Wind Power

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The wind power industry faces significant pressure to reduce maintenance costs whilst

improving the design, performance and reliability of wind turbines. As turbines often

operate in harsh conditions—in cold climates or remote areas—their performance and

reliability are put to the test. Furthermore, issues such as high maintenance costs and

long lead times for replacement parts can impact their competitive advantage in terms

of power generation; therefore, the use of reliable components is crucial.

Bearings specifically designed for wind turbines must offer high reliability. This is because

such bearings are engineered to ensure the turbine operates for 20 years, and because

components are difficult to replace in the event of a failure. Consequently, bearing

manufacturers must possess advanced computational analysis capabilities, as well as expertise

in materials and heat treatment; in some cases, they must also master the techniques for

testing and evaluating large-scale physical bearings. The main shaft configuration of a wind

turbine forms part of a gear-driven, semi-direct drive or direct drive design. Regardless of

the configuration adopted, it must be capable of withstanding both axial and radial loads

whilst operating under constantly changing and harsh conditions. We offer suitable products

for a wide range of configurations and turbine designs.