The Effect of Tank Venting on Lightning and Static Ignitions at Production and Disposal Sites
Lightning and static triggered fires at production and disposal sites have become a major problem in the industry, causing damage to or loss of sites, lost product, lost production, cleanup and other problems. In many cases, losses are driving insurance premiums and deductibles out of sight. It seems like the problem is getting worse, although […]
3 Amazing Cases of Lightning Strike Survivors
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Stories from lightning strike survivors. Lightning is an extremely powerful and dangerous force of nature. Lightning bolts are created when electrical imbalances build up between the clouds and the ground between two sets of clouds. The world experiences about 40 to 50 lightning strikes every second, with each year registering well over one billion […]
What is Ground to Cloud Lightning?
Ground to Cloud Lightning; The Basics Lightning, the mere word conjures up images of spectacular fireworks, Mother Nature puts on for “free”, accompanied by scary cannon fire sounds. Lightning is the go-to word to describe anything scary, fascinating, or magical, depending on the context. However, not many people know that there are different kinds of […]
Even small site changes can lead to significant lightning destruction
If you buy a truck and disconnect the brake lines, the truck will crash. If you lightning-protect your site with Lightning Master, then disconnect or move the wires—well, you get the picture. All too often, say the experts at Lightning Master, this is what can happen on an Oil Patch site loaded with flammable substances. […]
