Manufacturers and operators place high demands on sealing systems in wind power facilities. The key requirements include minimal friction, optimized wear behavior and reliable operation at low temperatures. The systems are used to seal blade and main bearings, as hydraulic seals in pitch cylinders and as oil seals in main gears. Specialists from Freudenberg-NOK Sealing…
Freudenberg-NOK to display long-lasting sealing solutions at AWEA WINDPOWER 2014
With an expected surge in the wind industry, the U.S. Department of Energy estimates that wind energy could supply 20 percent of the nation’s power by 2030. Recognizing this, Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies will be showcasing its industry solutions at the AWEA WINDPOWER 2014 Conference & Exhibition in Las Vegas from May 5 to 8. Freudenberg-NOK’s…
New ideas in wind turbine main bearing and gear seals
Bernd Koch, CEO, Merkel Heavy Duty Hydraulics Div., Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies Efforts to maximize the potential of wind as a reliable power source have led to significant investments in onshore and offshore-wind turbine technology. One predominant industry trend to emerge is to increase the size of the wind turbines, thereby maximizing the output per unit. This…