Category: Earthing & Grounding

Earthing Design

How to select an Earthing Design?

Always complete your Earthing Design before installing an Earthing System to ensure that the system works safely. An earthing system is a critical component of any electrical system and provides a safe and reliable path for electrical current to flow to the ground. This protects against electrical hazards, such as …

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Copper Rod in Maintenance Free Earthing

What is Maintenance Free Earthing?

Earthing, also known as grounding, is the practice of transferring electrical charges to the ground through low-resistance cables or rods to quickly discharge any stored energy. There are two main types of earthing: maintenance-free earthing and conventional system earthing. In this article, we will focus on maintenance-free earthing, which is …

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Structural Earthing

Structural Earthing or Conventional Earthing? Know the difference!

In the world of electrical safety, earthing or grounding is a critical safety measure that protects both people and equipment. In this blog, you will understand the concept of “Structural Earthing,” a standard construction practice that offers numerous benefits. We’ll also compare it with “Conventional Earthing” another essential method in …

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Strip Earthing

What is Strip Earthing? Explanation & Installation Procedure

Earthing is defined as “the method of sending charges directly to the ground through low resistance wire to cause an immediate discharge of electrical energy.” The least resistant channel for fault current leaking is chosen, which calls for a low-resistance earthing cable. Leakage of current from electric appliances is the …

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Grounding Rod Installation

Ground Rod Installation – Step by Step Procedure Explained

What are Ground Rods? Ground rods are a crucial component of the earthing system. They are highly conducting metallic rods that are buried deep into the soil and play a significant role in protecting the electrical system from over-current and related damages. Ground rods are typically made of solid copper, …

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Earthing for transformer

Why is Earthing For Transformers So Important?

Distribution Transformers are an important component of the power distribution network. They play a major role in providing an uninterrupted power supply to consumers. They are one of the most reliable components of the power grid, yet there can be situations where they fail. Electrical damages are one of the …

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NFPA 780

NFPA 780 – A Brief Study On The Lightning Protection Standard

The latest 2023 edition of NFPA 780 covers traditional lightning protection techniques for a wide range of structures such as ordinary buildings, structures of wind turbines, watercraft, and those with flammable and explosive materials. The purpose of the standard is to safeguard persons and property from hazards arising from exposure …

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Earthing compound

Role of Earthing Compound in Soil Enhancement

The earth resistance value is a major concern when dealing with earthing of any structure. Earth resistance measurements and the use of earthing compounds helps to identify and achieve a recommended earth resistance for a structure. We know that soil resistivity is the prime factor contributing to the earth resistance …

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Electroplating

The Electroplating Process for Earth Rods

The process of electroplating is to coat a thin layer of metal on another metal to improve its physical and chemical properties. This is usually done by applying a direct electric current which helps to create a strong chemical bond between the two metals.   Electroplating is generally done for two …

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Electrical Safety Auditing

Electrical Safety Auditing – Methodology & Scope

  We often hear about electrical accidents in commercial buildings, industries, and other facilities that cause huge losses like equipment, infrastructure and even human lives. These accidents often result from faulty or unsafe electrical practices or unnoticed worn-out electrical systems. The severity of the accident is increased with the absence …

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