3M to showcase expanded wind energy generation portfolio at AWEA

3M will highlight its expanded wind portfolio of adhesives, sealants, and personal protection equipment at this year’s AWEA WINDPOWER event in New Orleans. As the wind energy industry continues to grow at an exponential pace, there has been a renewed importance to build and maintain wind turbines that achieve a maximum return on investment (ROI). For more than 40 years, 3M has been a leader in the renewable energy industry due to their expertise in product innovation, development and manufacturing. This year, 3M will highlight its expanded wind portfolio – from adhesives and sealants to personal protection equipment – at the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) Show from May 23 to 26, in New Orleans. This year, visitors to the 3M booth will learn more about the company’s soon to be released product – 3M Wind Protection Tape W8750 – designed to significantly reduce the effects of leading edge erosion, extend maintenance and service levels and provide a fast and easy application process. During the show, 3M will also demonstrate its complete line of wind energy products, which will include: Wind Blade Protective Coating W4601 Designed to help protect wind turbine blade leading edges from damage caused by sand and rain erosion and minor impact, this two-component polyurethane coating provides excellent erosion protection in a single or multiple layer(s). PU Filler W3610 A tough, flexible two-part epoxy polyurethane filler ideal for finishing and smoothing wind turbine blade surfaces and leading edges. Dry Layup Adhesive W7900 2.0 A sprayable, synthetic elastomer based adhesive for bonding and holding glass fabrics, and roving other reinforcements and materials in place during the infusion process. “3M is proud to be an industry leader in renewable energy by ensuring that our full line of products enhances reliability, improves performance and provides the highest level of safety,” said Santhosh Chandrabalan, Global Business Manager, 3M Wind Energy. “Through our partnerships, resources and expertise, we are able to provide unparalleled technical support and supply products anywhere in the world.” Through their commitment to provide wind OEMs everything they need in the field, 3M recently announced the acquisition of Capital Safety, which brings more than 70 years of expertise in fall protection strategies. Highlighted products from the 3M Personal Safety Division will include: ExoFit NEXTM Wind Energy Positioning/Climbing Harness RollglissTM R550 Rescue and Descent Device Lad-SafTM X3 Detachable Cable Sleeve Visit booth #5119 at the AWEA Conference. For more information about 3M Wind Energy, please visit www.3m.com/Wind. For more information about Capital Safety, please visit 3M.com/FallProtection.