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The term fulgurite comes from “fulgur”, which is equivalent to the word lightning in Latin. Fulgurites or “petrified lightnings” are metamorphic rocks composed by vitrified silica with elongated cylinder shape. When lightning strikes a sandy ground and spreads through the quartz sand melting and vitrifying the grains, fulgurites form. This process is possible due to […]
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We work every day to be responsible with the Environment. For that, Aiditec Systems uses 100% biodegradable and recyclable cardboard boxes for the packaging of all products. With this, we aim reduce the amount of waste, reuse and recicle as much as possible, reducing the environmental impact. We are a company committed to the environment […]
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Storms and lightnings are exciting meteorological phenomena, but it is necessary to be forewarned, since they have a high mortality and accident rate. Given this, the most important tihng is to be very well informed. Therefore, below we share some myths and realities related to this phenomenon. “If it does not rain on our heads, […]
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The lightning strike during last week’s storms on the Mount Geras, in León (Spain), calcined more than twenty cows. When the storm began, the cows were grazing on the highest part of Mount Geras as they usually do. The area where the animals grazed is owned by a farmer in Santa María de Ordás. This […]
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This is a question we are asked frequently. It’s a security issue. Just as you have to install fire systems if necessary, a lightning protection system seems dispensable until it is too late. If you are a private individual, the reasons are simple. It is a matter of avoiding damages at your home, your personal […]