Got Protection? — Electrical Surge Protection, That Is

Most people think they have adequate surge protection because they’ve installed surge protection devices on their personal computers. But is it really working and is it adequate? Is it providing protection against lightning and other line disturbances?

Failures, Fires and Property Damage

Unlike older electro-mechanical equipment, overvoltages can progressively degrade most electronic equipment so that failure may not be immediate. Also, line disturbances and failures of electrical equipment frequently result in fires and extensive property damage. The technical specialists at Hartford Steam Boiler strongly recommend that electrical surge protection equipment, also known as transient voltage surge suppressors (TVSS), be installed in all homes and commercial locations. The following tips can help you select surge protection devices that offer the best performance for your investment.

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