Pitch gear repair becomes relevant when damaged teeth affect the wind turbine pitch system and can lead to misalignment, increased load and downtime.
The challenge
Damaged teeth on a pitch gear can quickly put a wind turbine out of operation. Even minor damage can lead to misalignment, increased stress on the drive system and, in the worst case, a complete shutdown.
The traditional solution may be to replace the entire component. This is often a complex process that requires a crane, extended downtime and significant costs for spare parts and external equipment.
The alternative
At Cetec Energy, we take a different approach to the problem. Our teams carry out precision repairs at height, so the work can be carried out directly on the wind turbine.
Using a specialised and tried-and-tested procedure for repairing pitch gears, the welding work is carried out inside the turbine, where the damaged teeth are rebuilt and restored without the component having to be fully dismantled.
The result
This method brings the workshop’s expertise into the wind turbine. It is faster, more cost-effective and helps to extend the service life of critical components.
For the operator, this means reduced downtime, better cost control and a wind turbine that can be back in operation within a matter of days – not weeks.
