Power & Renewables Industries

The renewable energy sector presents unique engineering challenges driven by harsh environmental conditions, remote installations, and the critical need for reliability in energy production. From offshore wind farms and solar panel arrays to hydroelectric and tidal installations, LCM Systems delivers precision-engineered load measurement solutions that enhance performance, safety, and sustainability across the renewable energy industry.

Our range of load cells, load pins, load shackles, and load links are designed to withstand corrosive marine conditions, extreme temperatures, and dynamic loading cycles common in renewable power generation. These solutions enable accurate monitoring of mechanical stresses, cable tension, and structural integrity — essential for preventing downtime and ensuring optimal operational efficiency.

Innovative Load Monitoring for the Renewables Sector

At the heart of LCM Systems’ renewable energy solutions is a suite of advanced load monitoring technologies designed for dependable performance in the most demanding conditions.

• Subsea Load Monitoring
  Engineered for offshore wind, tidal, and wave energy applications, our submersible load cells and shackles are corrosion-resistant and sealed for long-term underwater use. They provide reliable data on mooring loads, turbine support structures, and subsea structural monitoring.
• Load Pins for Structural and Mechanical Systems
  Custom load pins can be seamlessly integrated into hydraulic systems, cable stays, and rotating machinery to provide accurate force measurement without major design alterations. Ideal for turbine yaw fatigue monitoring, component testing and blade balance monitoring.
• Wireless Load Monitoring Systems
  Where cabling is impractical — such as in remote solar installations or offshore platforms — LCM’s wireless telemetry solutions offer real-time load data transmission, simplifying installation and maintenance while reducing infrastructure complexity.
• Data Logging and Remote Analysis
  For applications requiring periodic or long-term performance tracking, our systems can be configured with integrated data logging and cloud-based analysis tools, providing valuable insights for predictive maintenance and performance optimisation.

 

Comprehensive Product Range for Renewable Energy Needs

Load Cells for Turbine and Structural Monitoring

• Precise Force Measurement: Ensure accurate load distribution and prevent structural fatigue in wind turbines, hydro gates, and solar tracking systems.
• Durability in Harsh Conditions: Designed to perform reliably in offshore, subsea, and high/low temperature environments.

Cable and Mooring Tension Monitoring

• Maintaining Structural Stability: Critical for offshore installations and floating energy platforms, our load pins and shackles provide precise monitoring of mooring lines, anchor loads, and cable stays.
• Reducing Risk: Early detection of excessive stress prevents equipment failure and improves safety.

Hydro and Tidal Energy Applications

• Submersible Measurement: Our IP68-rated load cells deliver accurate readings even in fully submerged environments.
• Resilience Against Corrosion: Marine-grade materials and protective coatings ensure long-term performance.

Solar and Geothermal System Integration

• Lightweight and Compact Designs: Ideal for integration into solar tracking and positioning systems.
• High Accuracy: Enables efficient energy yield optimisation and equipment calibration.

Advantages of Advanced Load Monitoring for Renewable Power

• Proven Expertise: Decades of experience in precision engineering for demanding industrial and marine applications.
• Engineered for Longevity: Products built to meet the highest quality standards, ensuring performance reliability in challenging environments.
• Bespoke Support: Dedicated technical teams provide custom design, calibration, and integration support for every renewable project.