Blade Repairs

Blade Repair Services

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Utilizing a variety of access techniques for blade repair, United Wind Power LLC are able to provide quality service in the repair of all aspects of wind turbine blade damage.

Our skilled blade repair teams use cutting-edge technology to provide a variety of composite solutions for all types of damage. We use a variety of methods to reach difficult-to-reach locations for all turbine models.

We cover all blade maintenance events, from inspection to repair, with our bespoke reporting system and cutting-edge innovations to provide a one-stop, straightforward solution.

Get in touch with us today and schedule a wind turbine blade repair with one of our expert. Call us at (515) 422-8113 or send us an email at office@unitedwindpowerllc.com

Repairs Done Right The First Time

Lighting Damage

Leading Edge Erosion Correction

Blade Balancing

Remediation Project

Refurbishments and Structural Damage

Why are Wind Turbine Blades Important?

Wind turbine blades present a unique challenge, and a variety of blade damages can occur during the life of a WTG. Turbine blade damage is not only the most common type of WIT damage, but it is also the most common type of WIT damage.

This can happen in a variety of ways and must be constantly monitored to avoid escalation into more serious issues. The majority of the turbine's power is generated near the leading edge and at the tips of the blades. As a result, it is critical to keep them in good condition. The following sections describe five different types of WTG blade damage, as well as their causes and preventions.

Types of Blade Damage

Blade Cracks – Cracks can form as a result of a variety of factors, including high temperatures or extreme weather conditions. However, they are usually detected during routine inspections and are easily repaired. The same cannot be said for web cracks, which may not be visible at first. Internal cracks appear as a result of high blade stress and necessitate a complex repair by highly skilled engineers.
Leading Edge Erosion (LEE) – Leading edge erosion, possibly the most common and discussed issue, can have a significant impact on WTG performance and, as a result, energy output.
Delamination – Delamination can also be caused by structural damage, blade stress, or a manufacturing flaw. This entails splitting laminate layers and, at times, bending the blade 2 to 5 meters at the tip.
Blade Furniture Detachment - Over time, certain blade furniture can simply deteriorate or detach. This can occur as a result of poor application, a factory design flaw, or stress. Initially, some blade furniture was made of plastic and was not UV resistant. As a result, the glue would deteriorate and fall off.
Lightning Strikes Damage - Lightning strikes are possibly the most damaging blade issues. This is usually due to the remote locations and unstable environments in which WTGs operate. They are extremely vulnerable to problems caused by extreme weather conditions. The impact on the structure of the blade is noticeable, and repairs are very expensive, frequently resulting in long turbine downtime.