Business Details
39 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Lightning Protection Systems in Clearwater, FL
Founded in 1987, Lightning Master has dedicated nearly four decades to advancing lightning protection and static solutions for industrial, commercial, and public facilities. Our engineering-driven approach combines scientific innovation with hands-on craftsmanship to deliver systems that prioritize safety, compliance, and operational continuity. Headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, we serve clients globally, including energy, utility, aviation, and renewable sectors. As a UL-Listed manufacturer and UL-Certified Lightning Protection System Installer, our products meet rigorous standards for quality and performance. Our services span risk assessment, forensic analysis, system design, turnkey installation, and maintenance, tailored to address site-specific challenges.Our interdisciplinary team includes experts in aeronautical, chemical, electrical, and mechanical engineering, ensuring solutions that align with evolving industry regulations. With field offices in Texas and Florida, we provide responsive support for projects ranging from oil and gas facilities to academic institutions. Our patented technologies, such as the Streamer-retarding Air Terminal and In-Tank Static Drain, demonstrate our commitment to innovation. Customer satisfaction is reflected in decades-long partnerships and testimonials highlighting reduced downtime and damage costs. We maintain transparency in consulting, ensuring clients understand the science and ROI of their chosen solutions.
Services
Risk Assessment
System Design
Surge Protection
Installation
Maintenance
Static Solutions
Bonding & Grounding
Forensic Analysis
Educational Resources
Custom Components
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of experience in lightning protection engineering and installation.
- UL-Listed components and UL-Certified Lightning Protection System Installer.
- Custom solutions for industries including oil & gas, aviation, and renewables.
- Nationwide service with offices in Florida and Texas.
- Patented technologies like the In-Tank Static Drain and WindTripper.
Associations and certifications
- Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
What people say
Significant reduction in equipment damage
World-class service and support
Patented technologies deliver results
Expert risk assessments and analysis
Custom solutions for unique challenges
Services
Risk Assessment
Our lightning risk assessments analyze vulnerabilities using NFPA 780 guidelines, considering factors like lightning density, facility use, and regulatory requirements. We identify risks to personnel safety, operational continuity, and asset integrity, delivering recommendations for mitigation. Clients benefit from tailored strategies to reduce downtime and compliance risks.
System Design
Custom lightning protection systems are engineered to meet NFPA 780 and site-specific challenges. Our designs integrate structural, surge, and bonding solutions for industrial, commercial, and public facilities. Expertise spans oil & gas, aviation, and renewable sectors, ensuring compliance with API, UL, and global standards.
Surge Protection
Surge suppression solutions protect electronics and SCADA systems from transient voltage caused by lightning or utility disruptions. Our UL-listed transient voltage surge suppression (TVSS) devices safeguard critical infrastructure, including telecom networks and electric utilities, minimizing downtime and equipment damage.
Installation
Turnkey installation services include UL-certified lightning protection systems, grounding, and bonding. Our crews deliver nationwide deployments for industrial sites, with supervision options for client-led projects. Systems comply with NFPA 780, API 545, and UL 96 standards.
Maintenance
Scheduled inspections and maintenance ensure long-term protection system efficacy. Services include annual visual checks, continuity testing, and repairs for grounding systems, MAGs, and static drains. Custom programs align with NFPA guidelines and environmental challenges.
People
Bruce Kaiser
Founder, Chairman and CEO
Bruce founded Lightning Master in 1987 and pioneered innovations like the Streamer-retarding Air Terminal and WindTripper. He serves on NFPA 780, API 545, and UL committees, authoring over 50 industry publications on lightning protection for oil and gas facilities.
Lindsey Coghlan
Chief Operating Officer
Lindsey joined in 2014, expanded market reach into commercial sectors, and led the acquisition of Fabmaster. She focuses on geographic expansion and vertical market development, leveraging her strategic leadership to grow U.S. operations.
Danh Tran
Machine Shop Manager
Danh, former owner of Fabmaster, brings expertise in CNC machining and metal fabrication. He oversees production of custom lightning protection components, integrating advanced manufacturing techniques to ensure precision and durability for industrial applications.
Kyle Cooper
Bolt Lightning Protection Manager
Kyle leads commercial lightning protection projects with 19 years of industry experience. His expertise in operations and sales has driven successful installations for healthcare, education, and aviation clients, emphasizing compliance and performance.
Gregg Thompson
Field Service Manager
Gregg manages installation crews for oil & gas and industrial sites. With deep technical knowledge, he ensures systems meet UL and NFPA standards, focusing on safety and regulatory adherence for complex facilities.
Questions
How does Lightning Master protect industrial facilities from lightning?
We use NFPA 780-compliant systems with air terminals, grounding, and surge suppression tailored to site risks, reducing outages and damage.
What industries does Lightning Master serve?
We specialize in oil & gas, aviation, renewables, electric utilities, government, and commercial facilities globally.
Are Lightning Master's products UL-certified?
Yes, we are a UL-Listed manufacturer and UL-Certified Lightning Protection System Installer.
Do you offer international services?
Yes, we serve clients globally with engineering, installation, and maintenance programs for lightning protection.
What is included in a lightning risk assessment?
Assessments analyze lightning density, facility use, regulatory needs, and vulnerability factors to recommend mitigation strategies.
How often should lightning protection systems be maintained?
Annual visual inspections are recommended, with additional checks post-storms or structural changes to ensure system integrity.
