Electric arcs

Introducing Radar ION, a Guide to Joining the Bitcoin Lightning Network

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Friday, March 1, 2019
Cryptocurrencies, Electromagnetism, Physical sciences, Physics, Avionics, Electric arcs, Lightning Network, Ion Television, Lightning, Ion, Radar, Bitcoin

DENVER, March 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Radar today introduced ION, a Lightning Network onboarding experience to provide new users with an interactive guide for experimenting with Bitcoin Lightning Network technology.

Key Points: 
  • DENVER, March 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Radar today introduced ION, a Lightning Network onboarding experience to provide new users with an interactive guide for experimenting with Bitcoin Lightning Network technology.
  • Radar ION is an onramp to the Lightning Network.
  • The Lightning Network is under active development, and navigating the technology in its current state can be difficult.
  • Comprised of the ION homepage, ION News, and ION Wiki, Radar ION provides a comprehensive set of resources for users to join the Lightning Network.

Workshop Will Review Lightning Protection, Resilient Construction & Blueprints for Collaboration to Help Designers "Build and Protect"

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Tuesday, February 26, 2019
Electromagnetism, Lightning, Electricity, Physical sciences, Electric arcs, Electrical safety, Lightning strike, Lightning rod

The workshop is part of the Lightning Protection Institute's (LPI) recent initiative to provide A&E's with educational resources related to lightning protection system design, specification and quality assurance.

Key Points: 
  • The workshop is part of the Lightning Protection Institute's (LPI) recent initiative to provide A&E's with educational resources related to lightning protection system design, specification and quality assurance.
  • "Our Build & Protect workshop will provide invaluable resources to equip architects and designers with relevant content on how to protect their structures from the lightning hazardeven before they are built."
  • The Lightning Protection Institute (LPI) is a not-for-profit, nationwide group founded in 1955 to promote lightning safety, awareness and education and is a leading resource for lightning protection information and system requirements.
  • The Lightning Safety Alliance (LSA) is a non-profit, national league of lightning protection professionals and consumers dedicated to the promotion of lightning protection and lightning safety.

Transtector Releases Full Line of Industrial Surge Protection Solutions for International Applications

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Wednesday, January 23, 2019
Electromagnetism, Electricity, Physical sciences, Electric arcs, Electrical safety, Lightning, Lightning rod, Roofs, Safety equipment, Surge protector

Versatility, reliability and international compatibility are the keys to the I2R T-series line .

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  • Versatility, reliability and international compatibility are the keys to the I2R T-series line .
  • Transtector offers configurations for Class I induced lightning protection ranging from 120 Vac to 690 Vac, along with Class I+II protection (induced and conducted lightning) in an array of 230 Vac options.
  • "Industrial network applications are continuing to grow and diversify worldwide, and the mission-critical nature of these networks demands reliable surge protection," said Dan Rebeck, Product Line Manager for Transtector.
  • Transtector provides valuable end-to-end power and signal integrity solutions for markets that include telecommunications, medical imaging, transportation, energy, security and the military.

Lightning Newsmakers of 2018: Striking stories impacting the environment, science, and industry

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Monday, December 31, 2018
Electromagnetism, Lightning, Electricity, Electric arcs, Physics, Electrical safety, Lightning rod, Roofs, Safety equipment, Lightning strike, GLM, GOES-17

Here's the Lightning Protection Institute's (LPI) look back at a few striking reports about lightning and lightning protection as shared by scientific, economic and industry experts in 2018:

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  • Here's the Lightning Protection Institute's (LPI) look back at a few striking reports about lightning and lightning protection as shared by scientific, economic and industry experts in 2018:
    Last May, the NOAA GOES-17 satellite transmitted its first Geostationary Lightning Mapper (GLM).
  • While working to spread awareness about lightning safety and increase education about lightning protection, LPI uncovered several new statistics about lightning and its very real fire risk.
  • Research released by the global lightning protection system market cites pronounced growth expected for the industry in upcoming years.
  • The Lightning Protection Institute is a not-for-profit nationwide group founded in 1955 to promote lightning safety, awareness and education and is a leading resource for lightning protection information and system requirements.

Skuid Releases "Lightning Migration Kit" for Enterprises to Enhance CRM Experience

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Monday, November 5, 2018
Software, Electromagnetism, Computing, Electric arcs, salesforce.com, Lightning, Migration

"Skuid and Lightning are seamless," said Nadia Alia, Director of Operations, The Tow Foundation.

