Pitch Hub Training Systems (Electrical or Hydraulic)

Pitch Hub Training Systems (Electrical or Hydraulic)

Pitch Hub Training Systems (Electrical or Hydraulic)

  • Hands-on training for real-world operation and maintenance situations
  • Prepares learners with the skills and training for jobs as wind turbine technicians
  • Allows interconnection with the EDS® Nacelle Training System
  • Features all the components typically found in the hub of a commercial wind turbine, as well as a representation of the wind turbine blade
  • Addresses blade pitch control and emergency back-up systems using the appropriate technologies typical to the respective electrical or hydraulic pitch control systems
  • A Siemens PLC controls the different functions of the hubs and is located in a transparent electrical enclosure, with all the other electrical components

Topics Covered

  • Introduction to energy production with wind power
  • Machine safety
  • SCADA introduction
  • Rotor
  • Electric pitch control operation (Electrical Pitch Hub System)
  • Hydraulic system and pitch control operation (Hydraulic Pitch Hub System)
  • Electrical system
  • Back-up power (Electrical Pitch Hub System)
  • Troubleshooting