MecVel Wind Line - Electric linear actuators for wind power systems

Product catalog summary

Introduction
MecVel has developed a range of electric linear actuators specifically for the wind power sector, recognizing the growing interest in renewable energy. These actuators are designed to improve efficiency and sustainability by relying solely on electricity, avoiding issues common in hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Benefits of MecVel Electric Systems
The actuators offer several advantages over hydraulic systems, including ease of installation, no maintenance requirements, and environmental sustainability. They are customizable to meet specific client needs, whether for industrial wind turbines or smaller domestic wind farms.

Applications in Wind Power
MecVel actuators are used in wind turbines for tasks such as controlling blade rotation speed and handling access doors. They can be equipped with IP65 and AT-EX certifications for safe operation in challenging environments, such as offshore wind farms. Additional features like anti-corrosion painting and moisture-resistant seals enhance their durability.

Specific Products

AV3 / ALI4F: These actuators control and regulate wind blade rotation speed, disengaging blades in excess wind conditions to prevent damage and ensure efficient energy storage.
ALI2F: This actuator automates the opening and closing of access doors and inspection hatches, allowing for safe maintenance and inspection of turbines.

Catalog excerpts

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Wind power MecVel actuators for the renewable energy field. MecVel Srl - Via Due Portoni 23, Bologna, Italy [email protected] - www.mecvel.com © Copyright MecVel 2022

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WIND LINE RENEWABLE ENERGY: ELECTRIC LINEAR ACTUATORS FOR WIND POWER SYSTEMS MecVel has developed a range of products specific to the wind power sector, following the growth of interest around renewable energy. MecVel recognizes the importance of this industrial sector and applies itself to it with dedication, intending to make people’s life better and easier. The electric linear actuator works with clean technology, relying only on electricity and avoiding typical problems of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Contaminants leaks, variations in the oil flow, or air pressure are then avoided in...

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wind line - 'bMecVer FOCUS ON WIND POWER MecVel actuators can be used inside a wind turbine to perform the following tasks: • Control and regulation of wind blade rotation speed. • Handling of access doors and inspection hatches. MecVel actuators may have IP65 and AT-EX certifications that allow working in safe and efficient conditions. They are designed and manufactured with high-quality materials, but these are not enough to guarantee efficiency even in the most hostile environments of use, such as offshore wind farms. In these cases, the products are likely to be equipped with options that...

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