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High torque bolting system
Since 1970, AIMCO has been providing global assembly and critical bolting tooling solutions for the automotive, AG/ o -road, electronics, aerospace, energy services, and general assembly industries. In 1999, AIMCO began manufacturing its AcraDyne line that produces a complete line of D/C Controlled Tools ranging
from 1 – 12,000Nm. Coupled with AcraDyne's Controller, the HT Series tools combine high torque and performance
in an electric bolting system providing accuracy, speed, and safety.
AIMCO | www.amico-global.com Booth 1716 & 2455
High performance cabling solutions
Lapp introduces their SOHL Tower
Cable System, a Turnkey Power Cable, and Drip Loop Solution. Lapp Group components have been eld-proven
to withstand temperature extremes, hydraulic uids, corrosive oils, and the vibration and torsion stress often found in wind turbines, helping to deliver high performance and revenue generating wind farms. Lapp is introducing ÖLFLEX TRAY VTC, a exible tray cable with TC- ER for easier installations. Engineered with premium PVC insulation provides greater exibility over PVC/nylon without sacri cing cable size.
Lapp Group | www.lappusa.com Booth 4649
Powered access and safety solutions
Wind energy and turbine technology program
Since 2004, Iowa Lakes Community College has been preparing technicians for the wind energy industry, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and training assets to provide the realism top technicians deserve. Iowa Lakes has
the nations’ rst AAS in Wind Energy & Turbine Technology and partnerships across the spectrum of the industry. Iowa Lakes provides courses including siting and analysis, operations and maintenance, drop prevention and working at height and rescue. Iowa Lakes Community College’s program is AWEA- recognized for wind technicians.
Iowa Lakes Community College
www.iowalakes.edu
Booth 4652
Preventive blade maintenance with lightning current monitoring
e Lightning Monitoring System (LM- S) from Phoenix Contact detects and analyzes in real time the magnitude, duration, number, and other parameters of surge current events caused by lightning strikes. System components include a hub-mounted evaluation unit with up to three ber-optic-connected sensors, which can be on each turbine blade. e LM-S is suitable for both
new blade and retro t applications.
e exible and cost-e ective Phoenix Contact Lightning Monitoring System can be a key component in improving the operation and maintenance pro le of wind turbines. e LM-S is part of
the Blade Intelligence suite of solutions, which include ice detection and performance optimization.
Phoenix Contact www.phoenixcontact.com
Booth 2620
Power Climber Wind helps major wind turbine OEMs, owners, and service providers manage their operation and maintenance (O&M) costs by providing reliable
access equipment and expertise to improve employee safety, productivity, and retention. eir solutions for global wind farms include IBEX climb assist, turbine service lifts, tower and blade access platforms, safety equipment, and training. Power Climber Wind | www.powerclimberwind.com
Booth 4016
LP & EXE-MAX Series
Chicago Pneumatic offers the latest hydraulic bolting technology with unique bene ts that provide industry-leading safety and accuracy.
LP SERIES
• Versatile design
• Durable reaction area
• Unique wide-track ratchet teeth
EXE-MAX SERIES
• Fast 3-stage piston design
• Sturdy Protective Cage • Best ergonomics
www.cp.com | 1-800-624-4735 [email protected]
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