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On September 25, 2024, SKF opened the doors of its Hamburg facility to a select group of industry professionals from around the world. The event offered attendees a firsthand look at advanced processes for main shaft repair, wind turbine maintenance, and performance diagnostics, showcasing the latest in turbine care.

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.

Get ready for American Clean Power's highly anticipated Operations, Maintenance and Safety Conference , which will take place at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego from February 21 to 23. Visit SKF at booth 517 for an enlightening exploration of our products.

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.

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?

Previously, SKF announced that they had acquired Presenso Ltd. – a company that specializes in artificial intelligence (AI). Adopting data-driven technology presents wind farm operators and OEMs with plenty of opportunity to boost efficiency and reduce costs. So, how does this work in practice?