Lightning Protection Institute
During the first week of March, the United Lightning Protection Association (ULPA) and the Lightning Protection Institute (LPI) hosted its 86th annual conference in Singer Island, FL. Lightning protection professionals from various states across the country came together for …
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The Lightning Protection Institute is working to shine the spotlight on the lightning peril and expand its "building lightning safe communities" initiative through outreach efforts with mitigation-minded partners; including architects, engineers and risk-management …
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Historic structures possess unique characteristics that typically require elevated levels of scrutiny for insurance, safety, building maintenance and risk management. These thorough levels of examination can delve even deeper depending upon whether the structure is a “certified …
The 86th annual industry conference, scheduled for February 27 - March 2, 2018, will feature educational sessions, professional development, networking opportunities, golfing, social events and much more! LPI members, Pat Dillon and Kim Stauder of Bonded Lightning Protection in …
ARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 19, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- With the Atlantic Hurricane Season in full swing through November, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) and the Lightning Protection Institute (LPI) are working to spread awareness of a less recognized, …
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How do we begin to share a post about lightning in the midst of an epic weather event like Hurricane Harvey? As images of Harvey's devastation are even difficult to view, we can't begin to imagine how painful the reality of the hardship is for so many to bear. Dear people of …
When considering lightning protection, architects, engineers, safety professionals and building owners typically rely on the NFPA Risk Assessment methodology to determine the risk of damage due to lightning. The risk assessment guide is found in the “Annex L” section of the NFPA …
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May is National Electrical Safety Month and each year, LPI supports the Electrical Safety Foundation International’s campaign to raise awareness. While supporting the campaign, LPI also takes the opportunity to remind the public of the dangers of a frequently overlooked and often …
Wondering if your LPS design or installation meets industry guidelines and requirements? Not sure if your project specifications comply with nationally-recognized safety Standards? A third-party quality control inspection is your key to quality assurance. While experts agree …
Read Article about Is Your Lightning Protection System Missing a Key Component? (Hint: Inspection!)
