ERICO® Offers Lightning Protection Solutions for Fiberglass and Carbon-Fiber Blades
SOLON, Ohio, USA, May 2009 - ERICO®, a well-known and trusted authority in the lightning protection industry, has undertaken an active role in the research and standardization of techniques to provide reliable protection for wind turbine blades. For nearly a decade, this research has enabled ERICO to produce a wide variety of high-quality and effective systems for use on fiberglass and carbon-fiber blades.
These products, which are currently installed on more than 10,000 blades globally, include:
o ERITECH® downconductors
o ERITECH® connection and branch systems
o ERITECH® receptors and receptor connection systems
o Complete assemblies combining all three above
Years of experience and knowledge in the field of lightning protection, combined with manufacturing and design capabilities throughout North America, Europe, China and India, make ERICO a premier source for providing comprehensive protection solutions.
To find out more about the ways in which ERICO's products and services can support your wind turbine and blade lightning protection efforts, call 1-800-677-9089.
ERICO® is a leading global designer, manufacturer and marketer of precision-engineered specialty metal products serving niche markets in a diverse range of electrical, construction, utility and rail applications. The company is headquartered in Solon, Ohio, USA with a network of sales locations serving more than 25 countries and with manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide. ERICO's well-known brand names include: CADDY® electrical and mechanical fixings, fasteners and supports; CADWELD® welded electrical connections; CRITEC® surge protection devices; ERICO® rail and industrial products; ERIFLEX® low voltage power distribution; ERITECH® facility electrical protection; and LENTON® concrete products. Visit ERICO online at www.erico.com.
For more information, contact:
Sharon R. Lewis
ERICO
1-440-542-3890
slewis@erico.com
