The world has come to an interesting intersection. We need more renewable energy just as the aging wind turbine infrastructure, made up of many assets that are decades old, is beginning to underperform. However, replacing turbines is costly and regulations have...
I’m often asked about how much impact wind turbine control retrofits can have on overall operations, and how they stack up against replacement or repair. It’s simple: they can be a very cost-effective way to positively affect the performance and reliability of a...
As the wind turbines age, retrofitting the controls becomes increasingly necessary to help increase the turbine’s annual energy production, heighten its availability and provide modern remote access. The turbine’s lifetime can be extended with better profitability combined with renewed access to spare parts.
In a LinkedIn article, Retrofit: A Second Life for Wind Turbines, Emerson’s Power & Water Solutions business president, Bob Yeager, describes the essential role retrofits play in enhancing wind turbine performance.
The growth of alternative energy sources have been fueled through subsidies by countries across the globe. Emerson's Douglas Morris, a member of the alternative energy industry team, shares the latest developments in wind energy sources, here in the United States....
Rotating machinery including wind turbines are subject to wear and tear over time. Emerson's Douglas Morris, a member of the alternative energy team, shares how vibration-monitoring equipment can help avoid unplanned downtime and costly maintenance. The United States'...
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