Why are maintenance strategies important?
How can you ensure wind turbines continue to deliver results and meet energy production targets? The best and most cost-effective way is simple – a maintenance strategy.
Not convinced? Let us give you five very good reasons why.
Maximizing Efficiency with Regular Maintenance
- Did you know regular maintenance increases turbine efficiency by up to 20%, resulting in an average annual energy production boost of £50,000 to £100,000.
Cost Savings Through Preventive Maintenance
- Implementing a preventive maintenance plan can save up to thousands of pounds per year per wind turbine – avoiding major breakdowns and reducing costly emergency repairs.
- For instance, the cost of repairing or replacing a damaged wind turbine blade can range from £80,000 to £300,000 depending on the severity of the damage.
Extending Lifespan
- Well-maintained wind turbines have a lifespan extended by 10 years on average, adding approximately £150,000 to £250,000 in additional energy production.
Data-Driven Decisions
- Data analytics in maintenance can lead to a reduction of up to £30,000 in maintenance costs by optimizing service schedules and predicting failures more accurately.
Sustainable Energy for the Future
- Effective maintenance ensures consistent energy generation, supporting wind power’s contribution to supplying over 7% of global electricity demand and reducing CO2 emissions by 1.8 billion tons annually.
- Missing leading edge erosion damages on wind turbine blades can increase maintenance costs by up to £40,000 and reduce the turbine’s annual energy production by 2% to 4%, resulting in significant financial losses over time.
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