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Leading Edge Erosion Solutions

Precision Analysis and Protection Solutions for Wind Turbine Blades.

Innovative Blade Erosion Solutions to Enhance Longevity

GWT presents a specialized service targeting the pervasive issue of leading-edge erosion on wind turbine blades. This deterioration, caused by micro impacts such as rain and hail, leads to significant aerodynamic performance degradation. GWT’s service is designed to identify, quantify, analyze, and provide a pathway to remedy this erosion, extending the lifespan of turbine blades and restoring energy production efficiency. The service is independent of any manufacturer and maintains the very highest quality standards.

Key Features

Detailed Erosion Analysis

Utilizing high-resolution drone imaging and advanced diagnostics to pinpoint erosion impacts and their severity.

Comprehensive Performance Assessment

Employing Additive manufacturing, in house wind tunnel testing and 3D scanning to quantify aerodynamic losses due to erosion accurately.

Tailored Repair and Protection Solutions

Offering both repair guidelines and preventive solutions to mitigate future erosion, customized to each turbine’s specific needs.

Benefits for Customers

Performance Recovery

Identifies erosion impacts and degeneration.
Identifies erosion impacts and degeneration.

Informed Decision Making

Provides data-driven insights into the most effective repair or protection strategies.
Balancing performance recovery with cost considerations through a business case analysis.

Extended Turbine Lifespan

Addressing leading edge erosion proactively.
GWT’s solutions help prolong blade life and reduce the need for costly replacements.

Quality, Safety, and Compliance

Rigorous Testing Standards

GWT adheres to stringent testing standards and protocols, ensuring accurate and reliable erosion assessment.

Safety-First Approach

All solutions are developed with turbine safety and operational integrity as paramount concerns.

Best Practice EHS

Safety of all work executed on site is the highest priority with rigorous process adherence to best practice, using an entirely Global Wind Organization (GWO) certified team.

Comprehensive Documentation

Detailed reporting on erosion assessment, solution effectiveness, and follow-up recommendations ensures transparency and supports compliance efforts.

Take The Next Step

Combat leading edge erosion and reclaim lost turbine efficiency with GWT’s specialized solutions. Our expertise in erosion analysis and mitigation helps you make informed decisions to enhance turbine performance and durability.