Although turbine blades have been getting longer, they must be sleek, light, and resilient to wear and tear as they spin through the wind. To assist the elongation of the blade is Owens Corning. They say their Ultrablade fabric treated with epoxy resin can help improve blade aerodynamics and strength, without sacrificing length. According to…
Core product approved for turbine blades
Tycor W fiber reinforced composite sandwich core products have have earned a Certificate of Approval by Germanischer Lloyd (GL) for use in the manufacture of composite wind turbine blades.
A metal coating for wind turbine blades
Blade pitting can create unstable harmonics and decreased efficiency in wind turbines, while increasing maintenance and repair costs. In steam turbines, pitting or corrosion can cause the metal to crack. Coating the blade can prevent this. A manufacturer of metal coatings will produce a coating suitable for the wind industry. Landmark says its metal coats…
Cutter for turbine blades
A Swedish manufacturer of metalworking products says its copy-milling cutter is suitable for turbine blade production.
Research center for carbon fiber blades
Low-cost carbon fiber for industrial applications, including advanced wind turbine blades, is the goal for an expanding chemical company. Dow Chemical Co., Midland, Mich., says it will expand its renewable and alternative energy reach in the state thanks to more than $108 million in business tax credits and grants. In addition, the Michigan Economic Growth…
Long and Wide CNC Machine Blades
The third generation of a multi-processing equipment, RAPA G3, reduces the machining and finishing time spent on large parts, such as turbine blades. The robotic machine-tool supports a variety of tasks such as scanning, measuring and inspection, and cutting. Tools include spray heads, water-jet cutters, chopper guns, and finishing tools. RAPA G3 uses double modular…