Hitec International (GH) Ltd understands the complex nature of lightning protection and provides complete Lightning Protection and Earthing Systems to industries and commercial clients throughout Ghana and West Africa on all tall and lightning prone structures including:

• Chimneys
• Church Spires
• Offices
• Factories
• Lighting Towers
• Radio Masts and Towers
• Bridges & Viaducts

Our dedicated lightning conductor engineers, designers and onsite staff have the specialist training and experience it takes to complete a job to the highest standards. All our lightning protection systems Complies with B.S.6651 1999 & B.S.

Our Lightning Protection & Earthing Services include:

• Design, Manufacture and Installation
• Testing and Commissioning
• Special Earthing
• Earth Drilling

What happens when a building is struck by lightning?

A lightning strike to an unprotected building can be catastrophic. Packing over 30 million volts of electricity and a force comparable to that of a small nuclear reactor, lightning has the power to rip through roofs, explode walls of brick and concrete and ignite deadly fires. In addition to structural damage, lightning surges throughout power lines causing wire damage and destruction of valuable electronic equipment including computers, televisions, stereos, security systems, etc.

How does a certified lightning protection system work?

A lightning protection system provides a designated path for the lightning current to travel. The system neither attracts nor repels a lightning strike, but simply intercepts and guides the current harmlessly to ground

A lightning protection system is made up of several components:

Air Terminals: (lightning rods): Inconspicuous slender rods installed on the roof at regular intervals as defined by industry standards.

Conductors: Aluminium or copper cables that interconnect the air terminals and the other system components.

Ground Terminations: Metal rods driven into the earth to guide the lightning current harmlessly to ground.

Surge Arrestors and Suppressors: Devices that are installed in conjunction with a lightning protection system to protect electrical wiring and electronic systems and equipment.

Please contact us for more information on any of our steeplejack or Chimney services