Lightning Protection Study
A lightning protection study assesses a building’s vulnerability to lightning strikes and ensures compliance with safety standards like IEC 62305 and OISD-GDN-180.
Purpose
- Determines if a building is protected from lightning.
- Ensures that lightning currents safely flow to the ground.
- Prevents structural damage and safety hazards.
Key Components
- Air Terminals (Lightning Rods) – Installed at high points to attract lightning.
- Conductors – Metal cables that direct lightning energy to the ground.
- Grounding System – Safely disperses lightning currents into the earth.
- Surge Protection Devices (SPDs) – Protect electrical systems from voltage surges.
- Equipotential Bonding – Reduces voltage differences caused by lightning strikes.