Superior lightning strike detection, anywhere
The trusted leader in providing reference-grade lightning detection data, software, and systems, enabling you to operate efficiently and safely, or build robust forecast models.
average lightning events detected around the world
uptime for lightning data
median lightning location accuracy with precision network
fewer sensors needed for greater accuracy with reduced maintenance
Real-time lightning detection & data
For more than 40 years, Vaisala has created the most accurate lightning detection products and services. Our customers trust Vaisala technology to help them make critical operational and safety decisions based on real-time storm and lightning data. Whatever your needs, the Vaisala team can help you create your own monitoring network or leverage the power of our real-time global lightning data.
Applications include:
- Warning for personnel safety
- Analysis for Asset Damage and Wildfire
- Meteorology and Forecasting Severe Weather
Warning for personnel safety
Worker safety and operational efficiency represent chief priorities for most organizations. When it comes to severe weather threats and disruptions, Vaisala offers a reliable, comprehensive, and streamlined way to maximize both safety and operational efficiency.
Precision Lightning Networks
With an increasing demand to understand ever-changing meteorological phenomena, the need to dig deeper into weather data to make well-informed decisions is stronger than ever.
Vaisala provides the best accuracy through top quality and highly precise lightning detection networks, visualization tools and network management.
Analysis for asset damage and wildfire
Hundreds of billions of dollars of damage globally each year from thunderstorms alone. At least 1/3 of power outages are caused by thunderstorms, and lightning causes the majority of wildfire acreage burned.
Vaisala provides accurate and reliable lightning data to support organizations in power transmission and wind energy, and helps land and forestry agencies manage the impact of thunderstorms.
Optimizing the wind energy life cycle
Lightning is among the most under-addressed risks in wind energy. From construction and turbine selection to operational continuity, crucial decisions are affected by a site’s daily and long-term lightning patterns.
Vaisala’s lightning solutions are optimized for the most important needs and use cases in wind energy. They rely on the best lightning detection networks anywhere, and each is easy to integrate into existing systems for quick, reliable value.
Lightning data and alerting software
Prepare for lightning season with Xweather Protect
See how you can protect your personnel while minimizing operational downtime in this recorded demo of Xweather Protect, our cloud-based severe weather alerting solution. Watch now with instant access to see:
●
●
●
Vaisala's lightning detection networks
Precision lightning networks
Contact Us
Contact our industry experts to see Vaisala’s real-time and historical lightning data, software solutions, or receive lightning alerts near you, anywhere in the world. We’re here to help!
