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Revolutionising wind turbine maintenance
Battery powered tools are transforming wind turbine construction and maintenance. It’s a timely development. Larger turbines, more sophisticated sensors and monitoring, and rising offshore costs are putting the efficiency of bolting, maintenance, and repair operations under scrutiny as never before. According to Erik Roos, Director Wind Industry Products & Solutions (EMEA) at Enerpac, new developments… Read more »
The next revolution is already waiting
A lot has happened at ematec over the past year. One of the leading suppliers of yokes for assembling individual rotor blades, the specialist supplier of lifting equipment for the wind power industry has invested heavily and announced changes in its management team. In the run-up to WindEnergy 2024, PES spoke to Julian Eberhard, the… Read more »
Putting the brakes on under pressure
Brakes are an integral component of a wind turbine, and among the most important are yaw brakes, active or passive, installed to align the nacelle into the wind. Now, Dellner Wind Solutions has revealed plans to introduce a new high-pressure braking system to reduce the number of yaw brakes required in a wind turbine. Sliding… Read more »
Taking turbine evacuation personally
Wind energy is already a cornerstone of the global transition to renewable energy. As the number of countries committing to new wind energy projects increases, both on and offshore, the safety of wind turbine technicians is paramount. One of the most significant advancements in recent years is the shift from relying on stored emergency evacuation… Read more »
Hamburg generates wind for the future
From 24th to 27th September 2024, WindEnergy Hamburg will bring together the global wind energy community. Over 1,500 companies from more than 40 countries will showcase innovations and forward looking solutions. The focus will be on the energy transition, the use of AI, and the recruitment of young talent. Networking formats such as the daily… Read more »
Renewed UK Government focus brings opportunities for renewables
The UK’s new Labour government is accelerating renewable energy opportunities with its Planning and Infrastructure Bill. Backed by over £1bn in funding, the bill cuts bureaucracy, enabling rapid development and investment in renewables, reshaping the nation’s green economy. We’re mere months into the new Government in the UK, and changes are aplenty. The Labour government… Read more »
Balancing innovation and customer focus in a competitive market
Bergolin GmbH & Co. KG boasts a rich history as one of Germany’s oldest paint factories while also being a forward thinking company that continually innovates in the international coatings market. Boasting smart minds and processes, the company transforms customer needs into innovative products. We sat down with five experts driving these innovations to learn… Read more »
Monopile delivery directly to the sea
Commercial scale offshore wind farms pose many challenges for the industry. One is the ability to promptly produce and deliver monopiles to the field to meet offshore installation schedules. The same weather conditions that define an ideal wind farm also drive the installation schedule offshore. Rapid deployment is important to achieve a maximal number of… Read more »
The North Sea: the cradle of offshore access
The North Sea is the epicentre of offshore wind energy, vital for Europe’s renewable strategy with ambitious targets. Ampelmann’s innovative gangway systems have revolutionised offshore access, ensuring safe operations in challenging conditions, and are now crucial for the growing global offshore wind sector. Unquestionably, the North Sea is the cradle of offshore wind. Even if… Read more »
Extending turbine lifespan with robotic leading edge repair
The wind energy industry is growing rapidly due to the urgent need to combat climate change and the global shift toward renewable energy, leading to new challenges that demand innovative solutions. One of the most pressing issues is leading edge erosion (LEE) on wind turbine blades, which can significantly reduce efficiency and increase maintenance costs…. Read more »
