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.
Science has established a link between global warming and an increase in lightning strikes. Studies show a 12% increase in strikes per degree Celsius. What are the implications for lightning protection?
The General Periodic Verification (VGP) of lightning rods is mandatory for public access buildings (ERP), classified installations for environmental protection (ICPE), high-rise buildings (IGH), and ATEX sites. Discover the applicable intervals and how to manage compliance over time.
This summer, LPS France technology is more than ever at the service of your lightning protection. Two complementary tools — Strike Radar and Sky Sentinel
How to conduct a lightning risk assessment compliant with IEC 62305-2? Complete methodology, key steps and tools to effectively protect your sites.
Managing a fleet of lightning rods often involves a complex trade-off between costly, sometimes unnecessary, annual inspections, and…
In general, a grounding system, often simply called a "grounding connection," is much more than just a technical connection. It's the cornerstone of any safe electrical installation. In practical terms, it involves creating a direct and intentional path between your installation and the ground, a pathway of
Discover the lightning protection compliance steps to design, install and verify a compliant and secure system, step by step to final validation.
Lightning rods: definition, operation, types, French standards 2026, obligations and risks. Everything you need to know to protect your industrial sites against lightning.
Protecting a structure against lightning strikes is a crucial technical decision, involving a choice between technologies with…
Each lightning bolt that streaks across the sky releases phenomenal energy, capable of obliterating anything it touches. Faced with this raw force of nature, the lightning rod should be seen not as a shield that repels the onslaught, but rather as an agile and strategic guide. Moreover, its true role,
## Early Streamer Emission (ESE) Lightning Rod: The Complete Guide
### What is an Early Streamer Emission (ESE) Lightning Rod?
Lightning rods…
Estimating the cost of a lightning protection system isn't simply a matter of asking, "How much does a lightning rod cost?" In reality, this investment often represents barely 1% to 2% of the total cost of a new building. This is a relatively modest sum considering the consequences
Furthermore, an effective inspection of a lightning protection system is not just a technical check-up. It is a methodical approach that ensures the safety of people and property. The process includes meticulous preparation, strict visual inspections, and precise electrical measurements to guarantee that the installation is
Furthermore, the components of a lightning protection system, also known as a lightning protection system (LPS), form a coordinated defense against both direct and indirect lightning strikes. Think of it as a coherent system that includes lightning rods, down conductors, grounding, and surge arresters. Each element is crucial
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.
