Page 18 - North American Clean Energy May/June 2019 Issue

wind power
Small, compact, and functional blade monitoring system
e SHM.Blade and IDD.Blade systems from Wölfel Wind Systems allow structural damage and icing on the blade to be detected easily and e ciently. Structural Noise Sensors (SNS) are ber-optically connected and measure vibrations and sound directly in the individual rotor blades. e storage and evaluation of
the recorded sensor data is carried out in the Data Acquisition and Processing
Unit (DAPU) in the hub. Taking into account the operating and environmental conditions provided by the wind turbine control system, the system automatically calculates condition indicators that provide information on the blade condition around the clock. By means of a warning and alarm setup, the control system
is noti ed about critical deviations from the previously determined reference condition whereupon it can initiate countermeasures. Due to the small number
of components and the compact sensors, SHM.Blade and IDD.Blade require
very little installation space. anks to the robust hardware and the extended temperature range from -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C), they can also be used under almost all environmental and weather conditions. In addition, lightning protection has been optimized; metal-free cables with optical bers make the system immune to electromagnetic radiation and there is no risk of ashover in the event of a lightning strike. In addition to optimizing the hardware, the revision also brings improvements in product functionality. e evaluation of the data can still be carried out via the external Monitoring Intelligence Center MIC.Wind. Via a web interface, the user can recognize the turbine’s state at a glance.
Wölfel Wind Systems /// www.woelfel.de
High-performance UL 1077 supplementary protectors
ABB presents a new generation of miniature circuit breakers (MCBs) for electrical equipment that provides high levels of strength, performance, and savings, while remaining compliant with the UL 1077 standard. e new ST 200 M supplementary protectors are intended for use within industrial control panels, appliances, and other equipment to protect against overcurrent where branch-circuit protection already has been provided or is not required. e ST 200 M reduces the number
of parts users need to order and makes it easier for distributors, OEMs, and consumers to do business with ABB. e new supplementary protectors are built with a thermoplastic housing which reduces the potential for transportation damages. Additionally, the ST 200 M o ers an interrupt rating up to 10kA. e voltage ratings of the ST 200 M are 480Y/277 VAC and 60/125VDC, which eliminate the necessity of using two di erent product lines for AC and DC applications.
e ST 200 M carries a short-circuit current classi cation of U2, which expands
its range of applications. e ST 200 M features a red/green contact position indicator for increased safety by indicating the actual position of the contacts.
Its calibration temperature of 104°F (40°C) reduces derating in industrial control panels at higher ambient temperatures. Installation of the ST 200 M is easy in part because it features ABB’s patented twin terminals with captive screws for eld wiring up to AWG 4. e new labeling of the ST 200 M is done with lasers, providing high resistance to fading, enabling easy identi cation of product type, rating, and approvals, even when it is installed on the panel.
ABB /// www.tnb.com
High torque for industrial applications
e new 14.4-volt Right Angle Cordless Screwdriver from Snap-on brings high torque, and easy-to-use one-handed
bit insertion, to industrial applications. e 14.4-volt Right Angle Cordless Screwdriver delivers 150 inch-pounds of torque with up to 1550 RPM free speed, making it suitable for dash work, stripped fasteners, and removing/installing panels in select industrial, aerospace, and power generation applications. e new 14.4-volt Right Angle Cordless Screwdriver (part number CTSR761) features an oversized paddle trigger and easy access forward/ reverse button. Other features and bene ts include an ergonomic cushion grip, two-speed gearbox, variable speed extended trigger, nine position clutch, built in LED light, (2) 14.4-volt lithium batteries with a rapid 55-minute charge time, and accommodates most standard style screwdriver and power bits.
Snap-on Industrial
/// www.snapon.com
Small, tough, and portable videoscope
Olympus’ IPLEX G Lite ultra-portable industrial videoscope o ers fast, easy visual inspections of small or di cult-to-access locations. e lightweight, 2.5lb (1.15kg) videoscope features powerful imaging and measurement tools and is rugged enough to pass U.S. Department of Defense drop test standards (MIL-STD-810G). Easy, one-handed operation, a touch screen monitor, and electrically-operated tip articulation simplify inspections while interchangeable illumination options allow users to quickly and easily swap their LED for UV or IR illumination when working in dark environments. Smart Video Recording automatically records the last 30 minutes of video inspections to help eliminate accidental erasure. An oil-clearing adaptor uses capillary action to enabling users to get clear images without having to remove the insertion tube to clean the lens.
Olympus Scienti c Solutions
/// www.olympus-ims.com
Industrial waterproof ethernet switch
Antaira Technologies’ LNX-0500-M12-67 M12 IP67 Layer 2 series switches have been designed speci cally for harsh industrial environments. eir 5-year warranty guarantees reliable operation
in applications that are subject to high vibration and shock. e redundant power inputs of 12 to 48VDC through an M12 5-pin A-coded male connector ensures availability and uptime. e IP67 rating signi es these switches can withstand large volumes of water and submersion for up to 1 minute. ese switches feature a wide operating temperature of -10° to 70°C in the standard model and -40° to 75°C in the extended temperature model which allows this device to be used in extreme climates. e LNX-0500-M12-67 M12 IP67 Layer 2 series switches are also easy to manage. e 5 port 10/100MB LAN M12 ports o er 148,800pps for
fast packet switching with store and forward technology. e M12 4-pin D-coded, female connectors feature auto negotiation speeds, full/half duplex mode, and auto MDI/MDI-X connections.
Antaira Technologies
/// www.antaira.com
Enhanced customer experience in managing installed assets
Wärtsilä Online is a web-based customer platform aimed at providing a support service allowing customers to better manage their installed assets. e new platform replaces the company’s current customer portal, Wärtsilä Online Services, which has been supporting customer installations since 2014. Wärtsilä Online is designed to enable mobile usage, and has enhanced and new features that create notable customer value in terms of smart maintenance management and real-time collaboration. is 24/7 service minimizes the time spent in manual steps, reduces human errors, and provides customers with readily available and up-to-date information regarding their installations.
Wärtsilä Corporation
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