ICPE, ATEX zones, NF EN 62305 standards: discover the regulatory obligations and technical solutions for lightning protection of industrial and commercial sites in France.
The DroneStrike™ in deployment configuration — an industrial hexacopter equipped with its titanium alloy control mast. In 1752, Benjamin Franklin made one of the
Lightning rods, surge arresters, and grounding systems form the three inseparable pillars of complete lightning protection. Discover the role of each and their complementarity according to the IEC 62305 series.
A complete guide to lightning protection for photovoltaic installations: IEC 62305 standards, ESE lightning rods, DC/AC surge arresters, and grounding. Everything you need to know.
Discover how Contact@ir, Dongl@ir and Rout@ir transform the maintenance of your ESE lightning rods into an intelligent, compliant and economical process.
Grounding conductor connection: mechanical techniques and exothermic welding. The quality of a lightning protection system depends on the reliability of its
Lightning rod inspection and maintenance: NF C 17-102 technician's guide 📋 Lightning rod inspection and maintenance go far beyond simple formalities
⚡ Compt@ir Lightning Strike Counter: Positive and Negative Strike Detection, Made in France. Lightning poses a constant threat to critical infrastructure
Compare 3 IEC 62305 certified lightning protection systems: communicating lightning rods, Contact@ir architectures and LPS Manager management for optimal maintenance.
Lightning protection for wind turbines IEC 61400-24: why it's critical. Indeed, wind farms, due to their significant height and their location in..
Introduction: The era of remote lightning rod verification with Contact@ir The maintenance of lightning protection systems is undergoing a major technological transformation.
Indeed, lightning represents an unpredictable and destructive threat to industrial infrastructure. It can cause costly production shutdowns and compromise the
Introduction Indeed, lightning strikes French soil several hundred thousand times a year. This powerful weather phenomenon threatens industrial structures and buildings
Introduction to lightning risk calculation according to IEC 62305. Indeed, lightning remains an unpredictable natural phenomenon that directly threatens the safety of property
Expert guide to materials for industrial lightning protection: copper, aluminum, steel. Technical comparisons, IEC 62305 standards, Contact@ir connected systems and LPS Manager supervision.
Discover the different types of lightning rods: Franklin single point, meshed cage, and early streamer emission (ESE) lightning rods. A complete guide LPS France to help you choose the right lightning protection for your building, in accordance with standard NF C 17-102.
Legal obligations in lightning protection: standards to be respected, required devices, roles of installers, risks and penalties in case of non-compliance.
Indeed, a lightning protection system using tensioned cables is a bit like an invisible shield suspended above a site. Its role is simple
Direct or indirect lightning: why is the distinction essential? Furthermore, when discussing lightning protection, a common misconception arises: 👉 all lightning is considered a “direct strike.” In reality, we distinguish between two very different phenomena: direct lightning, which physically strikes a structure,
Furthermore, confusion between lightning rods and surge protectors is still very common, even among building and industrial professionals. However, the international standard IEC 62305:2024 (Protection against lightning) clearly distinguishes between these two devices, which have different roles, locations, and purposes.
Imagine a violent thunderstorm raging above your house. Lightning streaks across the sky, and you wonder if those gadgets sold online, promising to repel or dissipate lightning, can truly protect your roof and your family. The rods are high: a single strike can cause
Introduction Lightning is one of the most powerful and destructive natural phenomena on our planet. Every second, approximately 100 lightning strikes the Earth's surface, generating considerable economic, human, and material impacts. Therefore, understanding the risks associated with lightning has become essential for protection
Managing lightning protection systems has long been a challenge for critical infrastructure managers. Between manual inspections, preventative maintenance, and regulatory compliance, the costs and time invested can quickly become substantial. LPS Manager radically transforms this approach by offering a platform
We often hear that lightning never strikes the same place twice. This expression has entered common parlance, but from a scientific point of view, it is completely false. Why does lightning strike the same place multiple times? Lightning always seeks the path..
Introduction Early streamer emitters (ESEs) differ from franklin simple rod in one essential parameter: the early streamer emission time (ΔT), that is, the time they gain in emitting an upward leader. The higher the ΔT, the greater the theoretical protection radius. Some
Introduction Early streamer emission (ESE) lightning rods are based on a key principle: triggering the upward leader more quickly than franklin simple rod . This time saving is called early streamer emission lead (ΔT). But to avoid commercial excesses and guarantee the safety of installations, the standard
Amazing lightning: ball lightning, sheet lightning, sprites and blue jets. Discover the extraordinary forms of electrical discharge.
As the safety of infrastructure against storms becomes a priority, lightning protection management demands rigor and innovation. Complying with standards, ensuring the safety of people and property, and meeting regulatory requirements: these challenges require reliable and effective tools. LPS Manager is a prime example
A violent storm in Rome damages the Arch of Constantine. Indeed, during a violent storm in Rome, the Arch of Constantine, a historical monument dating from 315 AD, was struck by lightning, causing fragments of stone to fall. Although the damage was deemed minor, this
Clear-sky lightning, or "clear-sky lightning," is a fascinating and unusual meteorological phenomenon. Unlike traditional lightning that accompanies thunderstorms, this type of lightning occurs without any visible clouds nearby. How can we explain this mysterious manifestation of nature? https://youtu.be/Hs41H0WWXt4?feature=shared Origin and Explanation of Lightning
