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Douglas Lara

Electronic and Telecommunications Engineer with a postgraduate degree in Project Management and over 23 years of industry experience. Since 2012, he has focused on the development, testing, and certification of Surge Protection Devices (SPDs). He was responsible for the implementation project of CLAMPER's laboratory, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere and Latin America dedicated to low-voltage SPD testing. Currently, he holds the position of Application Engineering Coordinator, also leading the company's Technical Support and Technical Assistance areas. Since 2023, he has served as secretary of the ABNT CE037.001 committee, responsible for the standardization of low-voltage SPDs.

2 articles published

Published articles

Opinion Article

The power surge does not reach the inverter when there is external protection.

With the expansion of solar energy in Brazil, the debate intensifies regarding the internal versus external protection of inverters.

18 Dec

Opinion Article

Surge protection in solar power plants is essential for safety and durability.

Brazil leads in lightning strike incidence, and regulations require surge protection devices (SPDs) for the safety and lifespan of photovoltaic systems.

25 Nov