Measurement is required for docks with three or more shore power outlets.

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Why This Matters: These regulations prevent electrical hazards, but traditional solutions require marinas to purchase and install costly GFPE breakers—often $200+ per outlet. VoltSafe eliminates that extra expense.

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More Than Compliance – A Safer, Smarter Shore Power System

✅ Prongless, Magnetic Connectors – No hidden corrosion, no risk of electric shock.
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✅ Real-Time Current Leakage Detection – Alerts marina staff to prevent hazards.
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✅ Eliminates Nuisance Tripping – Detects faults before they trip main breakers.
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✅ Emergency Shutoff Switch – Quick power cutoff at each dock for added safety.

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Proven & Trusted: Award-Winning Innovation

VoltSafe's patented technology is already winning IBEX, METS and DOCKS awards, and recently earned the designaton of being one of the Most Innovative Marine Companies for its groundbreaking shore power solutions. Industry leaders are adopting VoltSafe to improve marina safety, efficiency, and reliability - without unnecessary infrastructure costs.

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Get Ahead of 2025 Regulations – Upgrade Your Marina Today

Don’t wait until last-minute regulations force costly upgrades. Switch to VoltSafe’s smarter, safer shore power system and future-proof your marina now.

Complete our online request for a quote and one of our representatives will be happy to help you navigate your marina upgrade.

To learn more about how VoltSafe can help you upgrade or retrofit your marina, email sales@voltsafe.com.

VoltSafe is redefining shore power—bringing compliance, safety, and cost savings together. Make the switch today

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