The external platform of a wind turbine serves as a crucial structure that supports the stable functioning of the turbine. It provides essential space for installation, maintenance, and repair activities. This platform is composed of several key components, including platform plates, support frameworks, safety guardrails, vertical ladders, electrical and lighting systems. Platform plates are typically constructed from galvanized steel or aluminum sheets, which are fastened together with bolts to facilitate easy assembly, disassembly, and future replacement. Safety guardrails are fabricated from steel pipes and have been treated with specialized anti-corrosion methods to ensure durability.
For onshore wind turbines, external platforms are generally located at the base and top of the tower, with a relatively small footprint. The base platform houses control equipment, which is vital for the turbine's stable operation. The top platform allows technicians to access the nacelle for maintenance and repair tasks, ensuring uninterrupted power generation.
In contrast, offshore wind turbines feature much larger and more complex external platforms. Given the harsh marine environment, these platforms must be highly stable and corrosion-resistant. They not only meet the maintenance requirements of the equipment but also often include helicopter landing pads, which significantly enhance the efficiency of personnel and material transportation, streamlining offshore operations and maintenance.
GE94M, GE98M, GE101M, GE114M, GE117M, GE128M, GE158M, etc |
NORDEX--TS125,NORDEX--TS145, etc |
GAMESA Galvanized Platforms, etc |
Vestas Galvanized Platforms, etc |