Page 8 of catalogue Bearing Technology for Wind Turbines of Schaeffler Technologies GmbH & Co. KG

Service

Remote monitoring and diagnosis

less or satellite modem to the F’IS Service Center. After intensive analysis and detailed Permanent monitoring of rolling bearings operating under hard conditions in wind turbines is a fundamental precondition for better profitability. For INA and FAG, this task is taken up by the experts of the autonomous service company FAG Industrial Services GmbH (F’IS). Online Condition Monitoring by the FAG WiPro system Online Condition Monitoring – the continuous monitoring of bearings in wind turbines • prevents unplanned downtime, • detects emerging damage at an early stage, • continuously monitors the condition of Components, • specifies emergency cut-off in response to preprogrammed conditions, • prevents collateral and consequential damage, • protects individual turbines or complete wind farms. The WiPro (Wind Turbine Protection System) is tailored to the requirements of the wind energy generation sector and primarily measures vibrations as well as, optionally, torque, temperature, oil quality and other variables. The arrangement of the Sensors at critical locations in the nacelle is based on the individual conditions of the turbine. When predetermined threshold values are reached, an alarm is triggered and data are transmitted automatically by landline, wirein-depth diagnosis, the F’IS experts propose specific measures to the customer in order to avoid unplanned downtime and costly consequential damage. Security of planning is increased – replacement of components can be predictively scheduled. Only one system, in conjunction with competent and reliable support, ensures reliable results. After in-depth checking, the WiPro system has been recognised by Allianz Insurance AG. Other insurers also apply this benchmark and offer more favourable conditions when the WiPro system is used. The system and the monitoring facility at F’IS have been certified by Germanischer Lloyd. Wind turbines of all types can be easily retrofitted with this system.

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