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Wind energy coatings

In wind power, every rotation counts — and corrosion protection keeps them turning.

Turn Longer, Perform Stronger

In the rapidly growing wind energy market, RIE provides a wide range of finishing solutions designed to protect both wind turbines and towers from galvanic corrosion and UV degradation caused by UV radiation. Whether inland or coastal-based turbines, our range of solutions keeps turbines online longer and with less maintenance downtime.

At RIE Coatings, we provide high-quality coatings for wind turbine components. We work with leading manufacturers and offer services for many part types and volumes. Our extensive industry expertise and comprehensive process make us a reliable partner for your operation. 

The Challenges Faced in Wind Turbine Environments

Depending on the wind conditions and turbine design, it can produce significant power, even in a single spin. Maximizing the lifespan and performance of these turbines is essential for optimal power generation. A few common challenges to wind turbine operations include:

  • Corrosion: Rain, humidity and airborne contaminants all corrode metal over time. Saltwater spray increases corrosion in offshore turbines. 
  • UV radiation: These systems constantly face ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Over time, the sunlight degrades surfaces, making them more vulnerable to failure. 
  • Mechanical stress: Constant vibration and cyclic loading harm internal components if they aren’t protected. 

Coatings for the Wind Energy Industry

At RIE Coatings, we provide a wide range of finishing solutions to protect the rapidly growing wind energy market. Our services enable you to access components with reduced chances of galvanic corrosion and UV degradation. We can coat components used in inland or coastal turbines. 

We commonly offer protective coatings for wind turbine fasteners, nuts, bolts, stampings, screws and other miscellaneous hardware. These parts may use carbon steel, stainless steel or specialty alloys. 

Whatever the surface, we’ll identify a suitable coating product. Some common coatings we use are Magni 525 and 565, which are multi-layer systems without chrome, an environmentally hazardous substance. These substances offer corrosion resistance against UV, humidity and salt spray. We can also provide coatings for wind turbines that offer chemical resistance and dry film lubrication to protect against friction on fasteners. 

Benefits We Offer for Manufacturers

Wind turbine original equipment manufacturers that work with us for component coating can experience many benefits. We offer coatings that protect parts so you experience reduced maintenance and life cycle costs. These components can help wind turbines meet reliability goals. Here are a few other benefits we offer:

  • Expertise: We have worked with manufacturers like GE Wind. Our team is ready to assist in coating parts for national and international wind energy projects. 
  • Certifications: Our facilities conform to ISO 9001:2015 for quality management systems. This recognition demonstrates our commitment to reliable and repeatable processes. 
  • Environmental compliance: We utilize wind energy coatings and techniques that meet relevant chemical safety and environmental protection regulations, including Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) and Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH).

Contact Us for a Custom Solution

When you reach out to us online, we will connect you with an engineer with the coating expertise you need. Our experts will collaborate with you to identify a high-quality solution for your wind turbine applications. 

Common use cases
  • Threaded Fasteners
  • Stampings
  • Nuts
  • Bolts
  • Screws
  • Miscellaneous Hardware
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
  • UV Protection
  • Corrosion Protection
Solutions & Capabilities
  • Magni 525
  • Magni 565
Specifications
INDUSTRIES of Expertise
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