How to Prepare for Severe Weather Ahead

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As summer approaches many of us are worried about the weather ahead especially if located in the Southeast. From along the east-coast to the mid-United States there are over 45 million lightning events per year. With storms like these most of us have been able to prepare for what’s to come. However, as the housing market changes some people are moving towards these southern states and need to be aware and adjust their homes for the storms that lie ahead.

What Kind of damage can you experience during a lightening stroke?

A lightning strike can cause a fire to start inside or outside of the home as well as ruin expensive appliances, wires and even cause harm to the people inside of the home through a shock.

Lightning is one of the most dangerous aspects and can have severe consequences, some of which include:

  • Fires can be caused if a strike hits flammable materials or electrical equipment
  • Damage to your electronics and large appliances through surges
  • Weaken structure by physical damage (falling trees, powerlines, etc.)
  • Electrical system malfunctions

Ways to be prepared and take proactive steps to minimize property damage

  • Have regular maintenance checks performed on your home
  • Install surge protective devices to provide more safety to your electronic devices
  • Monitor the weather for local warnings

Let’s look at one of the ways that we can be prepared by Installing Surge Protective Devices

A transient power surge can be caused by a lightning strike. A transient power surge is a brief spike in voltage on an electrical circuit. When ranges are greater than 2000 volts this can cause damage to equipment within the home and/or facility. To best prepare for these types of unexpected surges we recommend the use of a surge protection device (SPD).

Here at ICM Controls, we have surge protection devices for single-phase equipment.

Let’s Look Into the ICM517A – A Better Solution

The ICM517A is a NEMA type 4X enclosed type 2 (load side) surge protection device designed to protect valuable single-phase equipment by absorbing transient voltage spikes and surges caused by lightning strikes or other power disturbances; and safely dissipating the energy into a form of heat using thermally protected mental oxide varistors (TMOVs). The ICM517A has ten of these incorporated in its design allowing the device to essentially sacrifice itself to protect your equipment.

With national electrical codes and major manufacturers now requiring sure protection to be installed this is a better solution to meet your surge protection needs. The ICM517A provides the best-in-class surge protection and most durable type 3 SPD on the market with the best warranty available.

To view our product landing page click here: https://www.icmcontrols.com/product/icm517a/

Check Out our New Surge Protection Device Coming Soon!

With quality and safety top of mind ICM Controls has developed a new single-phase surge protection device at a lower cost. Designed with the same superior technology as the ICM517A, ICM Controls has developed an ICM517A-Lite, coming in July.

With today’s power grid being taxed more than ever by voltage surges, spikes and irregularities caused by increased usage of the grid and changing weather patterns it’s important to keep surge protection top of mind. The ICM517A-Lite is a more compact design and has a maximum surge current of 60,000 amps in relation to the ICM517A at 100,000amp. The ICM517A-lite is a good choice and provides commercial property owners with peace of mind, contractors with a reliable selling proposition and wholesalers with a high-demand product.

Contact us at marketing@icmcontrols.com to get in contact with your Regional Sales Manager to learn more about this product before it hits shelves.

Where There’s Surge Protection There Should be Line Voltage Monitoring

The ICM492 is one of ICM Controls’ best-selling single-phase line voltage monitoring devices. Designed to protect against low and high voltage conditions, and rapid short cycling due to voltage fault or power interruption. Its easy-to-use backlit display makes it user-friendly to read and monitor voltage conditions, providing a simple and safe solution.

Sentry 3N1- An Ultimate Solution for Single-Phase Surge Protection and Line Voltage Monitoring

The Sentry 3N1, is an internal disconnect with voltage monitoring and surge protection, designed to protect against both surges and over/under voltage issues that can cause damage to circuit boards and motors in both residential and commercial single-phase 208/240 VAC HVAC equipment.

To make this device we’ve combined the benefits of our ICM Controls best-seller, the ICM517A single-phase surge protection device, and an ICM492 single-phase voltage monitor. In addition, this device is also equipped with an onboard disconnect breaker, providing homeowners with an easy and convenient way to break the power.

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ICM Controls manufactures both OEM and aftermarket products under its own brand names for HVAC, Electrical, pool & spa, marine, and recreational vehicle markets.

We manufacture a wide range of Surge Protection Devices, Line Voltage Monitors, Fan Blower Controls, Time Relays, Defrost Boards, and Universal Furnace Control Boards. We have worked closely with some of the world’s most renowned business giants for decades. To learn more, visit icmcontrols1.wpengine.com