Apex Dynamics gearbox selected to drive Europe’s largest electricity-generating waterwheel

Posted on 4 Apr 2024 by The Manufacturer

Technology from Apex Dynamics is driving the largest diameter electricity-generating waterwheel in Europe.

The groundbreaking new hydro project from family-owned self-drive plant hire company Buckland Newton Hire (BNH) saw Apex Dynamics UK supply the inline planetary gearbox used to control the waterwheel. It has provided the wheel with near-perfect alignment, high efficiency and minimal power loss through transmission to ensure as much electricity as possible is generated. Based…

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