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Sky Sentinel — Real-time lightning detection: anticipate, protect, act
Sky Sentinel monitors, alerts, and protects your teams—anywhere in the world, without any sensors to install. Newsletter May 2026 LPS France.
Sky Sentinel monitors, alerts, and protects your teams—anywhere in the world, without any sensors to install. Newsletter May 2026 LPS France.
Strike Radar is LPS France 's cloud service for global lightning monitoring. It provides historical strike data, real-time NSG data, and certified lightning strike certificates—all without requiring any on-site hardware installation.
The Periodic General Verification (PGV) of a lightning protection installation is an international regulatory requirement according to IEC 62305-3. Find out who is affected, what is verified, the required frequencies, and how LPS Manager ensures complete monitoring and traceability.
Discover how to effectively protect your photovoltaic installation against lightning: ESE lightning rod, DC/AC surge arresters, Equipotential Spark Gap — complete guide IEC 62305.
Discover how the Contact@ir (868 MHz) system allows you to remotely monitor your lightning rods, reduce unnecessary interventions and maintain compliance with IEC 62305 / NF C 17-102.
Discover the mandatory maintenance frequencies for your lightning protection systems and a complete checklist of control points according to the NF EN 62305 standards and the decree of January 15, 2008.
Understanding the difference between type 1 and type 2 surge arresters according to IEC 61643-11 and NF C 15-100 standards: technical characteristics, installation locations, regulatory obligations and selection guide.
Lightning is a dreaded source of ignition in ATEX zones. Discover the combined requirements of the ATEX directive and the IEC 62305 standard to protect your installations in potentially explosive atmospheres.
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 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
Indeed, last week, tragedy struck a sporting community in northern France when a man was fatally struck by lightning during a football training session. The incident occurred while the team was training under threatening skies, leaving several teammates injured, including one in
Indeed, the Contact@ir MD system offers a robust and technologically advanced solution for monitoring and managing lightning protection systems. Contact@ir MD is designed for easy integration with products in the Contact@ir Ready range, such as Paraton@ir. Furthermore, Compt@ir,
In reality, harnessing the energy of lightning, while theoretically appealing due to the immense amount of energy it could provide, faces major obstacles in practice. Here's a deeper exploration of the challenges and potential advancements in this field
Indeed, the NFC 17-102:2011 standard and the IEC 62305 standard represent two different approaches to lightning protection. Furthermore, each has its own specifications and recommendations. Here is a summary of the main differences between these two standards: NFC 17-102:2011 Scope: From
Indeed, assessing lightning risks is crucial to ensuring the safety of sites and infrastructure. It should be noted that lightning can cause significant damage, fires, and even endanger lives. However, with the right tools and protocols in place, it
Indeed, lightning is an impressive but potentially dangerous natural phenomenon. In addition to the risks to people, property such as buildings is also at risk. Trees and electrical installations can suffer considerable damage if struck by lightning. Furthermore, a fire started by lightning is
Lightning rod: definition. A lightning rod is a device designed to protect buildings and structures from direct lightning strikes. It is generally installed outdoors at the highest point of a house, building, factory, or pylon. It acts by
Indeed, protecting your home from lightning is essential, especially if you live in an area prone to thunderstorms. Here are the key steps for effective protection: Installing a lightning rod: This is the most direct way to protect your home. A lightning rod
Indeed, the Catatumbo Lightning, a unique natural phenomenon, has captivated observers for centuries. Located in the Lake Maracaibo region of Venezuela, this spectacular atmospheric event is distinguished by its intensity and regularity, creating an unparalleled natural spectacle. An Unpredictable Celestial Ballet
Brittany was hit by a particularly significant weather event this weekend. Lightning struck Brest airport, forcing the cancellation of all flights on Sunday, and air traffic will continue to be disrupted today, Monday, October 30th. This is because meteorological information can no longer be transmitted to
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Definition: An outdoor lightning protection system is designed to protect structures, equipment, and people from the direct and indirect effects of lightning. https://youtu.be/o3UqwXjwNx4?si=8C4fZtPU8db7zSO8 Contact Us Components: Here are the main components of this type of installation: Lightning rod
