MISTRAS specializes in safely accessing, inspecting, and repairing wind turbines and hydroelectric assets, with a focus on ensuring safe and efficient operations and minimizing downtime of the asset.
The general public increasingly relies on renewable energy sources, making their continued operation of crucial importance. At the same time, environmental factors such as rain, wind, and lightning strikes, along with the extreme stress from normal operating conditions, can lead to asset degradation over time.
MISTRAS performs inspection and maintenance services on onshore and offshore utility-scale wind turbines and farms, hydroelectric dams, solar panels, and all related componentry, including:
- Bearings
- Blades
- Couplings
- Gates
- Gearboxes
- Ladders
- Nacelles
- Spillways
- Tainter Gates
- Towers
- Turbines
Our technicians are backed by years of industry experience in performing services safely and efficiently in order to help our clients optimize maintenance spending and ensure safe operations.
Wind Energy Inspection, Maintenance, and Monitoring Services
Wind turbines and their related componentry receive special treatment from our technicians in ensuring that all assets operate as effectively and safely as possible. We perform various services for the wind energy sector, including:
- Asset Condition Monitoring
- Data Management and Analysis
- Field Inspections
- Maintenance
- Access (including rope access and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs/drone)
- Lab Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Services
With tower, nacelle, and blade services performed by our wind energy professionals, no aspect of a turbine goes overlooked. MISTRAS’ advanced technology and scope of solutions enable our teams to be a part of wind solutions through every step – from initial component testing to non-destructive testing (NDT), condition-monitoring during operations, data analysis and management, and even repairs. Our solutions are cost-effective, quick, and safe, helping to reduce downtime and budgetary concerns. Learn more about our solutions to maximize safety and uptime for wind turbine components here.
Hydroelectric Dam Facility Inspection & Maintenance Services
MISTRAS provides inspection, repair, and maintenance solutions for hydroelectric power generation facilities.
Corrosion and erosion, combined with pressure, loads, and stress from operational and environmental factors, can cause serious damage in hydroelectric facilities. Defects in hydroelectric power assets not only present safety hazards but can also cause serious damages for the people and communities that rely on hydroelectric utilities to power their homes and companies. With solutions for inspection of heavy-duty materials, our services are ideal for concrete inspection and subsequent maintenance work.
MISTRAS hydroelectric inspection and testing solutions include:
- Coupling, Bearing, and Gearbox Inspection
- Gate & Spillway Inspection
- Generator/Switchgear Testing
- Lube Oil Systems
- Nondestructive Examination (NDE)
- Rust System Inspection
- Stop Valve Testing
- Turbine Inspection Services
Once inspection is performed, some assets may be deemed in need of repair or restoration services. We offer maintenance services for dams and hydroelectric assets including:
- Anchor Installation
- Cleaning & Debris Removal
- Coating Repair
- Rope Access Rigging
- Torque Testing & Replacement of Bolts
- Welding & Electrical Services
Safe and Cost-Effective Access Strategies for Wind & Hydroelectric Assets
Utilizing rope access, platforms, lifts, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs/drones/crawlers), and fall protection solutions, we safely access all components using the most efficient means necessary, without the use of scaffolding or cranes. This enables our technicians to complete inspection and maintenance efficiently and economically. We also supply trained diving technicians to inspect and repair underwater components on turbines in offshore environments.
MISTRAS designs, manufactures, and installs fall protection solutions. We work directly with our clients to design the exact solution they need, accounting for materials of construction, load rating, project needs, and other factors to ensure the safety of all personnel.
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