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Wind News
September 23, 2019

Wind energy auf Deutsch – Looking back at HUSUM Wind 2019

Germany is a world leader in wind energy production, and HUSUM Wind is the biggest wind-energy expo focused on the German-speaking market. 2019 marked the event’s 30th anniversary, which is itself an indicator of how much wind energy has grown.

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Operations
September 9, 2019

Air support – Wind energy enters the drone age

In recent years, drones have become much more present in our society. They are used for tasks such as homeland security, shooting videos, and plans are even in place for them to deliver packages. This trend is now coming into action in the wind energy sector.

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Maintenance
August 2, 2019

Video: Lubrication system repair – Troubleshooting and replacing pumping elements

When a lubrication system fails, it is usually due to a defective pump unit. Replacing this part is significantly cheaper than replacing the system itself. However, you need to get to the root cause of the defect to prevent it reoccurring. In this video, you will learn how to find the cause of an issue and fit a new pumping element.

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Operations
July 22, 2019

Optimal protection – How industrial seals can enhance wind turbine reliability

Despite being one of the less noticeable wind turbine features, industrial seals are vital for protecting critical components. They act as the first line of defense against external conditions and contamination while keeping the lubricant in the bearing housing. In this article, the Wind Farm Management Blog will explain the role of seals in turbines.

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Wind News
June 17, 2019

Connecting the community – Industry associations and social media in wind energy

In the modern era, social media is one of the most useful tools for businesses to share their message, build brand identity, and reach completely new target groups. Industry associations can complement this by representing the goals and concerns of a sector. This also applies to wind energy and could be a key driver of future expansion.

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Wind News
May 20, 2019

Brazil Windpower 2019 – Insights into the wind energy market in Brazil

Wind energy is often associated with Europe, the USA, and China. However, Brazil is less frequently mentioned – despite being a major economic power. As Latin America’s largest wind energy event approaches, we take a look at the market situation as well as challenges and opportunities for wind power in Brazil.

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Technology
May 16, 2019

Cybersecure operation – The role of cybersecurity in wind energy

Big data, remote monitoring, and process automation are becoming more prominent in wind energy. As a result of many systems and machines being networked, the likelihood of cyberthreats increases. What can operators do to protect wind farms in the digital age?

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Technology
May 6, 2019

Set up for success – Commonly used bearing arrangements in turbines

Wind turbine design has developed rapidly in the 21st century. Modern turbines are larger than ever before, experience greater forces, and can generate more power. As a result, their bearings are put under higher levels of strain. Selecting the right main shaft bearing arrangement can be a hard decision.

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Wind News
April 23, 2019

Universal power – Sector coupling to create an all-electric world?

Wind energy and other renewables are on the rise in the electricity sector. This isn’t the case for other areas, such as transport or heating, which still heavily rely on fossil fuels. Sector coupling may provide the catalyst for changing this – contributing heavily to making many industries greener.

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