Condition monitoring systems that monitor key components of wind turbines such as gearboxes add considerably to the reliability and performance of wind parks. By: Dr. E. Becker & Paul Poste Condition monitoring is a machine maintenance tool that is becoming a component of long–term service packages provided by some ...

The last place you need to lose a tool is when you’re working atop a wind tower. Snap-on Industrial provides solutions that keep your tooling together. By: Pat McDevitt When it comes to getting a job done right, having the right tools at hand can make all the difference. ...

Reviewing the wind turbine theory of operation for better understanding is necessary for proper maintenance decision making, and can lead to increased production. By: Jack Wallace My career in wind started in 1985 as a wind turbine technician. Back then, U.S. Wind Power was the largest wind turbine manufacture in ...

With the proper tools and technique, the shaft alignment process can be both easy and accurate. VibrAlign shares the insights it has gained. By: Brian Shanovich How many of us struggle with tasks that should be easy and straightforward because we chose a tool that isn’t right for the ...

With expertise in manufacturing gears and towers—and providing crucial blade, gearbox, and O&M services—this company is poised to help carry the wind industry forward. By: Russ Willcutt Just as a wind technician’s adjustments ensure that a turbine is operating in top form, smart companies are ...