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Maintenance

Maintenance

For a wind turbine to operate for 20 years as it should, proper maintenance is key. Learn how to get the most out of turbine components, monitoring practices, and spare-parts management to reduce downtime to a minimum.

Maintenance
Turbulent times – What is the fate of aged wind turbines?
September 28, 2023

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?

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Upgrading aging wind turbines – The importance of bearing replacement
September 5, 2023

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?

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August 22, 2023

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.

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Wind turbine generators – mechanics, malfunctions, and failure prevention
August 2, 2023

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.

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Battling against the elements – How to effectively protect turbine blades
May 16, 2023

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.

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High-quality maintenance consists of more than just repairing a faulty component.
February 8, 2023

Find. Fix. Eliminate. – Rest assured! Your main shaft assembly is in trusting hands

High-quality maintenance consists of more than just repairing a faulty component. SKF offers a wide range of products and services, so wind farm operators don’t have to worry in case of breakdown or emergency. Read for yourself!

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Can wooden wind turbines transform the industry?
January 27, 2023

Strong as a tree – Can wooden wind turbines transform the industry?

Wind turbine towers are mostly built out of steel, making them burdensome to transport. The heavy mass is not the only downside of these massive constructions. Although intended to generate renewable power, their manufacturing process is not as environmentally friendly as one might hope. But there is a solution: Swapping steel with wood.

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Lubrication at new heights – Lubrication Part 2
August 31, 2022

Lubrication at new heights – Lubrication Part 2 – How wind turbines run like clockwork – around the clock

In mechanical systems, the perpetual friction of moving components is an acute problem. The only way to minimize the likelihood of major damage is with regular lubrication – a tough task when it comes to wind turbines.

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How far can drones support turbine maintenance?
April 21, 2022

Inspecto-drones – How can drones support turbine maintenance?

Drones are fast, agile, and make light work of reaching high altitudes. But that doesn't necessarily mean they will revolutionize wind turbine maintenance overnight. Incidentally, we are still waiting for the big drone breakthrough in the industry. When is it going to happen?

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