Key Points: 
  • "Skuid and Lightning are seamless," said Nadia Alia, Director of Operations, The Tow Foundation.
  • The "Lightning Migration Kit" is a comprehensive resource informing companies on how to get started with using Skuid and Lightning together.
  • The kit includes:
    Customer case studies demonstrating how Skuid customers have accelerated their - Salesforce Lightning migration and positioned their organization for growth with Skuid.
  • A brochure explaining the benefits of partnering with the Skuid Lightning Migration Services team to quickly migrate existing applications to Lightning.

Worldwide Facilities and Petro Guardian Team Up to Offer Exclusive Bundled Product to Address Lightning Risk in Oil & Gas

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Thursday, September 27, 2018
Electromagnetism, Lightning, Physics, Electric arcs, Insurance, Insurance industry, Lightning strike

Enlightning is a bundled product that offers a state-of-the-art lightning and static protection system through Petro Guardian, along with a physical damage insurance programoffered through Worldwide Facilities.

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  • Enlightning is a bundled product that offers a state-of-the-art lightning and static protection system through Petro Guardian, along with a physical damage insurance programoffered through Worldwide Facilities.
  • It's designed to encourage insureds to invest in protection against lightning and static ignitionsomething not all oil and gas facilities take the steps to do.
  • "We immediately recognized Petro Guardian's capability to address our current market dilemma surrounding lightning strikes at upstream energy facilities."
  • Worldwide Facilities is a national wholesale insurance broker and managing general agent that has been in business since 1970.

Lightning Packs Introduces HoverGlide - The World's First "Floating" Backpack

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Wednesday, September 19, 2018
Electromagnetism, Hiking equipment, Bags, Camping equipment, Luggage, Physics, Electric arcs, Backpack, Lightning, Nature

STRAFFORD, Pa., Sept. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Lightning Packs today introduced HoverGlide, the world's first "floating" backpack.

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  • STRAFFORD, Pa., Sept. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Lightning Packs today introduced HoverGlide, the world's first "floating" backpack.
  • The campaign features limited Super Early Bird Specials at $349 as well as several other rewards for backers to choose from.
  • "HoverGlide is the result of years and years of development and testing, and the result is a fundamentally different way for people to carry loads," said Dr. Lawrence Rome, founder, Lightning Packs.
  • Lightning Packs, LLC was founded by Dr. Lawrence Rome, a muscle physiology expert and professor at the University of Pennsylvania.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Spark-Plug Gap-Setting Tool (NWO-205)

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Tuesday, July 17, 2018
Electric arcs, Pipeline transport, Piping, Reducer, Spark plug, Electric spark, Physics

PITTSBURGH, July 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- "I came up with the idea for this convenient tool to help with my work as a mechanic," said an inventor from Covington, La.

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  • PITTSBURGH, July 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- "I came up with the idea for this convenient tool to help with my work as a mechanic," said an inventor from Covington, La.
  • He created a prototype for the SPG REDUCER to offer a quick and easy way to reduce the gap of a spark plug.
  • The tool allows the size of the required gap to be set precisely.
  • 17-NWO-205, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext.

Protecting "People, Property and Places" is LPI's Focus of this Year's National Lightning Safety Awareness Week, June 24-30

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Thursday, June 21, 2018
Electromagnetism, Lightning, Meteorology, Electric arcs, Lightning strike, Storm, National Weather Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Recognizing lightning's underrated dangers, the National Weather Service (NWS) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), launched the National Lightning Safety Awareness Week campaign in 2001.

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  • Recognizing lightning's underrated dangers, the National Weather Service (NWS) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), launched the National Lightning Safety Awareness Week campaign in 2001.
  • Unfortunately, property and structural losses due to lightning continue to rise with reports of lightning fires occurring daily in states across the U.S.
    "National Lightning Safety Awareness Week is a good time to learn more about the dangers of lightning.
  • In support of this year'sLightning Safety Awareness Week, June 24-30, LPI is stressing the importance of protecting people, property and places.
  • Together, with partners at the National Lightning Safety Council (NLSC), LPI is promoting awareness and sharing safety information throughout the week on seven important topics:

When thunder roars, GO INDOORS!

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Wednesday, June 6, 2018
Electromagnetism, Noise pollution, Electric arcs, Atmospheric electricity, Storm, Weather hazards, Lightning, NOiSE, Occupational noise, Environment and Climate Change Canada

Every year, lightning can cause as many as 10deaths and 164injuries, in Canada.

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  • Every year, lightning can cause as many as 10deaths and 164injuries, in Canada.
  • Environment and Climate Change Canada has information to help Canadians reduce their exposure to the risk of lightning.
  • Keep in mind that the sound of thunder can be blocked by mountainous terrain and large buildings or masked by environmental noise, such as airplanes, traffic, and lawnmowers.
  • Lastly, remember to wait for a full 30minutes after the last roll of thunder before going back outside.