Category: Earthing & Grounding

TNS Earthing System

What is TNS Earthing System?

TNS (TN-S) earthing systems are vital for any electrical installation, providing a safe and reliable connection to the ground to protect people and property from electrical hazards. In this blog post, we will explore the basics of TNS earthing system, including how they work, the main components of these systems, …

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Solar farm

Why Every Solar Farm Needs Earthing?

Setting up a solar farm can be a significant investment, as it typically involves purchasing a large number of solar panels, inverters, and other electrical equipment, as well as installing the necessary infrastructure, such as support structures, electrical wiring, and earthing systems. It is critical for a solar farm to …

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Earth Plate

Earthing Plates – Function, Types & Applications

In this blog, we will discuss the basics of earthing plates, including their function, types, and applications. We will also cover the regulations and standards that apply to earthing plates, and the quality characteristics to consider when buying earthing plates. Finally, we will discuss the advantages and limitations of earthing …

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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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