Make maintenance a breeze – Predictive practices for aging turbines
Wind turbines present unique challenges as they age, particularly concerning component wear and inventory needs. In such cases, predictive maintenance provides a lifeline in the form of optimized lifecycles, maintenance schedules, and return on investment of infrastructure. Read how, by leveraging data and advanced technology, operators can maintain a higher degree of confidence in the performance of their fleet.
Sensing the future – Why wind farms should use predictive maintenance
By leveraging IoT devices embedded with sensors, advanced data analytics, machine learning, and other technologies, predictive maintenance is significantly enhancing the wind energy sector. But what exactly prompts the sector’s key stakeholders to adopt predictive maintenance in their operations?
Keeping turbines in motion – Optimized spare parts management
Keeping turbines spinning smoothly requires timely and proper maintenance, as well as a constant supply of spare parts — a task that can be time-consuming and distract from the main mission. This is where bringing in outside expertise can make a world of difference.
A sustainable investment opportunity – Repowering old wind turbines
As wind technology has advanced, we have seen more efficient turbines and better overall output. But what happens when these turbines age and become less efficient? The answer could lie in wind repowering, a win-win strategy that combines financial viability, efficiency, and sustainability.
Turbulent times – What is the fate of aged wind turbines?
Recently, the wind energy sector has been shaken by two significant incidents in North-Rhine Westphalia, Germany. In one case, a wind turbine collapsed and crashed into a corn field at Gescher; in another, a fire broke out in a wind farm in Stemwede Bürgerwindpark. Both instances have drawn attention to the challenges aging wind farms are facing. Could these unfortunate events have been prevented?
Upgrading aging wind turbines – The importance of bearing replacement
As wind turbine performance declines, it could be that crucial components are nearing the end of their service life. This leaves wind farm operators at a crossroads. On the one hand, replacing aging parts means downtime and lost production, but could it also be an opportunity for them to improve the existing infrastructure?
Dancing with the wind – Pitch and yaw systems
Wind turbines rely on pitch and yaw systems for optimized energy capture and durability. In this article, we explore the two critical systems, focusing on how they adjust turbine alignment and blade angles in response to wind conditions.
Wind turbine generators – Mechanics, malfunctions, and failure prevention
Kinetic energy conversion lies at the heart of wind energy production, with the generator playing the pivotal role. This article ventures into the world of wind turbine generators, exploring how they work, analyzing potential malfunctions and their causes, and offering preventive solutions.
Battling against the elements – How to effectively protect turbine blades
Protecting turbine blades is an ongoing challenge for the wind industry, and preventative measures are necessary to minimize downtime and lost energy production. This article details the common types of damage blades are vulnerable to as well as proper solutions to help prolong their lifespan.
