By Douglas Tshudy, Global Wind Sector Marketing Manager, Lubricant Solutions, Shell As wind farms expand into increasingly diverse and harsh locations—from the freezing conditions of high-altitude mountain ranges to the blistering heat found in arid desert landscapes—wind energy teams navigate shifting and complex challenges, particularly equipment stress and accelerated wear. Wind farm teams must strategically…
How lubricants reduce maintenance costs and increase wind turbine reliability
New designs, the demand for larger MW class turbines, and the goal of further improvements in reliability and protection under extreme conditions are driving the development of a new generations of high-performance industrial lubricants and greases. For example, Shell Lubricants recently announced the introduction of their new portfolio of lubricants and greases for the wind…