PDC E Lightning Rod vs. Standard Lightning Rod [PDC E News No. 6 May 2018 Announcement]

Preventing lightning damage in advance with a "lightning prevention mechanism" that differs from conventional lightning rods. Compliant with JIS A 4201/JIS Z 9290. *Case study collection available.

We are currently offering "manga" and "case materials" that introduce the benefits of the PDCE lightning ball! Please check them out from the <download> link. Conventional lightning rods attract lightning, which poses a risk of equipment failure due to lightning currents flowing through buildings. Our "PDCE lightning ball" is a lightning rod with a reverse-thinking mechanism designed to "avoid lightning strikes themselves." It gathers the same charge as lightning at the top of the lightning rod, preventing the generation of "welcoming discharges" that would attract lightning, thus avoiding strikes. 【Over 100 units used in the Tokyo Olympics - More than 4,000 units nationwide】 Used by major railways, highways, the Self-Defense Forces, chemical complexes, data centers, broadcasting stations, mobile base stations, renewable energy power plants, fire stations, disaster prevention facilities, outdoor sports facilities, golf courses, temples and shrines, schools, outdoor live venues, outdoor digital signage, condominiums, single-family homes, and more. 【Features of the PDCE lightning ball】 ■ Can be used as a "receiving part" under the Building Standards Act ■ Can be installed by replacing conventional pointed lightning rods with PDCE lightning balls ■ Domestic dedicated factory - Quick response to options based on needs ■ If damaged by a direct lightning strike, free replacement for up to 10 years from installation.

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New lightning strike countermeasures! Lightning rods that suppress lightning strikes.

The "PDCE" is a lightning rod that suppresses lightning strikes by generating a negative electrode at the top of the building, completely opposite to the conventional lightning rod concept, and preventing discharge from this lightning rod. Since it utilizes charges induced in the ground, no power supply is required. Additionally, it complies with building codes and can replace traditional lightning rods. 【Features】 ■ No power supply required ■ Minimal maintenance costs and effort ■ Complies with building codes ■ Over 3,300 units installed in Japan *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Introducing a case where lightning accidents occurring within the facility have decreased! Customer feedback.

The "PDCE" is a lightning rod that suppresses lightning strikes by generating a negative electrode at the top of a building, completely contrary to the conventional lightning rod concept, and preventing discharge from this lightning rod. This document introduces feedback from customers who have used multiple units of this product over several years. There are examples of reduced lightning strike incidents occurring within facilities. [Contents] - Situation along private railway lines in Tokyo - Feedback from Odakyu Electric Railway - Situation at a broadcasting station - Feedback from a Toyama private broadcasting station - Protecting the deep-sea drilling vessel "Chikyu" from lightning in the open sea - The PDCE lightning rod complies with the "Building Standards Act" for lightning protection equipment - Protection range and usage considerations *This document summarizes feedback from our customers; however, it reflects past results and does not guarantee that there will never be lightning strikes in the future. Please note the fact that damage has been reduced. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Introducing a video of the installation of a lightning rod for lightning strike suppression on a deep Earth exploration vessel!

We have delivered lightning protection rods for lightning suppression to the deep-sea exploration vessel "Chikyu," owned by the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology. The PDCE lightning rod, installed on a 120m tall derrick, forms a barrier that completely covers the vessel (length 210m), preventing lightning strikes within its range. This ensures that "Chikyu" is always protected from lightning strikes, no matter where it conducts research on Earth. [Installation Example] ■ Deep-sea exploration vessel "Chikyu" ■ Delivered lightning protection rods ■ Installed on a 120m tall derrick *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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A lightning rod with a reverse-thinking mechanism designed to avoid lightning strikes, preventing lightning damage in advance.

Our lightning rod "PDCE" is different from the typical "lightning rods that generate upward leaders"; it is equipped with a mechanism to "avoid the lightning strike itself." We are currently offering a collection of case studies with photos and performance data. 【Examples of Use】 <Transportation> ◎ Airport facilities (radar antennas, ILS antennas, apron lighting, hangars, aviation fuel storage facilities) ◎ Port facilities (gantry cranes) ◎ Railways (signal stations, substations, level crossings) ◎ Roads (lighting in service areas and parking areas) <Buildings> ◎ Hospitals ◎ Offices, hotels, apartments ◎ Data centers ◎ Factories ◎ Golf courses ◎ Wooden structures <Open Areas> ◎ Schoolyards, sports fields ◎ Amusement parks, baseball fields <Others> ◎ Wireless antennas (fishing radio, mobile phone base stations, broadcasting stations, emergency disaster prevention radio) ◎ Outdoor surveillance cameras ◎ Energy and chemical industries ◎ Vessels *Please view from <Download>.

