As everyone knows, Lightning surge protection devices protect electrical equipment against over voltages caused by lightning. When lightning strikes, a big portion of that energy goes to ground, while the rest will move to any other electrical circuit nearby and this is called an induced surge. Though lightning is not the only culprit, the cycling of air conditioners, refrigerators, fan motors, and other appliances can also produce a damaging surge. The bottom line – surge or line spikes can actually destroy many sensitive electronics within the devices we use. Not only is the potential for damage from a surge event increased but the value of sensitive electronics deployed in the industrial application means that surge protection should be a key priority. For some industries, surge protection is achieved simply by installing a surge protection breaker at the building’s main breaker load center. However, true protection requires lightning surge protection devices at various levels within the building to provide the most reliable protection. LEC takes a holistic approach to industrial surge protection in the most appropriate way to minimize the risk and its potential impact. Its purpose is to divert the excessive incoming voltage to the ground by developing low impedance between the line and earth. Virtually every business relies on modern electronics equipment to some degree – and such equipment can be easily damaged or weakened by the surge. Businesses face significant threats as their products or services rely on sustaining continuing operations supported by electronics and telecommunication equipment and if it malfunctions business is exposed to catastrophic risks. Example of business and equipment at risk includes:
Lightning Eliminators and Consultant Inc. offers lightning surge protection devices and installations. Our patents and standards differentiate our products from others and help protect your investments in electronic systems.
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AuthorLightning Eliminators & Consultants, Inc. (LEC) serves its clients by installing and maintaining lightning protection systems (LPS), and prevention solutions. Equipped with over four decades of experience, LEC has provided successful support to over 90 countries and throughout the United States. Archives
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