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One of the best occasions where you can find people settling down together like sports concerts fairs and corporate gatherings and here come the outdoor events as a big call. Unfortunately, weather can be unpredictable and we often face the challenges of lightning risks to safety and continuity of the event. Event organizers and participants will have peace of mind with Early Streamer Emission (ESE) Lightning Protection Systems which are modern and effective.
Understanding the Lightning Risk at Outdoor Events
Outdoor events, especially those that take place in the open, are very susceptible to lightning strikes. Some key risks include:
Risk to Humans:
People in open areas are at an exposed risk of being hit by a lightning strike.
Damage to Equipment:
Costly electrical and electronic equipment, including lighting rigs and sound systems, may face significant damage.
Cancelations and Delays:
Lightning-related incidents can disrupt or cancel events, leading to significant financial and reputational setbacks.
What is an ESE Lightning Protection System?
An advanced method of intercepting lightning is an Early Streamer Emission (ESE) Lightning Protection System. While traditional lightning rods passively await a lightning strike, ESE terminals actively emit an upward streamer to capture a lightning event. This helps safely direct lightning into the ground before it reaches people or buildings.
How ESE Lightning Protection Allows Outdoor Events to Be Enjoyable and Safe
1. Larger Protection Radius: ESE systems offer a larger coverage area when compared to traditional lightning rods. One ESE terminal provides protection over considerable areas, minimising the number of installations needed.
2. Proactive Safety: During an outdoor event where exposure to a thunderstorm can pose other risks to attendees along with damage to equipment, they reduce the risk by responding much faster to lightning strike by sending alerts in real-time.
3. Flexibility for Temporary and Permanent Setups: ESE terminals also can be mounted on temporary structures such as stages and tents, or on permanent structures established at an outdoor facility.
4. Cost-Effective Solution: Since ESE terminals protect large outdoor areas, fewer terminals need to be installed keeping event organizer costs down.
5. Reliability in Harsh Weather: ESE systems are built to withstand harsh weather elements, ensuring uninterrupted protection.
Applications of ESE Systems in Outdoor Events
Sports Events: Safeguard stadiums, racetracks, and fields.
Music concerts: Safety on large stages covered and nearby areas.
Community Fairs and Markets: Provide vendors and attendees with dependable protection in open locations.
Corporate Events: Provide outdoor business events and expositions with protection.
Why Choose ESE Systems Over Conventional Lightning Rods?
Improved Coverage: The coverage of a single ESE terminal is up to 100 meters or beyond which means fewer installations.
Early Lightning Protection: Speeds up upward streamers emissions, provides interception of lightning strokes sooner.
Stylish and Flexible: Fit for simple or semi-permanent event installation.
Ashlok’s ESE Lightning Protection Solutions for Outdoor Events
Ashlok’s Thor SLPR ESE Terminals provide cutting-edge lightning protection with superior coverage and efficiency. Certified to meet IEC 62305 standards, these terminals are trusted for their reliability and durability in diverse outdoor environments. Whether it’s a large sports event or a community gathering, Ashlok ensures that your event is protected from the risks of lightning.
Keep Your Events Lightning-Safe with Ashlok
The best outdoor events are those that you remember for the right reasons, rather than for lightning-related incidents. ESE Lightning Protection Systems provide a corrective and new-age solution against the lightning hazards. Protects the organizers, attendees, equipment, and loss of event atmosphere due to lightning. Thanks to the superior ESE technology provided by Ashlok, you can host any outdoor event, all the while maintaining the highest level of safety and efficiency.
Reach us now to know more about Ashlok ESE Lightning Protection Systems and make your outdoors lightning-safe.