Adhesives used in wind energy applications must be able to withstand harsh environmental conditions, such as high temperature fluctuations, exposure to UV radiation, moisture, and salt spray.
They should also have high strength and durability to ensure long-term performance and reliability. Some common adhesives used in wind energy applications include:
It's important to note that the selection of the ideal adhesive for wind energy applications will depend on the specific requirements of the application, including the materials being bonded, the environmental conditions, and the expected lifespan of the adhesive bond. Therefore, it's important to consult with our team of experts before making your selection.
Structural adhesives are applicable to a variety of wind turbine structure components including:
Curing times are a crucial aspect of bonding. Some applications require adhesives that cure quickly, such as repair operations, while other applications need a slower cure time, as in manufacturing.
Large wind blades, for one, need a slower cure time. When bonding the two blade halves and laying down beads of adhesives, it's good to have a curing process begin at the same time. An adhesive should not start curing before all of it is applied to the entire blade. When the dispensing finishes, the two halves are placed together, and the curing can commence. Curing at room temperature lets the adhesives provide crack resistance for a variety of composite, metal, and plastic assemblies.
Engineering assistance is available for joint design, fixturing recommendations, adhesive selection, and MMD (bulk dispensing) equipment guidance. If you need help choosing one of our standard adhesive products or if they don’t quite meet your needs, let us help you find a solution.
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