Continued operation of wind turbines
Safe, economical and approvable — with technical proof of stability
After 20 years, the planned operating life of a wind turbine usually comes to an end — but not necessarily its technical potential. Many systems can continue to be operated technically, provided that they meet certain requirements.
Extend lifespan. Minimize risks. Ensuring profitability.
8.2 assesses for you whether continued operation is possible — well-founded, independently and with regard to safety, yield and regulatory requirements.
Prolonged use — structured and safe
Whether it's a changed park configuration, new profitability goals or the expiry of EEG funding: We analyse the remaining technical useful life of your wind turbine and create the basis for safe continued operation.
Our independent reviewers rate:
- Wind and turbulence conditions at the site
- History and load of the plant
- Plant-specific risks and vulnerabilities
The Evaluation and Audit for Continued Operation (BPW) makes statements as to whether
- On the basis of existing real conditions, it is possible to determine the remaining useful life of the entire plant (analytical part)
- Checking the technical condition of the entire plant, taking into account plant-specific risk factors, enables continued operation (practical part)
Continued operation is only possible if both test parts are positive.
The result: your expert opinion
The results are documented in a technical statement. This includes:
- The calculated total useful life
- Technical requirements for continued operation
- Evidence to the approval authority
Our range of services for your continued operation:
- Calculation of the technically possible remaining useful life
- Weak point analysis for specific plant types
- Inspection and condition assessment of the entire plant
- Preparation of a stability certificate
- Individual recommendations for risk minimization
Our recommendations are based on specific data from your plant — including its history, location parameters and load profiles. In this way, we create a reliable basis for decision-making for continued economic operations.
We have already successfully assessed thousands of wind turbines for continued operation.
Rely on independent expertise — for safe operation beyond the planned service life.
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