Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG · Germany
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Expertise in Bearing Technology and Service for Wind Turbines
For over 30 years, INA and FAG have designed and produced bearing arrangements for wind turbines. Within Schaeffler Group Industrial, the specialists from the business unit “Wind power” work closely with designers, manufacturers and operators of wind turbines. This has resulted in unbeatable know-how:
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Cylindrical Roller Bearings
High axial load carrying capacity due to optimized rib contact“Classic” cylindrical roller bearings have extremely high radial load carrying capacity and high rigidity. In addition to high radial loads, cylindrical roller bearings can also support axial loads if they are used as semi-locating or locating bearings. Whereas radial loads are transferred via the raceways, axial loads are transferred via the rolling element end faces and ribs, which, of course, limits the axial load. And this is precisely where Schaeffler gets to work ...
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Higher performance capacity through the use of coatings
Coated rolling bearings and precision componentsBearings and precision components from the Schaeffler Group offer high performance capacity and a long operating life. They provide the user with thoroughly developed and economical solutions for the large majority of requirements. The characteristics of the components can be expanded by the use of suitable coating systems, thus offering the customer advantages in the application. The Schaeffler modular coating concept allows a dedicated solution for the customer with the coating as a design element. Through the prevention of corrosion and wear, Schaeffler coating systems contribute to the conservation of resources, since the operating life of the components is extended significantly. By reducing friction, the coatings contribute to energy efficiency in the form of reduced energy consumption. The coating systems are applied to the surface by a wide variety of methods. They should always be individually matched to the mounting situation. In many cases it is sufficient to coat only one of the components in rolling contact or only a part thereof. This Technical Information gives an overview of the coatings used at Schaeffler, arranged according to the main areas of application. The features, advantages and benefits are given for each type of coating. Specific examples and references are shown.
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Condition Monitoring of Wind Turbines
The Project Planning Company for Regenerative Energy Systems (Projekt GmbH) was founded in Oldenburg in 1993. It specializes primarily in the development and realization of wind farm projects. Likewise, the company’s core business includes technical management of wind turbines as well as assessor services at home and abroad. Challenge for Schaeffler Projekt GmbH is responsible for the planning, realization and technical manage- ment activities of the Oldenbroker Feld wind farm. This wind farm set up in late 2001 comprises totally nine wind turbines. Projekt GmbH was looking for a condition monitoring system for the wind farm that met the ”Allianz Zentrum für Technik“ (AZT) requirements.
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Bearing Solutions and Services for Wind Turbine Gearboxes
The Schaeffler Wind Power Standard (WPOS) - Cost-effective wind turbines require reliable components. WPOS is a comprehensive concept developed by the company, which further increases the reliability of rolling bearings in wind turbines.
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Condition Monitoring with FAG WiPro on Wind Farms in Australia
The client is a major player in the renewable energy market in Australia with hydro and wind power sites across Australia and the world. In 2006, the company generated 198 MW of hydro energy with the objective to reach over 500 MW within five years. Challenge for Schaeffler: At one of their wind farms, the customer was experiencing repeated failures, among others on the bearings of the generators. To prevent unplanned shutdowns and costly secondary damage, the client decided to test the FAG WiPro system and service of Schaeffler Australia.
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The Schaeffler Wind Power Standard (WPOS)
Cost-effective wind turbines require reliable components. We offer the right solution for every bearing position and a comprehensive concept which further increases the reliability of rolling bearings in wind turbines – the Schaeffler Wind Power Standard (WPOS).
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Cost Savings through Monitoring Package for Wind Turbines
Geolica, SpainGeolica is a producer of renewable energy in the wind energy sector that currently operates two wind farms in Spain, with an installed total power of 84,8 MW. Challenge for Schaeffler: An unexpected downtime due to damage to any component in the drive train of a wind turbine can have significant economic consequences in terms of production disruption and repair costs. To avoid that kind of situation, Geolica was looking for a condition monitoring system that would detect any damage at an early stage.
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Current-Insulating Bearings
Rolling bearings for prevention of damage due to current passageCurrent passage can occur in the use of rolling bearings in: - wheelsets and traction motors (rail vehicles); - direct current and alternating current motors (power transmission); - generators (wind power).
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Spherical Roller Bearings E1
Higher cost-effectiveness and operational security with X-lifeFAG spherical roller bearings have proved highly effective wherever high loads are present and there is a need to compensate for shaft deflections and/or misalignment of bearing seats.
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