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Ensuring a wind turbine runs as expected requires careful consideration, especially given their harsh operating conditions. Find out all you need to know about lubrication, components, and condition monitoring to unlock the full potential of wind turbines.

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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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Power to liquid – Fueling up with renewable energy
May 30, 2023

Power to liquid – Fueling up with renewable energy

What exactly are e-fuels? What role will they play in the greening of the economy? In this article, we’ll get a glimpse of how and where e-fuels are produced, wind farming’s role in their production, and how they can be deployed to make Europe — and the world — more sustainable.

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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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Looking back – Building a sustainable future with wind energy
May 2, 2023

Looking back – Building a sustainable future with wind energy

Wind power has played a big part in reducing carbon emissions, confirms a recent study. Let’s take this opportunity to look at the big picture: How has the wind energy landscape developed since the construction of the first turbine? And what does the journey ahead look like?

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A perfect fit: How bearings and seals are impacting wind energy generation
April 5, 2023

A perfect fit – How bearings and seals are impacting wind energy generation

Manufacturers in the wind energy industry are under constant pressure to maximize power density by producing smaller, yet more reliable main shaft components without increasing costs. Learn what SKF does to make the grade.

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5 ways to transform the world
March 31, 2023

5 ways to transform the world – Building a sustainable energy future with wind

The urgent need to transition to renewable energy sources has never been clearer. Sustainable technologies are already cost-effective but making them the world's main energy source requires additional action. In this article, we look at five changes that are inevitable to achieve a cleaner, greener future.

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Learning from one another – A new generation of hydrodynamic plain bearings for wind gearboxes
March 8, 2023

Learning from one another – A new generation of hydrodynamic plain bearings for wind gearboxes

Learning from others and building industrial networks can often trigger groundbreaking innovation. In that vein, SKF and other industry leaders will gather at the Conference for Wind Power Drives (CWD) at the end of March to discuss and share developments and trends regarding wind turbine drivetrains.

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Wind turbines under pressure: Common applicational challenges and solutions
January 11, 2023

Wind turbines under pressure – Common applicational challenges and solutions

Wind turbine failures are caused by several factors, be it by weather or a mechanical disturbance. To ensure the overall optimal health of turbines, operators need to focus on procuring reliable components to ensure turbines perform efficiently and reliably.

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Heading to net zero: SKF’s sustainability goals and measures
January 2, 2023

Decarbonized operations – SKF’s sustainability goals and measures

Reducing carbon emissions to limit global warming is the responsibility and duty of every organization and enterprise on this planet. SKF has been stepping up to the plate since the 80s and recently published an updated report portraying its sustainability progress.

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