Wind Turbine Components
A utility-scale wind turbine contains approximately 8,000 different components and requires both manufacturers and service industry firms in the supply chain. Utility-scale or large-wind is defined as over 660 kW in size while mid-wind is between 10 kW and 660 kW and small-wind is less than 10 kW in size.
The image below identifies the main large-wind turbine components. Of course, each of these main components is made up of many more components. For more information about the various components, visit the American Wind Energy Association website by clicking here.
For an image of the major components, click here.
Manufacturer Capabilities
Large wind tends to require the most advanced capabilities from its supply chain. Below is a list of the capabilities usually required for large-wind supply chain manufacturers. Often times the capabilities required of a supplier for mid- and small-wind can be less demanding.
For more information about manufacturer capability requirements, click here.