Implementation of the Charge Transfer System (CTS) offers a wide range of protection against direct lightning strokes; from the enhancement of the strike collection ability to the total prevention of strokes into the protected premise. Let us explain the concept of Charge transfer System and the lightning protection products that together make this technology so amazing! The Charge Transfer Systems are based on using the point discharge phenomenon as a charge transfer mechanism from the protected site to the surrounding air. The electrostatic field created by the storm cell will draw that charge away from the protected site, leaving that site at a lower potential than its surroundings. That is, the protective system releases, or leaks off, the charge induced in the area of concern to a level where a lightning stroke is impractical. Lightning Protection Product 1 The DAS/SBI The DAS/SBI Ionizer is a multipoint device. It’s designed to efficiently produce ions from many points simultaneously. Their ionizing capability helps keep the local electric field below lightning potential, making the protected site less likely to experience direct strikes. The SBI unique design and geometry also enable it to collect an incoming strike from virtually any direction, creating a larger area of protection than standard air terminal. Lightning protection product 2 Grounding System The ionizer assembly alone, of course, is not sufficient. The system must be grounded. The Ground Current Collector (GCC) provides the source of charge to keep the ion current flowing through the array and discharge the site. The GCC in a land base application can be the existing ground gird if the ground grid contains horizontal bare interconnecting conductors commonly connected together. Lightning Protection Product 3
ChemRod It’s a part of the grounding system; since it improves DAS/SBI’s performance we give it a special mention. When installing an SBI, it’s recommended that the customer installs at least one Chem-Rod, a low DC surge impedance and low resistance grounding electrode. It will improve the performance of the SBI in both the charge collection function and in the stroke diversion function. Lightning protection Product 4 Transient Voltage Surge Suppression (TVSS) Secondary lightning, surge and transients are the greatest source of destructive and disruptive phenomena that electrical and electronic equipment experience in day-to-day operations. LEC’s surge suppression devices as a protective system prevent both instant loss and catastrophic failures and protect the system’s reliability. The risks from lightning are real, and traditional lightning protection products do not adequately cover all the risks. The secondary effects which cause much of the damage are in fact increased by collecting strikes. We are a full service consulting firm aligned to solve your most complex challenges in lightning protection, grounding, and surge suppressions. Continue Reading...
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Being a leader in the field of effective lightning protection systems, Lightning Eliminators & Consultant Inc. has spent many years developing and testing superior lightning protection products. Due to our efforts, we have patented some ground breaking engineering products such as our Dissipation Array System which is engineered to prevent a lightning strike. DAS (Dissipation Array System) prevents lightning strikes by reducing the local, storm-induced electric fields, interrupting the formation of upward streamers, thus preventing lightning strikes in the protected area. Because direct strikes are prevented, most secondary effects are also eliminated. An additional tool is our Spline Ball Ionizer – it uses the same technology as DAS. It’s often an important component of a custom design DAS, but can also be used as a stand-alone lightning protection product. Additionally, there are other patented lightning protection products that combine (depending on the need the area to be protected) to provide full protection against lightning. Grounding and bonding A very important lightning protection product; our grounding systems are responsible for dissipating lightning strike energy safely to the ground. The patented Chem-Rod grounding rod has been proven to be the best grounding (earthing) solution of all the electrodes available. It’s so efficient that even one such rod can replace up to ten standard grounding rods. Also available is LECWELD – it’s an easy and efficient field welding system, requiring no outside power source or equipment for lightning safety installations. , our Ground Augmentation Fill (GAF) is a lightning protection product that is specially formulated to help create low resistance earth interface, making it easier and less expensive to prevent lightning damage. Surge Protection
Surge protection devices along with our lightning protection system as the damage isn’t limited to a direct strike alone – indirect strikes on any data or power lines can be equally catastrophic. LEC has UL listed lightning and surge protection products like Facility Guard (protection capacity of up to 400,000 amps per phase), Transient Limiters (protection capacity of up to 100,000 amps per phase), DC surge protectors (protection capacity of up to 10,000 amps in a range of voltages for all DC applications), etc. Patented Lightning protection products from LEC for is something that every industry will benefit from. Contact LEC to get the most competitive quote! As a result of changing technology, every industry is likely to feel the devastation of a lightning strike than ever. Microprocessor based equipment has increasingly replaced solid-state technology and is highly susceptible to surge. Many complications can arise from a lightning strike:
