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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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grease for wind turbine bearings
March 28, 2022

Grease is the word – Lubrication Part 1 – Selecting the right lubricant for wind turbines

Wind farm operators count on a long and trouble-free bearing service life. The right grease is crucial for this, but lubrication requirements differ depending on the bearing type and area of application. What do operators need to consider when selecting one that is right for them?

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Towards Testing 4.0: How SKF helps shape the future of wind energy
March 23, 2022

Towards Testing 4.0 – How SKF helps shape the future of wind energy

The demand on wind turbines is increasing. It is the same for the roller bearings that enable their smooth operation. These bearings must withstand ever-higher loads, moments, and harsh conditions, while still increasing efficiency and reliability as demand rises. To help companies meet these challenges, SKF analyzes large-scale roller bearing behavior under extreme and real conditions at the Sven Wingquist Test Center.

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SKF REP: Keeping wind turbines spinning
March 17, 2022

Keeping wind turbines spinning – Why artificial intelligence alone is not enough

The goal of every operator is to get the best out of their wind turbine. But the methods it takes to reach that singular goal are many. That's where SKF Rotating Equipment Performance comes in – a tailor-made service for your needs.

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Gearbox performance needs and how to meet them
March 14, 2022

Demands on modern turbines – How to meet gearbox performance needs

The wind energy sector continuously works to make electricity production more efficient. We are seeing a rise in offshore installations as well as in areas with low winds. The challenge: designing wind turbine components that can withstand these harsh conditions.

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What’s in store? Solutions for stockpiling the wind and sun
October 6, 2021

What’s in store? – Solutions for stockpiling the wind and sun

Energy, energy everywhere – but what are we going to do with it all? Consumption is of course on the increase, but storing energy harnessed from renewable sources is an issue that global players are keen to solve sooner rather than later.

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Pro-active monitoring: How artificial intelligence can reduce false alarms
September 22, 2021

Pro-active monitoring – How artificial intelligence can reduce false alarms

When false alarms occur in a wind turbine, they can incur high costs and waste operators’ valuable time. To reduce the amount of such incidents, SKF has developed Protean, leveraging AI technology based on SKF @ptitude software to monitor wind turbine drivetrains in an automated fashion.

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NEOM: The future’s new home?
August 30, 2021

NEOM: The future’s new home? – All about the Red Sea’s green city

In renewable energy’s relatively short existence, no project as ambitious as NEOM has ever been dreamed of. But Saudi Arabia’s potentially greener-than-green city is now under construction. Compared with the erection of the pyramids, but ready in ten years, NEOM and THE LINE represent a massive mindset shift in the region.

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Proper provision: Cut costs with effective spare parts management
August 19, 2021

Proper provision – Cut costs with effective spare parts management

Sourcing and procuring spare parts are major cost factors in the wind industry and require careful planning. After all, having too many spares can have just as negative an impact as having too few. But why is that? And what can operators do to find the right balance?

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