Your Wind Turbines, Your Data.

Take control of your wind turbines with controller retrofit

No OEM Reliance

Reduce O&M Costs

Wind turbines can be a black box when it comes to data. OEMs typically guard the data behind hardware and systems that prevent owners from access and then sell the access back to them. Typically the nucleus of this problem is the wind turbine control, this interfaces to all sensors, cabinets, converters and pitch systems. By replacing this system you can gain control and access over your own turbines and start to self-perform without having to pay OEMs to access it. If you are looking to bring in an independent service provider (ISP) then a complete data access and operation allows more companies to compete giving you a more competitive O&M price. Technician training is available to everyone free with every controller retrofit.

Increase AEP by 2.3% by retrofitting controllers

Change parameters

Improve performance

Much as the mobile phone in your pocket has changed in the last 20 years, so has controller hardware and algorithms. With more CPU, greater understanding of the wind and site specific conditions and a greater array of AEP features there has never been a better time to upgrade your 2MW wind turbine. Earlier cut-in, cut-out extension, pitch and in flow optimisation and much more. We can guarantee AEP gains of 2.3% subject to a provisional data analysis.

Improve data quality and WTG access

SCADA and CMS access

Improve Cyber Security

Remote resets

Whether you are trying to access operational or reliability data, having controller access can greater improve data access both in terms of resolution and speed. Sometimes data requests to OEMs can take weeks and the resolution is poor. You might receive a CSV file once every 24 hours with limited tags or parameters. With a controller retrofit you can not only access this data but you can customise the resolution, modify parameters and override alarms. With more remote access you can reset alarms, change parameters and reduce unnecessary downtime.

Perfect for life extension strategies

Manage loads & operate safely

Historic data access for better LE study

Protect from obsolescence

As assets age it becomes much harder to maintain a consistent supply of power electronics 25 years after the date of original manufacture. By retrofitting controllers you ensure continuity of supply and full data access to ensure that you are properly managing the risk of aging assets. If you are concerned about structural integrity of your wind turbines then you can utilise the controllers to reduce the loads on the wind turbine to ensure safe operation and longevity.

Enabling integration

Power Park Controllers (PPC)

CMS or third party hardware

BESS, PV or Hydrogen co-location

WTG controllers sit at the heart of your system architecture. Through enabling access there are a lot more options when it comes to not only new wind turbine hardware but also generation assets. Most new renewable planning applications now are submitted with a battery energy storage system (BESS) to take advantage of the grid connection and charge the batteries for free when the conditions are right. Through controller retrofit protocols can be accessed to enable fast and seemless communication between assets. We also offer power park controllers to enable grid compliance, active and reactive power, frequency modulation and fault ride through.

Quality of life for O&M Personnel

User friendly

Full access & control

Training and support

Most people in Operations and Maintenance work very hard but you shouldn’t have to do it all with one hand tied behind your back. Once you have full access and control over the wind turbine your working life will become so much easier. There are many beneficiaries of wind turbine controller retrofit. SCADA teams get higher resolution data and super user access. Technicians gain a touch screen display with fast response and easier troubleshooting of faults. Wind turbine owners can typically get lower O&M costs as anyone can now work on their turbines improving tender competition. Grid operators also benefit from compliance as a new WTG controller can allow variable voltage control and active and reactive power management. IT teams benefit from increased cyber security. Life extension teams are safe in the knowledge that their controller hardware has been updated, has product longevity and support but also the turbines can now be adjusted in line with the operation strategy beyond the intended design life. Reliability teams now have greater access to fault data and can look to seamlessly integrate CMS systems to provide advanced lead time to failure on major and minor components of concern. Sub-contractors also gain approved access with appropriate permissions without having to gain OEM approvals.

WTG Controller Retrofit