The Switch has taken a closer look at how to decrease the cost of energy. The formula for lowering the cost of energy is ultimately very simple: Lower overall investment and O&M costs, while extending equipment lifetime and boosting the amount of energy generated.
Increase annual energy production
High availability and great efficiency curves make a winning combination to boost annual energy production (AEP). The Switch permanent magnet generator (PMG) technology keeps turbines running, ensuring fewer failures and requiring less maintenance while delivering superior efficiencies over a wide range of wind speeds.
Minimize total life cycle costs
Lowering total life cycle costs means cutting expenses associated with the initial capital investment as well as the O&M costs over the lifetime of the equipment. PMG solutions may involve slightly higher investment costs, but they excel at keeping costs down over time. All products from The Switch require minimal maintenance and feature a highly serviceable design.
Extend equipment lifetime
A good purpose-built design, well-selected materials and components, and a carefully planned maintenance program can substantially lengthen equipment lifetime. For example, a good drive train design minimizes cogging torque, reducing the amount of vibration and extending the lifetime of all components. Current designs from The Switch have already been calculated to last longer than 20 years.
FusionDrive®, the industry’s smartest gear and generator combo
Now you can see and measure specifically how we are lowering the cost of energy. During Husum WindEnergy 2012, we will display one of our solutions, the 3 MW FusionDrive®, in real-life size.
Visit us at Husum WindEnergy 2012 at booth 2F06 and see how to lower the cost of energy for your turbine!
