Wiegert & Bähr develops and delivers a wide range of trashracks and cleaning systems to safeguard turbine intakes from debris and obstructions. Their solutions include both fixed and mobile clean-up systems, designed for ease of maintenance and reliable, durable operation in hydropower and water infrastructure applications.
Standard fixed trashracks, available with custom flow profiles to optimize intake hydraulics
Heavy-duty gratings designed for removing large debris
Hydraulic-operated racks with pivoting mechanism for extended reach and precise cleaning
Units designed for horizontal bar orientations, tailored for specific intake geometries
Electro-mechanical drive units for automatic clearing of built-up detritus
Portable units for clearing trashracks in different locations
Flexible cleaning devices deployable via hydraulic or electro-mechanical drives
Hydropower plant water intakes to prevent turbine clogging
Dam spillways and intake channels
Municipal and industrial water infrastructure with high debris load
Maintenance platforms where remote or manual cleaning is frequently required
Custom flow-profile mesh for improved hydraulics and reduced head loss
Automated or manual cleaning operation for flexibility
Modular design suited for retrofits and new installations
Robust design for debris-heavy environments
Hydraulic or electrical actuation options for site-specific control needs
Integrated debris discharge chutes for safe removal
Control interfaces for automation systems
Protective covers to minimize wear from debris
Custom steel structures to support the cleaning units
From forging and casting to machining, assembly, and testing — every step is managed under one roof to ensure consistent quality, faster lead times, and zero compromise.
Get in touch with our team for additional information on product pricing, technical data, project support and more.
