KRAIBURG LEP – Leading Edge Protection
KRAIBURG LEP is a highly specialized film developed to protect the leading edges of wind turbine blades from erosion damage.
Industry and field of application
Onshore and Offshore wind
energy production
KRAIBURG LEP not only provides long-lasting erosion protection for the leading edges of wind turbine blades, but also offers simultaneous UV protection for the erosion protection film. Its ease of application is a key factor. Its long-term reliability under high dynamic loads reduces the maintenance and service costs for wind turbines. Due to its special suitability for use under extreme conditions, customers in both the onshore and offshore sectors benefit from KRAIBURG LEP.
Wind energy: a pillar of sustanable energy supply
Wind turbines play a crucial role in the use of green electricity and thus in reducing CO2 emissions. KRAIBURG LEP significantly contributes to increasing the efficiency and lifetime of wind turbines by protecting the leading edges of rotor blades from erosion damage. This innovative technology improves the performance of wind turbines and meets the challenge of effectively utilizing natural wind power, which is essential for manufacturers, as well as service and maintenance companies.
Benefits of KRAIBURG LEP
High impact damping (protection against water droplets or other particles)
Direct integration during rotor blade manufacturing through resin infusion (no additional bonding agents required)
Subsequent application using suitable adhesives (e.g. during maintenance work on rotor blades)
Improved water droplet drainage (low surface tension of the film for improved drainage and higher protection)
Excellent UV resistance (long-term effectiveness even under extreme environmental conditions)
What sets KRAIBURG LEP apart?
KRAIBURG LEP is specifically developed to withstand high dynamic loads. Extensive studies have shown that the use of KRAIBURG LEP significantly reduces damage to the fiber composite structure at the impact site.
The development of KRAIBURG LEP focused on practical requirements, including the possibility of partial repairs (splicing). Tests have shown that repaired areas with an impact angle of 45° and 90° overlap show no difference from the undamaged film, even after a ten-hour rain erosion simulation.
Regular maintenance and service play a crucial role in the life cycle of a wind turbine. A damaged surface leads to poor rotor blade performance and high repair costs. By using KRAIBURG LEP and the possibility of partial repairs can significantly reduce service and repair costs.
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