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Protecting a historic building against lightning: IEC 62305 analysis, surge control and post-impact monitoring to preserve use.
Protecting a historic building against lightning: IEC 62305 analysis, surge control and post-impact monitoring to preserve use.
In York County, Pennsylvania, a lightning strike ignited the attic of a house. Analysis of the causes and lightning protection solutions for buildings.
A scientific study explains why the lack of protection for buildings amplifies the consequences of lightning in sub-Saharan Africa, and what solutions exist.
The lightning-caused fires in Oregon serve as a reminder of how to protect water, telecom, and other critical infrastructure networks.
On July 27, 2026, a tree trimmer was struck by lightning and killed on a worksite in Whitewater, Wisconsin. This accident, supported by global, American, and French statistics, serves as a stark reminder of why every outdoor worksite requires a clear lightning protocol and appropriate detection tools.
El Niño is redistributing thunderstorm-prone conditions globally. Discover what this means for risk analysis, monitoring, and lightning protection.
El Niño is a phase of the ENSO climate system that alters Pacific Ocean temperatures, winds, and the location of tropical convection. Understanding its mechanism helps interpret regional variations in thunderstorm activity, but it does not imply a uniform risk everywhere. The NOAA bulletin of July 9, 2026, confirms a strengthening El Niño. For infrastructure operators, the best response remains sustainable: analyze lightning risk, protect installations according to IEC 62305, and monitor the actual activity observed at each site.
ESE, meshed cage or simple rod: 2026 comparison of lightning rod types, their reference standards and criteria for choosing the right solution for your building.
Everything you need to know about the EMF (Early Streamer Emission) lightning rod: operation, selection criteria, installation compliant with NF C 17-102:2011 and maintenance. Complete guide by LPS France.
The LexisNexis 2026 report reveals a 76.8% increase in the cost of lightning damage in the United States by 2025. Analysis and lightning protection solutions compliant with IEC 62305.
The fires in Gironde are disrupting LPS France's operations. We are doing everything we can to continue serving our clients and stand in solidarity with those affected.
A comprehensive comparative guide to choosing the right surge protector (SPD) for your installation: Type 1 for direct lightning protection, Type 2 for induced surges, and Type 3 for fine protection of sensitive equipment. Selection criteria according to IEC 62305-4.
In 2025, insurers paid out $1.65 billion for lightning claims—a 59% increase in just one year. Here's what the figures reveal and how to protect your property with a lightning rod certified to NF C 17-102.
The Earth receives 40 to 50 lightning strikes per second. But how does lightning form? Discover the complete physics of lightning: charge separation, stepped leader, return strike — and its implications for IEC 62305 lightning protection.
On the night of June 27-28, 2026, lightning struck and caused a house fire in Laon (Aisne). This event illustrates the real risk to any unprotected building. Discover how a fire alarm compliant with NF C 17-102 can protect your home.
Everything you need to know to equip your home with a complete lightning protection kit: difference between simple point and ESE, required components (NF C 17-102 / IEC 62305), installation and maintenance.
Discover how to protect your building during the summer 2026 storm season: audit of your lightning protection, Strike Radar for impact monitoring and Sky Sentinel for real-time alerts.
Discover how to protect your building during the summer 2026 storm season: audit of your lightning protection, Strike Radar for impact monitoring and Sky Sentinel for real-time alerts.
IEC 62305 is the international standard for lightning protection. Discover its 4-part structure, LPL protection levels, risk analysis, and compliant solutions.
Discover Strike Radar, the LPS France cloud service for monitoring and recording lightning strikes in real time. Certified lightning strike certificates, keraunic reports, and Ng data compliant with IEC 62305-2:2024. Available upon request.
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 performed one of the most famous experiments in the history of science: he flew a kite in a thunderstorm, a metal key attached to the string, and
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.
Lightning protection conductor connections: mechanical techniques and exothermic welding. The quality of a lightning protection system depends on the reliability of its interconnections. Indeed, a faulty lightning protection conductor connection compromises the building's safety and increases the risk of electrical arcs. Specifically, at LPS France, we provide support..
Lightning rod inspection and maintenance: NF C 17-102 technician's guide 📋 Lightning rod inspection and maintenance go far beyond simple administrative formalities. For the specialized technician, mastering the protocols of the NF C 17-102 standard guarantees the integrity of the installations and the safety of people.
⚡ Compt@ir Lightning Impact Counter: Positive and Negative Impact Detection, Made in France. Lightning poses a constant threat to critical infrastructure and industrial buildings. Monitoring your Lightning Protection System (LPS) is therefore essential to ensure the safety of your installations. Specifically,
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 location in exposed areas, are prime targets for lightning strikes. A single discharge can deliver a current exceeding 200 kA, causing structural damage