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Introducing a case of implementing a lightning suppression system at the Great Buddha of Amida (Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture) in a video!

We are introducing examples of PDCE lightning rods in a video. Higashi Honganji Temple (Taito Ward, Tokyo), the head temple of the Jodo Shinshu Higashi Honganji sect, has implemented a lightning suppression system to protect the Great Buddha of Amida (located in Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture) from lightning strikes. As climate warming progresses and the frequency of lightning strikes increases, we have implemented additional safety measures for our visitors. [Installation Examples] ■ Great Buddha of Amida (Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture) ■ Lightning suppression system implemented *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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This time, the ACS-5000 is available as a facial recognition terminal compatible with FaceMe Security's add-on feature "Face Terminal," enabling access control management that combines "advanced anti-spoofing features" with high-speed facial recognition powered by edge AI. ■ Main Features 1. Accelerated Authentication Processing FaceMe Security is optimized for the MediaTek Genio 700's NPU, achieving faster facial recognition processing and reduced CPU load compared to processing with only the CPU. It ensures stable authentication without delays even during peak times, such as clocking in and out, contributing to alleviating congestion. 2. Advanced "Anti-Spoofing" Optimized for the IR + RGB camera mounted on the ACS-5000. It can quickly detect fraudulent authentication using photos, videos, or 3D masks within 0.6 seconds, ensuring reliable identity verification. 3. Door Control Without Additional Equipment FaceMe Security can directly control the digital I/O of the ACS-5000, allowing for the construction of an access control management system without the need for additional equipment. This simplifies system configuration and reduces implementation costs.

Do you have any concerns or requests regarding wired bed exit sensors? × Tangling or tripping over wired cables × Cable disconnection or damage × Worrying about forgetting to turn the switch back on after temporarily stopping the sensor. × Wanting to be notified of bed exits even from a location far from the nurse call outlet. Such concerns can be resolved simply by connecting our wireless nurse call linked set to the sensor! Our wireless nurse call linked set allows you to connect bed exit sensors like "Ugo-kun," "Foldable Thin Matta-kun," "Ayumi-chan," and "Just Place Pole-kun" to transmitters and receivers, reducing wiring around the bed area, alleviating concerns about tripping or falling due to cables, and contributing to a tidier work environment. Furthermore, it enables the use of bed exit sensors even from locations far from the nurse call outlet, allowing for more flexible equipment placement.

The non-contact beam touch sensor "HA-T401/HA-T520" has a compact detection range, making it an ideal automatic door sensor for installation on automatic doors facing narrow corridors or busy streets. Depending on the application and installation location, you can choose between "non-vision mounting type" and "non-vision built-in type." 【Features】 ● With the beam touch sensor, you can open and close the automatic door simply by bringing your hand close without touching it, ensuring hygiene. ● Depending on the installation environment, such as single sliding or bi-parting doors, the detection range can be set in four configurations: left, center, right, and a total of 12 spots. ● Two types of activation row settings are available to reduce unnecessary opening and closing of the automatic door due to cross traffic, contributing to energy-saving effects. ● The touch switch and infrared sensor are integrated, allowing for a switch between beam touch and infrared sensor with a single model. 【Recommended for such locations!】 ☑ Entrance facing a busy corridor ☑ Counter or sign near the door ☑ Buildings facing narrow corridors ☑ Buildings that prioritize aesthetics ☑ Hospitals and facilities that consider hygiene ☑ Large facilities with many doors ◎ For more details, please download the materials or contact us.

On our company's website introducing vehicle detection sensors, you can easily find products that meet your needs from three categories: "Purpose of Use," "Location of Use," and "Product List." [Introduction to Vehicle Detection Sensors] The sensors detect the passage of vehicles and notify you with a rotating light or switch the display of parking availability. They contribute to safe driving within parking lots and smooth operational management. They are used in various areas, from coin-operated parking to large-scale parking lots. We will continue to improve our webpage to provide information about Hotron's "Vehicle Detection Sensors."

The facility operating the nurse call system has made the bed exit sensor wireless, allowing it to notify in conjunction with the nurse call. By simply connecting the mat sensor "Foldable Thin Matt-kun," the body movement call "Ugo-kun," and the wheelchair body movement call "Ayumi-chan" to the transmitter HB-RS, you can make the bed exit sensor wireless. The infrared sensor "Just Place Pole-kun" has the transmitter HB-RS built-in. 【Features】 ○ Wireless conversion by simply connecting existing sensors to the transmitter HB-WSK. ○ The bed exit sensor notifies wirelessly in conjunction with the nurse call. ○ Up to 5 transmitters can be registered with one receiver. ○ The communication distance between the transmitter and receiver is approximately 10 meters. ◎ For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.