What happens if lightning strikes a runway or taxiway?

Direct lightning strike hit to runway or taxiway may cause massive blackout and equipment damage even for hundreds of light fixtures and transformers. EFLA Sheriff surge protection device (SPD) to secondary circuit protects airfield ground lighting equipments and system from damages upon lightning strike.

Does Harger provide lightning protection for commercial buildings?

Harger has long been one of the leading providers of structural lightning protection for commercial buildings. In fact, some of the world's tallest structures such as the Willis (Sears) Tower, 875 N. Michigan Ave. (John Hancock) and the Aon Center (Amoco Oil) in Chicago are protected with Harger systems.

Does a building need a lightning protection system?

However, since these types of buildings are more extensive and complex than residential, so too will be the lightning protection system. In addition, once the height of the building exceeds 75' above grade, the required cables and components become significantly larger and heavier.

What happens if lightning strikes a airport?

Depending on the region, a mid-size airport can be hit by up to 2000 lightning strikes per year on the aircraft maneuvering and movement areas. Direct lightning strike hit to runway or taxiway may cause massive blackout and equipment damage even for hundreds of light fixtures and transformers.