A wrong decision can often prove extremely costly
The Lightning Key Data System (LKDS) provides remote access to valuable information about the impact of an individual lightning strike on the turbine affected.
Knowing the exact time of the strike, the current value, the specific energy, the charge and the pulse transition time puts you in a position to make correct decisions quickly.
Above all, you can determine directly whether the wind turbine can continue operating safely, or whether you need to stop it for immediate inspection.
Moreover, the accumulated impact on the wind turbine’s Lightning Protection System (LPS) helps define the residual service life of wearing parts including blade receptors, spark loss, sliding switches, etc. This allows you to optimise inspections and replacements, leading to lower OPEX.
You also avoid unnecessary shutdowns and the expenses associated with them - largely in the form of transport costs, service fees and lost production.
At the same time, the system helps you identify early signs of damage in blades and electronic components in time to prevent disastrous consequences.