

ELECTRICAL PROTECTION + SAFETY
P
lanning complex objects and structures by means of 3D pro-
gramming allows for the much more efficient designing of the
earthing and lightning protection systems while taking into
consideration all parts of the structure.
This way, the earthing and lightning protection systems can be
installedmore effectively than if the 2D AutoCADmethod is used. Due
to the increasing requirements regarding a building's architecture,
3D planning of the earthing and lightning protection system is an
excellent solution for visually representing the protection measures.
The 3D designs give customers a good idea of how the earthing
and lightning protection measures will be integrated into the build-
ing's architecture. The biggest advantage of using the 3D design
process is the clear visualisation of the protected volume of the air
termination system.
3D Modelling
for Lightning
Protection Designs
Trevor Manas, Lightning Protection Concepts
Efficient earthing and lightning protection systems take all parts of the structure into consideration.
Industrial buildings
Office buildings
Thatch buildings
Solar plants
Electricity+Control
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