Lubrication of wind turbines - SKF training course
SKF have developed a practical training course which is specific to the wind turbine and renewable energy industry related to automatic lubrication systems which Lubemec are promoting on behalf of SKF to the market particularly for the OEM and O&M's associated with this sector.
THE COURSE OBJECTIVE
This course will explain the need for lubrication and how the lubricant is applied to wind turbines/renewable energy sources. The course is intended for apprentices, technicians, maintenance personnel and operations personnel who require some detail on how their system works. However, the course can be tailored to meet the needs of anyone involved with these machines.
The course will discuss the benefits of automatic lubrication, as well as systems components, maintenance and trouble shooting the system.
BACKGROUND SCIENCE:
> Explain what infrared radiation is
> Explain the difference between temperature and heat
> Understanding Celsius and Fahrenheit temperature scales
> Comparing temperature differences measured using different scales
INTRODUCTION TO SKF LUBRICATION BUSINESS UNIT:
> What is available
> Products and systems
WHY AUTOMATIC LUBRICATION IS NEEDED:
> General overview of why lubrication is required
> How automatic lubrication helps this
HAZARDS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
> Automatic lubrication specific
LUBRICATION TYPES AND GRADES:
> How this effects an automatic lubrication system
> Which ones are used
APPLICATIONS ON TURBINES/RENEWABLE:
> Areas of the machines that lubrication can be found
SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS USED:
> Single Line grease systems
> Progressive systems
> Multi line and circulating oil systems
SYSTEM DESIGN AND OPERATION OF INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS:
> Overview
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND FAULT FINDING:
> What needs to be maintained and how to maintain it
> How to find and rectify system faults
Duration: 1 Day - 2016 course schedule
16 May in Luton, 08 August in Leeds and 21 November in Aberdeen
From the HES Lubemec team
01452 733 104 - [email protected]
Also more information can be found on our lubrication webpages.
HES Lubemec are official agents for the SKF and Lincoln brands, including Vogel and Spandau.