VeAccess:
Service trips?
Just skip them
VeAccess stands for remote control of VESTAS turbines
So far, yet so close
Technology doesn‘t just save distance, it saves time.
Wind turbine operators are increasingly facing challenges as they can only access the turbine and operating data necessary for fault analysis when they are on site. Without remote access, even resetting simple faults is not possible. In addition, on-site deployment cannot be planned efficiently in terms of the equipment required or the expertise needed to rectify faults.
Effective remote monitoring and intelligent retrofit solutions offer decisive added value here: they not only enable precise fault diagnosis from a distance, but also targeted remote control and troubleshooting – without cost-intensive on-site service calls. This saves time, reduces operating costs and significantly increases system availability.
REMOTE SUPPORT = EFFICENCY ON SITE
From the control center, you have a complete overview of your systems, can carry out error analyses, and trigger multiple functional operations directly eliminating or better coordinating paths.
Experienced technicians provide remote support to several service teams at once. This reduces downtime and prevents incorrect spare parts equipment.
The Bachmann VeAccess system removes the need to restart the system on site. Commissioning is carried out conveniently from the control center – saving time and effort.
VeAccess uses modern web technology, enabling both insight and access to systems. Experts can process error messages across locations, reduce downtime and plan service calls efficiently.
Much more than just watching from a distance.
At the heart of this technology is the remote panel, which can be accessed from any location via a web browser. From here, you not only have the same access as on site via the Servicebox, but the VeAccess also offers a wealth of additional information that is helpful for the actual assessment of the current system status.
| Remote functions of the wind energy generation system | Read | Write |
| Display: Operating states / data |
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| Display: Logbooks and error lists |
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| Display: Live data / chart display |
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| Display: Parameter change | ||
| Function: Start / Stop / Reset |
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| Function: Manual operation of the system components |
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| Function: Reboot of the VOG (Vestas Overspeed Guard) |
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| Function: Enabling remote access by technicians in the nacelle | ||
| Function: Recording continuous data |
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| Function: Reading out the switch position of the key switch (RCS, shift, local) |
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Why watch over just one system? The VeAccess system provides the basis for the connection to forsiteSCADA® from Bachmann and thus enables convenient and secure fleet monitoring.
So fast, so efficient, so simple, so safe
Simple topology = Innovative technology
Sophisticated technology
The effective combination of proven technologies into one efficient unit: This is engineering at its highest level. Only Bachmann-certified individual components are used, enabling us to combine quality and functional reliability for a very long view.
Maximum data availability
System and operating data is aggregated to the highest quality and, backed up in the system, is available at any time for dedicated fault analysis.
Access security
Anyone who installs a door to the system has the convenience of access, but also the risk of unauthorized access. From functional security to active cyber protection, our solutions prevent unauthorized entry or exit – our systems are designed for this and are constantly updated.
Rapid Return on Investment – ROI
Assuming standard market service operations, the VeAccess system pays for itself in around 70% of all cases after just 1.5 years.
Everything you need is included
Specifications
| Part description | Type | Quantity |
| Compact switch cabinet | Industrial metal box Dimensions: 40 x 30 x 15 cm | 1 |
| Hardware in the nacelle | NT255 / MC206 / DIO216 | 1 |
| Arcnet Hub | Interface for turbine communication | 1 |
| Interface RS232 | Magic Eye optical interface | 1 |
| Media Converter | EtherCAT-FOC | 2 |
| Multimode FOC | 4 fibers | 1 |
| Hardware in the tower base | NEC102 / UIO106 | 1 |
| Adapter for key switch | Adapter for connection to the | 1 |
Simple installation: VeAccess is extremely easy to install and the downtime of the system is negligible. In addition, all components are designed to be extremely robust and no special expertise is required for installation on site. All hardware components are also EMC protected.