Wind Power Solutions

Our wide product range, from low-voltage Masterpact MTZ circuit breaker and Tesys F contactor to medium-voltage switchgear, has been designed to withstand stringent environments such as in the nacelle of a turbine. Our solutions can be installed in wind turbines up to 4000m above sea level and at a temperature range from -40 to +50C. They comply with all the relevant standards and meet all the needs of networks.

> Reduce downtime and increase the lifetime of your equipment. 
> Lower both your capital and operating expenses by up to 25% through power factor correction and harmonic mitigation
> Increase safety by continuous thermal monitoring and detection of abnormal temperature
> Increase safety with integrated switchgear and transformer substations

Our expertise in automation and electrical distribution has resulted in a fully customised wind turbine solution that includes the best fit for all of your auxiliary circuits.

> Panel boards that are safe and dependable.
> HMI that is cost-efficient, with high connectivity.
> Control and signalling is both compact and simple to use.
> Surge protection for reliable, safe, clean power.
> Accurate and dependable motor starters, soft starters, and variable-speed drives.

You'll get complete control over your turbine with a compact, rugged combination of a programmable logic controller (PLC) and UPS. It's low in power consumption, runs even when no wind energy is being collected, and can be easily modified or upgraded.

> Smooth, effortless shutdown of turbine, monitoring and control systems.
> Capture status/failure data during outage events.
> Reduce maintenance costs, improve reliability, simplify troubleshooting.
> Enhanced safety for turbine, grid and personnel.

Schneider Electric has a wealth of experience in the offshore market, with references in over 100 farms in Northern Europe alone. We have been working with offshore wind developments for 8 years and have over 5000 panels installed. We provide customised MV-LV pre-engineered, pre-validated architecture that is smarter to operate and manage. This helps you to speed the delivery of your project with a simple execution.

> Insulated switchgear to optimise the electrical installation, improve performance and better service continuity.
> Highly efficient and reliable Wind- dedicated transformers
> Customised, prefabricated substations to improve network efficiency and maximise electricity production.
> A complete electrical installation to better manage maintenance costs.
> Assets monitoring and the maintenance plan optimisation

We provide the solution to relieve that grid-induced anxiety, to bring you the optimised reliability you need and to guarantee 99.5% availability. The solution begins with SF6 insulated metal-enclosed switchgear, which is designed to ensure maximum safety in a reduced-space environment. Its design also ensures that it is unaffected by the environment, enabling a superior continuity of service. In terms of grid code requirements, we design and provide everything you need to comply, from fixed LV and MV power factor solutions to real-time compensation systems.

> Up to 25% reduction is commonly achievable in both capital and operational expenses
> Significant reduction in downtime
> Extended equipment lifetime
> Minimised system losses and demand power
> Reduced overloading on the electrical system, thereby releasing usable capacity
> Reduced power factor for low-level harmonics

The Schneider Electric supervision solution gives you a single view for all your wind farm needs, including energy metering that boasts the highest accuracy in the industry. Providing you with an extensive array of consultancy options and services throughout the whole life cycle of your project, Schneider will be a partner you can count on.

> Optimise electricity production and maintenance cost
> Prevent power failure
> Ensure protection of your equipment
> Improve the reliability of electrical systems and assets
> Maximise return on investment
> Reduce reaction time in case of fault on a site
> Lower operational expenses