Petrochemical Facilities
Petrochemical facilities present unique lightning protection challenges due to their complex infrastructure, flammable material handling, and critical operational requirements. The extensive network of tall distillation columns, storage tanks, and piping systems creates significant vulnerability to lightning strikes.
High Guardian’s specialized protection approach integrates risk assessment with engineered solutions that address both direct strike protection and surge suppression for control systems. High Guardian implements zone-based protection concepts with Class I lightning protection systems and coordinated surge protective devices. Through customized grounding systems and equipotential bonding, High Guardian mitigates risks of sparking that could ignite flammable atmospheres.
Key Protection Considerations:
- · Explosion-proof lightning protection for hazardous area classification zones
- · Protection of distributed control systems and safety instrumentation
- · Prevention of business interruption through equipment redundancy protection
- · Corrosion-resistant materials suitable for aggressive chemical environments
- · Compliance with process safety management and insurance requirements
