This panel discussion delves into the realm of materials and production

manufacturing within the wind turbine tower industry, focusing on the latest

technologies that are shaping the future of tower manufacturing processes.

The panel aims to uncover advancements that can drive increased

productivity and efficiency, enabling participants to stay at the forefront of

the rapidly evolving wind turbine tower sector.

• Exploring the latest technologies, such as automation, robotics, and

additive manufacturing, that are revolutionizing the production of wind

turbine towers, leading to improved productivity and efficiency.

• Discussing cutting-edge material advancements, including composite

materials and coatings, that offer enhanced performance characteristics,

durability, and reduced maintenance requirements in wind turbine towers.

• Highlighting strategies for optimizing production processes, such as digital

twin simulation, predictive modelling, and data analytics, to achieve higher

levels of precision, quality, and operational efficiency in wind turbine tower

manufacturing.

• Examining the role of supply chain management and collaboration in

achieving seamless integration of materials and manufacturing processes,

ensuring timely availability of resources, and maximizing productivity

throughout the value chain in wind turbine tower production.

Holger Lange

Managing Director

P.E. Concepts

Kumayl Sarwar

Technical Project Manager

SENSEWind

Ing. Dr. hc. Ronald Wagner

Software Validation Engineer

Siemens Mobility

• How to determine a physical based axial buckling capacity curve?

• How does geometry influence imperfection sensitivity?

• How to consider different manufacturing processes in design?

• How to use probabilistic methods as a reasonable design tool?

Ing. Dr. hc. Ronald Wagner

Software Validation Engineer

Siemens Mobility

• Cost and availability

Nico Göbel, Head of tower and foundation, Speaker TBC, P.E. Concepts