Wind turbines have become a critical component in the United States’ drive towards sustainable energy. As more wind farms are being constructed across the world, ensuring that the wind turbines remain operational and efficient is vital. Wind turbine maintenance is essential for the turbines to be in good working condition, minimizing downtime, and ensuring the safety of the workers. Here are five tips for wind turbine maintenance.
Read MoreApplying the correct bolt torque to critical industrial applications, such as wind turbines, bridges, gas and oil pipelines and pumps and valves, can be the determining factor if a company running smoothy, or could face a catastrophe.
Read MoreTorque Wrench Calibration, Hydraulic Torque Wrench Calibration, torque calibration
True or false: With proper use, torque tools will remain accurate. If you guessed false, that's right. Even with appropriate storage and use – or no use at all – every torque tool requires routine calibration for accuracy and repeatability, including manual tools. Without torque calibration, bolt tightening inaccuracies from improperly set tools can have catastrophic consequences for your assembly results and your bottom line.
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