11.13.2025 / 4-minute read

2-Meter Heavy-Duty Turntable for Wind Turbine Blade Manufacturing | Large Component Positioning

Project Overview

Client: Wind Turbine Blade Manufacturer

Industry: Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing

Application: Wind Turbine Blade Root Section Processing

Core Challenge: To enable precise positioning and rotation of large blade root sections (Ø2000mm) during machining and inspection processes, requiring exceptional stability and load capacity.

Basic Parameters

Parameter	Specification
Table Diameter	2,000 mm
Load Capacity	20,000 kg
Positioning Accuracy	±0.1°
Drive System	Helical gear drive with servo motor
Max. Rotation Speed	2 RPM
Table Flatness	±0.1 mm/m²
Control Interface	PLC with PROFINET connectivity
Safety Systems	Emergency stop, mechanical brake, overload protection

The Challenges

Oversized Component Handling: Traditional methods couldn’t safely rotate 2-meter-diameter blade root sections
Precision Machining Requirements: Required accurate angular positioning for drilling and surface treatment operations
Workplace Safety Concerns: Manual handling of heavy components posed serious safety risks
Process Integration: Needed seamless integration with existing machining centers and inspection equipment

Solution

Eliminated Manual Handling: Removed safety risks associated with rotating heavy components manually
Improved Machining Accuracy: Precision positioning reduced machining errors by 60%
Enhanced Throughput: 40% faster positioning compared to previous methods
Reduced Damage: Elimination of handling damage decreased material waste by 25%
Process Standardization: Enabled standardized positioning across multiple manufacturing stages
Quality Assurance: Consistent positioning improved final product quality and reliability
Future-Proof Design: Scalable solution accommodates next-generation larger turbine components