Lightning Protection
SLPS (Static and Lightning Protection System) is AP Renewables’ advanced lightning protection and static mitigation solution engineered specifically for Siemens Gamesa fleets—designed to safeguard your assets. This advanced system improves grounding paths and reduces nuisance alarms, to keep turbines running during weather events.
Operators using SLPS have seen tangible improvements in turbine performance, with:
– Higher energy output: An increase of 1.8% AEP.
– Improved turbine reliability: Reduced lightning-related downtime.
– Lower operational costs: Fewer repairs and extended component lifespan.
Advanced Lightning Protection for Siemens Gamesa Wind Turbines
Lightning strikes. Static build-up. Nuisance alarms.
If you operate Siemens Gamesa turbines, you know these issues cost uptime, damage components, and erode revenue. Our SLPS (Static and Lightning Protection System) kits are a smarter, more reliable lightning and static protection system built for real-world conditions.
By reducing electrical interference caused by static during weather events, it prevents nuisance alarms from interrupting performance to improve overall turbine efficiency. SLPS helps you unlock the true potential of your wind energy investments.
What Is SLPS?
SLPS is a field-tested Siemens Gamesa retrofit kit that upgrades legacy lightning systems into a continuous-contact, no-spark solution. It replaces the limitations of the OEM airgap spark system by bridging gaps and delivering a low-impedance, constant grounding path that safely channels lightning to ground.
✔ Improves turbine earthing and grounding
✔ Eliminates uncontrolled lightning discharge
✔ Reduces bearing damage and component stress
✔ Retrofit without OEM lock-in
Protect Your Fleet.
SLPS is engineered to solve the impact of weather-related events on Siemens Gamesa turbines.
✔ Fix repeat lightning faults and uncontrolled discharge
✔ Stop nuisance alarms (2106 & 2118) and false trips
✔ Prevent static interference during storms and sand events
✔ Reduce static-related downtime and lost production
✔ Improve SG grounding path and conductivity
SLPS stops unnecessary, static-triggered shutdowns at the source, so your turbines stay online when it matters most.
Why Do Operators Trust SLPS?
1. Increased Annual Energy Production (AEP)
Operators report ~1.8% AEP improvement by reducing downtime and maintaining performance during lightning and static events.
2. Advanced Lightning Protection
Engineered to handle high-intensity strikes, SLPS protects blades, nacelle, and control systems while providing a stable surge path to ground.
3. Static Charge Mitigation
A proven static mitigation kit that neutralizes charge build-up, eliminating nuisance alarms and storm-related trips.
4. Extends Turbine Lifetime
Reduce wear on bearings and critical components, cut post-lightning inspections, and extend asset life across aging fleets.
Operators also choose SLPS for the modular, easy installation. This fast retrofit installation means minimal downtime and is very scalable for fleet-wide programs.
How Does SLPS Work?
Continuous Grounding (No Spark Gaps)
A brush-based system creates a constant electrical connection—eliminating spark gaps and improving conductivity.
Advanced Lightning Dispersion
SLPS provides a controlled, low-resistance path, safely directing lightning energy to ground (tested to IEC standards).
Static Charge Control
Neutralizes static build-up to stop nuisance alarms and prevent storm shutdowns.
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