Pitch control systems adjust the angle of blades to control load and improve the efficiency of the turbine. Precise monitoring extends the turbine's life, improves safety and reduces maintenance costs.
As part of the transaction, Moog has an option to purchase the remaining 30% within one year. Insensys, based in Southhampton, Britain, had 2008 revenues of about $6.4mn.
``The acquisition of Insensys strengthens our technology product portfolio, domain expertise and relationships with customers in the alternative energy sector,’’ said Huckvale.
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