Extreme temperatures present design challenges for turbine control systems.  Electronic components, connectors and other delicate components subjected to wide temperature fluctuations can result in the premature failure of these components. 

MLS engineers conduct system impact assessments related to wind turbine sites.  All components are assessed for flexibility and usability at extreme temperatures. 

Cold Climate applications

Many wind turbine problems can be caused by cold temperatures.  In very low temperatures applications, steel, plastics and even the wiring used in our subsystem fabrications needs to be designed to withstand cold climates.  MLS engineers work with the manufacturer's turbine designs, adapting control system features that are designed for arctic climates.  Examples of some adapted technology include heating elements, cold climate oil and grease, heated sensors, and sealing specific turbine components. 

MLS' low temperature packages include internal heaters, cold-weather lubricants, heated sensors and appropriate alloys for structural element.  To make turbine operation possible at lower temperatures, specific turbine components are sealed and cold-weather tolerant batteries and capacitors are integrated into our pitch systems.

Hot Weather applications

Additional thermal management considerations come into play in very high temperatures.  Cooling systems are used maintain critical components operational. Depending on the turbine's operational environment, electronic components that otherwise become too hot during operation will require cooling systems.

MLS control systems are engineered for all operating environments.

We would be pleased discuss your application needs.

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