Alternative Energy

Douglas feedthroughs are an essential technology enabler for many alternative energy developments. Wind turbines rotating on magnetic bearings employ Douglas feedthroughs and these same wind farms rely on SF6 gas-filled switchgear utilizing Douglas feedthroughs to get their power to the grid. Flywheel Energy Storage (FES) solutions depend on Douglas hermetic seals to get power and control signals in and out of the high vacuum environment required for their magnetic bearing technology. Wave and tidal power systems also rely on Douglas seals to keep the seawater out of critical electronic circuitry, while allowing power to flow out. Lastly, photovoltaic (PV) panel manufacturing requires Douglas feedthroughs for vacuum deposition. Stirling energy, biodiesel, fuelcell, nuclear energy, LPG power . . .