Non-destructive-testing tools allow in-field blade evaluation, decreasing down time
After successful field trials, Dantec Dynamics is releasing a new ruggedized shearography system for up-tower inspection. Shearography is an optical inspection technique to find sub-surface defects in material such as wind turbine blades. In conjunction with Rope Partner, the leader in rope access services in the wind-energy industry, the new capability will enable detection of defects, including wrinkling, up-tower across large areas while keeping access cost to a minimum. Minor defects can often lead to greater damage and can ultimately lead to blade failure, resulting in expensive replacement cost and lost production. No surface preparation is required and inspection-coverage rates of more than 150 sq ft. per hour can be achieved.
“There is no doubt that this collaboration, offering state-of-the-art technology coupled with fast reaction times and low access costs, adds high value to inspections from the customer’s perspective,”
Visit Dantec Dynamics and Rope Partner at WINDPOWER 2011 in Anaheim: To learn more about our partnership and see a demonstration of Dantec Dynamics’ shearography equipment, please visit Rope Partner’s booth (#4119).
About Rope Partner
Rope Partner is the premier provider of wind turbine maintenance, repair, and inspection services requiring specialized access approaches. Since 2001 in the U.S. (and 1998 in Europe) our rapid- response WindCorpsTM technicians have partnered with clients to deliver cost-effective, environmentally responsible solutions, resulting in increased turbine availability and operational longevity. Visit http://www.ropepartner.com/
About Dantec Dynamics
Dantec Dynamics is the global leader in integrated optical measuring systems for fluid diagnostics and material testing. Our systems are used to obtain measurement data of physical properties in air, gases, liquids and solid materials. http://www.dantecdynamics.com/
