Possible New Wind Turbine Lightning Protection Available- Details:
EMP Solutions, Inc. unveils newest lightning prevention solution for the growing Wind Turbine Industry.
Date : 09/24/2015 @ 2:16PM
Source : InvestorsHub News
EMP Solutions, Inc. unveils newest lightning prevention solution for the growing Wind Turbine Industry.
EMP Solutions, Inc. unveils newest lightning prevention solution for the growing Wind Turbine Industry.
ATLANTA, GA -- September 24, 2015 -- InvestorsHub NewsWire -- EMP Solutions, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: EMPS) has unveiled a lightning prevention solution for the Wind Turbine Industry that protects all the components of a wind turbine from direct and indirect lightning strikes.
The solution, which incorporates between One and Three HALO units per turbine, protects the Base, Tower, Nacelle and Blades. Blade damage is, by far, the most expensive and disruptive damage caused by lightning but damage to the control system is far more common, according to the National Fire Protection Association handbook. While strikes directly to the blades can result in the immediate explosion of expanding gas within the blade, much of the damage goes undetected and can result in a shortened service life. Other common damage caused by lightning strikes includes damage to the control system, switchgear elements, generators and batteries. According to one study, lightning strikes account for 80% of all insurance claims on wind turbines.
SUMMARY OF PROTECTION
The HALO PDCE Lightning Suppression system takes into account geographical area, tower height, blade dimensions and other critical factors to mitigate damage by deionizing the electrical field created by the natural environment as well as the turbine itself. As an alternative to traditional lightning protection, the HALO PDCE System offers a long-term solution to the Wind Power Industry that has both a warranty and a no strike guarantee, protecting owners, operators, workers and insurance companies from losses.
MARKET SIZE
According to the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) there are over 1,000 utility-scale wind projects in the United States totaling more than 49,000 Wind Turbines.
EMP Solutions, Inc. is excited to introduce this technology to the Wind Industry and hopes it assists in their ability to grow, increase output, safety and reliability and while reducing costs associated with lightning damage.
For more information about the HALO PDCE Lightning Suppressor and how it can protect wind turbine installations please contact www.empsolutionsinc.com or contact Jay Kothari, CEO at jay@empsolutionsinc.com
