Industries Served

Wind

With processes and products that match our nation’s ever-evolving energy needs, Kloeckner is at the forefront as wind technology advances into the future.

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The Wind Industry

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Kloeckner is proud to spearhead the processes and products that are advancing the wind industry into the future. Kloeckner offers a full array of structural components for wind turbines including panels, clips, and more. For reliable, advanced, and cost-effective solutions that can withstand harsh conditions, Kloeckner is your partner in renewable energy.

Products Serving the Wind Industry

Services Provided to the Wind Industry

Roll Forming

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Laser Cutting

For a better cut, choose Kloeckner, the...

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Tube Laser

With investments in the latest laser tube...

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Press Braking

Kloeckner is committed to providing end-to-end press...

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Plate Processing

Let Kloeckner’s experienced thermal and plasma cutting...

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Stretcher Leveling

With vast investments in the latest stretcher...

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Sawing

With strong investments in the latest equipment,...

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Drilling

When it comes to drilling equipment and...

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Precision Leveling

With expanded precision leveling capabilities thanks to...

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Cut to Length

Leading the North American metals industry with...

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Stamping

Providing the latest stamping capabilities is one...

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Welding

Kloeckner is capable of MIG, TIG, and...

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Special Equipment Serving the Wind Industry

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Why is steel used in wind turbines?

    Answer:

    Renewable energy would not be possible without steel. Each new megawatt of wind power requires 120 to 180 tons of steel. As well, since wind turbine components are heavy, you need a strong metal like steel to support them.

  • How much steel is used in wind turbine towers?

    Answer:

    A large portion of the wind industry used copper and aluminum in its wind turbines in the past. As the towers grew, requiring more metal, copper and aluminum became too expensive. In today’s turbines, steel usually makes up 66% to 79% of the total mass.

  • What type of steel is used in wind turbine towers?

    Answer:

    In designing wind turbine towers, fatigue and corrosion damage are the greatest challenges because of the shear force wind turbines create. Tubular steel is commonly used in the wind industry to withstand the heavy loads. It is typically made in sections that are tapered at the top. For most wind turbine support structures, A572 Grade 50 or A709 Grade 50 are used.

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Additional Industries Served

In addition to serving the wind industry, Kloeckner caters to a wide range of related industries including the electrical, oil & gas, and solar sectors. Our mission is to be a full-line service center that offers customers unparalleled product scope, full logistical support, and superior customer service across the metals industry.
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