The following lightning protection products from LEC will help minimize the risk of lightning damage Direct strike protection The DAS (Dissipation Array System) prevents lightning strikes by reducing the local, storm-induced electric fields, interrupting the formation of upward streamers, thus preventing lightning strikes in the protected area. Because direct strikes are prevented, most secondary effects are also eliminated. An additional tool is our Spline Ball Ionizer – it uses the same technology as DAS. It’s often an important component of a custom design DAS, but can also be used as a stand-alone lightning protection product. As a stand-alone system, the SBI is capable of preventing direct lightning strikes. Grounding and bonding A very important lightning protection product; our grounding systems are responsible for dissipating lightning strike energy safely to the ground. Our patented Chem-Rod grounding rod has been proven to be the best grounding (earthing) solution of all the electrodes available. The Chem-rod is so efficient that even one such rod can replace up to ten standard ground rods. Also available is LECWELD – it’s an easy and efficient field welding system, requiring no outside power source or equipment for lightning safety installations. Additionally, our Ground Augmentation Fill (GAF) is a lightning protection product that is specially formulated to help create low resistance earth interface, making it easier and less expensive to prevent lightning damage. Surge and overvoltage transient protection Lightning transients and surges are responsible for equipment failure and costly replacements. LEC has UL listed lightning and surge protection products like Facility Guard (protection capacity of up to 400,000 amps per phase), Transient Limiters (protection capacity of up to 100,000 amps per phase), DC surge protectors (protection capacity of up to 10,000 amps in a range of voltages for all DC applications), etc. There are also data lines and telecommunication lightning and surge protection products like TE500, DLP, and CLP. To know more about our range of lightning protection products, visit our website.
A direct lightning strike can be a tremendous loss, costing millions of dollars. Mostly these strikes occur on or near residence, causing havoc on the home’s electrical system, appliances, and electronics. Fortunately, there are ways to help safeguard your property, family and yourself from lightning damage. Facts
The safest place to be during a lightning strike is your office or home. Still, some precautions needs to be taken to prevent any lightning damage. Try to stay away from anything that conducts electricity such as:
Invest Investing in the right lightning protection system is the best way to protect everyone from lightning damage. These systems create a pathway for lightning bolts to ground itself. Without a designated path; electrical wirings, metal plumbing pipes and even the metal gas system lines become potential pathways, thus causing damage to every device connected. A tailored system specifically for the home can safely guide the strike to the ground without harming anyone or anything. Surge Lightning strikes near power lines can cause huge power surges, thus a surge protection device should be installed in conjunction with a lightning protection system. These SPDs (point of use Surge Protection Device) do not suppress or arrest a surge; they divert it to the ground. This provides an extra layer of protection to your electrical and electronic appliances. Take action Lightning damage can cause irreparable damage. Take immediate action of getting your exterior and home systems checked and then installing the correct lightning protection device. Lightning Eliminators & Consultants Inc., are pioneers in this field since decades. Their name is synonymous with international standard protection and no strike warranty.
Did you know lightning causes more than $5 billion property damages each year? Lightning is a dangerous natural process. It is one of the leading cause of weather related deaths worldwide. A thunderstorm produced by lightning and thunder together can cause considerable damage. You can protect your business and home from lightning strikes by installing an effective and adequate lightning protection system. In an outdated lightning protection system, electrical charge is diverted to a less damaging path to ground and is stored through electrical rods. This old method can cause considerable damage to electrical appliance, downtime and loss of product to companies. The team of Lightning Eliminators came up with the latest technology of Charge Transfer System (CTS). It is a system planned to avoid a lightning strike from occurring within a protected zone or area. You must be wondering how this state of the art patented technology by Lightning Eliminators & Consultants, Inc. (LEC) works? Let us find out a basic layout of a lightning protection system. The Charge Transfer System (CTS) ismostly consists of these assemblies:
For the best Lightning protection solutions choose Lightning Eliminators & Consultants, Inc. (LEC). Their expert team has patented charge transfer technology, providing comprehensive and integral lightning protection consulting, assessment and design for over 40 years in more than 90 countries.
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