Renewable Energy
Supporting renewable energy equipment with motion control, filtration, engine starting, and fluid management for wind, hydroelectric, biomass, and renewable natural gas applications.
Rotating Equipment and Fluid Systems Supporting Renewable Power Generation
Renewable energy facilities utilize a variety of mechanical and electrical systems to convert natural resources into usable power. Wind generation, hydroelectric facilities, renewable natural gas operations, biomass plants, and energy storage infrastructure incorporate gearboxes, hydraulic systems, turbines, generators, pumps, and auxiliary equipment that require ongoing maintenance and fluid management.
Hilliard and HILCO products are applied throughout renewable energy applications where lubrication system cleanliness, water removal, equipment condition monitoring, and rotating equipment operation are important considerations.
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Renewable Energy Products
Founded in 1905, Hilliard has grown from a one-product business into a global manufacturer serving customers across motion control
Filter Equipment
Complete filtration, separation, and fluid conditioning systems for industrial applications.
Filter Cartridges
High-performance filtration media for contamination control and fluid cleanliness.
Valves
Industrial valve technologies for fluid isolation, flow diversion, and process control.
Drive Train
Mechanical drivetrain systems for power transfer, traction control, and variable speed operation.
Motion Control
Clutch and torque limiting technologies for controlled power transmission and equipment protection.
Engine Starters
Electric, hydraulic, and pneumatic starting systems for industrial engines and turbines.
Industrial Braking Systems
Industrial braking technologies for stopping, holding, positioning, and controlled deceleration.
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Managing Lubrication Systems in Renewable Energy Assets
Many renewable energy installations incorporate gearboxes, bearings, hydraulic systems, and circulating oil systems that operate under varying loads and environmental conditions. Fluid contamination, moisture ingress, and lubricant degradation can influence maintenance intervals and equipment condition over time.
Hilliard and HILCO Products for Renewable Energy Applications
Gearbox Lubrication Systems
Filtration products help maintain oil cleanliness in wind turbine gearboxes, hydroelectric equipment, and industrial drive systems.
Hydraulic Fluid Maintenance
Supports hydraulic systems used for pitch control, braking functions, and auxiliary equipment operation.
Water Removal from Industrial Oils
Coalescing products help remove free water contamination from lubrication and hydraulic systems.
Condition Monitoring Programs
Fluid analysis services provide insight into lubricant condition, contamination levels, and wear-related trends.
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Applications Across Wind, Hydro, Biomass, and Renewable Gas Facilities
Renewable energy facilities utilize different methods of power generation, but many share common mechanical systems responsible for transferring power, controlling equipment, and maintaining operation.
Wind Energy Installations
Products applied to gearbox lubrication systems, hydraulic circuits, and auxiliary equipment.
Hydroelectric Facilities
Filtration and fluid management products used throughout turbine and generator support systems.
Biomass Power Generation
Applications involving rotating equipment, hydraulic systems, and supporting plant infrastructure.
Renewable Natural Gas Operations
Products utilized in compression, processing, and supporting fluid systems associated with RNG production.
WHY HILLIARD
Why Renewable Energy Operators Choose HILCO
Supporting Diverse Renewable Technologies
Application expertise across wind energy, hydroelectric facilities, biomass plants, and renewable natural gas operations utilizing rotating equipment and auxiliary mechanical systems.
Products for Critical Mechanical Systems
Motion control, filtration, engine starting, laboratory analysis, and technical services supporting gearboxes, hydraulic systems, turbines, generators, and compression equipment.
Engineered for Variable Operating Conditions
Products developed for applications exposed to fluctuating loads, changing environmental conditions, and continuous-duty operation common throughout renewable energy facilities.
Application Engineering for Long-Term Asset Performance
Technical expertise helps operators and OEMs optimize equipment reliability, maintenance planning, and lifecycle performance across renewable energy infrastructure.
Application-Focused Products Backed by Engineering Expertise
Technical Knowledge
Proven Performance
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