STRIKE Newsletter Archive

Proper protection of PV systems from the damaging effects of lightning is essential to maximize their life expectancy and receive the expected return on the initial investment. 

In the news: “Multi-outlet power surge suppressors cause two families on Bainbridge Island, Wa to lose their homes to fires.” “The U.S. Embassy in Grenada reports a 150k loss to fire caused by an overheated surge protector.” “A melted surge protector causes the fire destruction of a mobile office structure in Hanford, Ca.” - Clearly, these surge protectors failed. Or did they?

Over the past 50 years, the Protection Technology Group has become an industry leader in the research, design and development of surge protection technologies. Our engineers are active members of various regulatory agencies including IEC, IEEE, UL and NEC. Take advantage of their expertise, which they share in our extensive library of White Papers found in our knowledge base! 

Whether based on analog CCTV or digital IP, your security system is only effective if it works. Among the biggest threats to a smooth, error-free operation are lightning strikes and electrical surges, causing malfunction and destruction.

Advancements in technological sophistication and an increase in sensitivity to any type of electrical anomaly go hand in hand. With our growing dependence on these sensitive pieces of electrical equipment in every walk of life, we now more than ever understand that they need to be protected.