Our unique line of products utilizes patented technology, distinguishing it from anything else on the market. Combined with our catalog of Services, our products make ILD Technologies your most cost effective solution for integrating lightning detection into any modern facility design.

Model 2000 System Controller

 The ILD Technologies Model 2000 is a microprocessor-based application which functions to integrate real-time data on local atmospheric conditions into existing facility control and IT network systems. Triggered by the detection of an actual lightning strike or a change in atmospheric charging that could indicate approaching storms, the Model 2000 provides critical early warning in the form of a high speed serial data transfer or discrete digital outputs. These user programmable outputs can easily be configured to place critical facility equipment into safe operating conditions, start standby power systems, or initiate logical control sequences through customer control equipment. Fully automatic and requiring no operator intervention, the system automatically restores normal operation when storm conditions abate.
Features:

• Built in LCD display/HMI makes for fast custom configuration, visual monitoring of atmospheric disturbances and provides system status in real time
• Fully network compatible with TCP/IP,ModbusTM and industry standard RS-485 interface.
• Protected AC Power Source 10 Amperes- 1200 Watts Max
• Built-in real time clock and flash memory stores and reports system status, warning events and other user definable data.
• Standard terminal block connectors for phone, intercom, or control/data line equipment protection
• Remote Detector Unit features built-in diagnostics to continuously verify detector operation
• Standard 3-wire female AC terminals for equipment power source connection
• Industrial rated terminal block customer connections.
• Battery back-up for uninterrupted protection, even when power is off
• User programmable signal functions for 8 independent channels (expandable.)
• Available with optional encoded wireless interface to remote devices located as far as 2000 feet away.
• Unique 2-piece case (optional) allows easy removal and replacement of main control module without the need to disconnect field, power or communications wiring.

Learn more by accessing the Model 2000 Specifications.

Model 800 Programmable Controller

 The ILD Technologies  Model 800 works as a programmable stand-alone lightning detector/controller with Remote Detector Unit or as a ModbusTM  slave to the Model 2000 System Controller. Designed  as a low cost solution for remote or unmanned facilities, the Model 800 functions much like the Model 2000. Factory programmable to meet an endless variety of applications and customer requirements, the unit is available in 120– 240VAC, 24VDC, and Solar Power versions. 

Features:         

• Built-in resettable Digital Counter stores & reports number of warning events.
• Up To 32 units can be networked via built-in RS-485 for synchronized system control via a single master control station.
• Convenient Barrier Strip Connections
• Push-button test capability for disconnect/protect function
• Auto-manual toggle switch for system bypass during servicing operations
• Full complement of on-board indicators for easy operation
• Optional wireless interface to master control station
• Non-metallic gasketed enclosure allows indoor/outdoor installation
• Input & Output voltages fused internally
• Weight: 3.5 pounds
• Dimensions: 9"x7"x4"
• Gray, non-metallic weatherproof enclosure

Multiple Configurations available.

Early Warning System

 The ILD Technologies Model EWS-1 Lightning Warning System monitors atmospheric activity within a 1-12 mile range and provides an audio-visual warning of a potential lightning strike. This patented solid-state, single point lightning detector is factory programmable and fully automatic.

Features:

• Requires no Internet or other external data feed – no subscription fees!
• Available options and programming configurations to meet any application.
• Bright flashing strobe and 115dB siren provide instant, positive notification of    atmospheric conditions likely to produce strikes or actual strikes in the area.
• Optional battery backup is available for highest reliability in all weather conditions.

Operating Sequence:
The EWS-1 operates in a continuous standby state with detector active (Standby Mode). Lightning conditions trigger the system, the strobe flashes, the siren sounds (Warning Mode). After a programmed interval of 2 – 60 seconds, the siren stops, but the strobe flash continues. The lightning detector remains active (Alert Mode). Threat of another strike before system reset reactivates the siren for a programmed interval of 1-60 seconds. From 1-15 minutes after the last detected strike, the unit initiates a series of three tones to signal all clear. The strobe stops and the unit resets to Standby Mode. The EWS-1 never stops detecting the potential of a lightning strike and people in the area are always alerted.

Can be factory interfaced with automatic dialers, radio systems and other equipment!
Also available in a battery powered portable unit (EWS-P)

Learn more by accessing EWS-1 Specifications.

Ring Ground Monitoring System

The Model RGM ground monitoring system by ILD Technologies, LLC operates very differently than any other device currently on the market. As opposed to most commonly employed monitoring technologies which inaccurately infer ground integrity by measurement of ground resistance or soil moisture levels, the RGM system is specifically designed to test and confirm the electrical integrity of a complete ring ground network, regardless of soil type or condition, ground DC resistance or other factors, including freezing. Integrity of a ring ground system is essential to proper operation of facility protective devices, zero-point reference networks, and other critical systems. Until now, it has been difficult or nearly impossible to establish a reliable means of confirming that a copper ring ground cable system is intact (unbroken), connected to the Main Bus and operational. The RGM system solves this problem. The basic RGM System consists of only 2 components, as follows:

The RGM Main Panel			RGM-2 Isolation Panel
Main Panel Interior View with User Controls	Main Panel Exterior View

The Main Panel consists of a NEMA 1 steel enclosure containing the system regulated power supply, programmable controller, interface devices and operator controls - pre-wired, fully programmed and ready for customer connections. In addition to local AC power (2 wire), there are only 8 additional conductors required to connect the system to the field-mounted Isolation Panel and 2 needed for the customer alarm output circuit. This unit is typically mounted in an indoor area adjacent to the Main Distribution Center.

This NEMA 3R or NEMA 4 outdoor rated steel panel contains the relay system required to receive control signals from the Main Panel and to perform isolation and signal injection into the ring ground system.

• 120/240VAC Operation
• Standard 100 Ampere Current Rating
• Custom Load Ratings Available (Optional)
• Redundant Isolation For Maximum Reliability
• Up 6 Quadrants Can Tested w/ A Single Controller

How RGM System Works
During normal operation, the ring system remains completely unchanged and fully functional. At a pre-programmed time interval (typically 1 – 4 times per day), the unit automatically goes into test mode per the following steps:

• On command of the Main Controller, the Isolation Panel momentarily breaks the ring system into two isolated quadrants as shown below:                                         

• After 1 second, a specialized signal is injected into Quadrant 1, utilizing the return path to the Main Ground Bus through the copper network. Failure of this signal to be received by the Main Panel controller is an indisputable indication of a break in the copper pathway of Quadrant 1.  It is important to note that during this 1 second test (and the one that follows for Quadrant 2) that even though the system ring has been broken into 2 Quadrants, the grounding system for each quadrant remains connected to the Main Grounding Bus and continues to operate throughout the procedure.  

• 2 seconds later, the same test is repeated for Quadrant 2 after which the system is automatically returned to normal mode, with Quadrants 1 & 2 reconnected as before and the system ring intact and fully operational.

• If loss of integrity is observed in either or both quadrants or in the connection to the Main Grounding Bus, the Main Panel controller will alert facility staff of the quadrant of failure through a combination of flashing panel LEDs as well as a user configurable dry (Form C) contact that can actuate customer alarm systems or provide an input into a network monitoring system.

• The entire test cycle including Quadrant Isolation, Signal Injection, Status Update, and Alarm Output takes just under 5 seconds.

• In the normal state, there are multiple levels of electrical isolation between the RGM-2 system components and the ring ground itself, ensuring survivability of the monitoring system during a ground fault or GPR event.

For More information on RGM and available options, contact:
ILD Technologies, LLC
San Antonio, TX
(210) 545-4171