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Lightning protection system monitoring: a proactive approach for wind turbine strikes
Wind power generated by turbines accounts for the largest share of renewable energy production in Europe. Here, Voliro and SkySpecs explore the lingering questions surrounding the effects of lightning strikes on the rotor blades of wind turbines, as well as an effective new method for inspecting and monitoring the state of those blades. Overview of… Read more »
Leveraging lidar to optimize wind resource assessment
Accurate Wind Resource Assessment (WRA) grows in importance as the industry, and turbines, grow in demand and in size. By understanding how recent wind energy industry innovations have evolved, we can help shape best practices for WRA, so that the wind energy sector can continue to meet demand and make our world a better place…. Read more »
Developing market opportunities based on certified sustainability
Demand for hydrogen is on the rise, whether as a means of energy storage or as a replacement for natural gas. But only sustainably produced ‘green’ hydrogen is ecologically reasonable. However, there is still a lack of internationally standardised, mandatory criteria defining sustainability throughout the value chain. So how can producers and distributors prepare for… Read more »
Driven by data
As one of the innovators within the energy service sector, Sulzer Schmid’s rotor blade inspection process employs autonomous drones to capture high-quality and consistent images. PES was keen to spend time talking to Tom Sulzer, CEO and co-founder of Sulzer Schmid, about its cloud-based 3DX™ Blade Platform and how it provides customers with actionable insights,… Read more »
Sealing the future of asset integrity in the renewable sector
As offshore wind farm developers continue to drive down the installed cost of their assets, there is great focus on maximising the efficiency of the installation process. Charlie Watt, Business Development Manager for EasyQote at Seal For Life Industries, gives PES his views on the role of maintenance in the future of the renewables sector. … Read more »
Riding the waves of progress
It’s no secret that wind turbines are growing in stature and wind farms are developing further and further offshore. So PES was delighted to have the opportunity to speak to Katja Roose, Sales and Marketing Manager at Radac, to find out how it is serving the market, with multiple wave radar and beyond. PES: It’s very… Read more »
Monitoring makes good sense
Competition among wind farmers to make winning bids in tenders for new generation contracts, while maintaining a healthy return on investment is spurring innovation in operating technology. PhotonFirst looks at how integrated photonics sensing can help operators improve return on investment. Turbine operators are learning that advanced photonic sensing can provide more detailed, real-time wind… Read more »
Measuring lightning intensity
Due to their height and exposed location, wind turbines prove to be perfect lightning catchers. Damage due to lightning strike is often considered an ‘extraordinary event’, meaning that it drives additional costs during the operation and beyond standard service. With a solution from Phoenix Contact, tracking the incidence of high keraunic levels and monitoring adverse… Read more »
Scotland’s renewable future runs deep
Having previously featured Peel Ports and its initiatives, PES was delighted to hear from James McSporran, Port Director at Clydeport, about the Hunterston PARC Site in Scotland. Operational since the 1970s, how has the port evolved to support large-scale renewable projects as it does today? PES: It’s lovely to speak with you James. Firstly, can… Read more »
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Sineng Electric Obtains VDE Compliance Certificate for SN100(X)/110/125PT String Inverter
Wuxi, China, August 30, 2024 — Sineng Electric, a global leading PV+ESS solution provider, proudly announces that its flagship C&I PV product, the SN100(X)/110/125PT string inverter, has successfully obtained the VDE-AR-N 4110 and VDE-AR-N 4120 certificate from SGS, a prominent testing, inspection and certification company. The certificate confirms that the SN100(X)/110/125PT fully complies with the… Read more »
OWGP launches new £2m support programme for UK manufacturing facilities
OWGP launches new Manufacturing Facility Support Programme £2m available to address the offshore wind industry’s manufacturing priorities Programme should unlock capital investment in new facilities or facility expansion The Offshore Wind Growth Partnership (OWGP) has launched its new Manufacturing Facility Support Programme (MFSP), targeted at unlocking investments in UK manufacturing facilities to support the… Read more »
10 Years of ELA Container Offshore Special solutions for Accommodation in the Maritime Sector
Wind, weather, rough seas or even salt water – containers in the maritime sector and on the high seas are exposed to particular challenges. This is why ELA founded ELA Container Offshore GmbH 10 years ago to offer room solutions for the offshore industry. The history of the offshore business at ELA Container began back… Read more »
Buss Terminal Eemshaven Completes Load-Out for Germany’s Largest Offshore Wind Park in the North Sea “He Dreiht”
Eemshaven/Hamburg, August 29th, 2024 – Buss Terminal Eemshaven successfully completed the handling and load-out of monopiles and transition pieces for the EnBW offshore wind farm “He Dreiht”, contracted by Heerema Marine Contractors. Spanning from January until August 2024 this project marks a significant achievement for our team and the broader renewable energy sector. He Dreiht,… Read more »
ROBUST PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR HVDC TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS NEEDED FOR DEPLOYMENT SUCCESS – DNV STUDY
KATY, TEXAS. U.S 29 August 2024 : DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, announced today the conclusion of the first phase of DNV’s HVDC Standards joint industry project (JIP). The JIP was convened to identify deficiencies in standards for High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) transmission systems. Because of the expected growth of electricity… Read more »
ABB to acquire Födisch Group strengthening global leadership in continuous emission monitoring
Acquisition will expand ABB’s strong position in industrial emission measurement, addressing the world’s energy and sustainability challenges Födisch Group offers advanced measurement and analytical solutions for the energy and industrial sectors, with tens of thousands of devices installed worldwide Widening its portfolio to meet customers’ most demanding measurement requirements, the expansion will add 250 employees… Read more »
Anemoi partners with NAPA to maximise Rotor Sail benefits with voyage optimisation
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Getting a grip
With the ever-increasing performances and size of wind turbines, together with a call for a reduction in set-up times, the demands on the load handling device during assembly are increasing. For safe gripping and lifting, additional technical development is required, something that SpanSet Axzion GmbH, in cooperation with relevant testing institutes, is able to match…. Read more »
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