Wind, Think Tank, Exclusive Articles — 02 September, 2023
How do you solve a problem like ageing? We're now 30 years on from the commissioning of Scotland's first commercial onshore wind farm, and our sector is coming together to discuss the reality of what to do with an ageing fleet of turbines that are rapidly reaching the end of their financially useful...
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Wind, Corporate Focus, Exclusive Articles — 02 September, 2023
Modern wind turbines are commonly equipped with service lifts, but what can be done to upgrade those old wind towers that only have climbing ladders? Limited space and costly modifications have made it impossible to install lifts on older turbines, reducing its energy output and compromising worker ...
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Wind, Ask the Experts, Exclusive Articles — 02 September, 2023
Originally developed for the US Air Force and NASA as a precision bird detection radar system, DeTect's Avian Radar technology can provide continuous monitoring of bird and bat activity at ranges of three to eight miles around wind farm sites. The company's Senior Biologist, Jenny Davenport, explain...
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Wind, PES Essential, Exclusive Articles — 02 September, 2023
Ematec AG never stands still and 2023 is no exception, with the leading distributor of lifting equipment for the single-blade assembly of rotor blades stepping up its game once again. At Husum Wind it presents the new generation of the RBC-D50.1 to the trade public. 'It's great that we were able to ...
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Wind, Talking Point, Exclusive Articles — 02 September, 2023
Radac is actively engaged in innovative developments through joint industry projects, harnessing a collaborative approach and a keen thirst for knowledge. Customer-centric, it thrives on working closely with clients, understanding their needs, and delivering effective solutions. While product develo...
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Wind, Ask the Experts, Exclusive Articles — 02 September, 2023
Erik Roos, Director of Wind Industry Tools & Solutions at Enerpac, talks to PES about its expertise in levelling and fixation and explains the advantages of its in-house capabilities spanning design, engineering, manufacturing, and testing. PES: It's great to speak to you again Erik and I'm look...
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Wind, Think Tank, Exclusive Articles — 02 September, 2023
As wind energy moves to larger, lighter turbines in harsh and remote locations, its specialty in large-diameter, custom seals, alongside a reputation for reliability, is making System Seals a player of note in this growing space. Systemwind is the company's offering for the wind sector. According to...
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Wind, Think Tank, Exclusive Articles — 02 September, 2023
The rapid transformation of the industry cannot be overlooked. The winds of change come in more than a breeze, because in a world urgently seeking solutions to combat climate change, wind energy has emerged as a pivotal player. By 2050, a staggering two-thirds of the world's energy supply is project...
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