SPECIALIST ENGINEERING FEATURE THE PROOF OF THE PUDDING!
We like to feature case studies – there is nothing better because they are ‘real life’ scenarios, which helps enormously when making decisions on the use of a company’s services.
We feature 2 case studies by Lynx Metmasts who are industry leaders in met masts and wind measurement instrument systems. They provide a comprehensive design, Installation, maintenance, repair & upgrade service, covering the UK & Ireland.
PROJECTS INCLUDE... • Micro-Generation/SmallWind/REFIT • Community Wind Projects • Large-Scale Windfarms • Onshore & Offshore • Power Curve Testing
CASE STUDY 1 - CLIMBING DERRICK SYSTEM Lynx Metmasts was recently contracted to rescue a 60m tubular met mast which was in imminent danger of collapse. The mast had just been purchased by their client as part of a community wind farm project. However, after due diligence carried out by the client, it was discovered that the mast was in immediate danger due to brittle guy wires, one of which had snapped.
FINDING A SOLUTION
The client contacted the original installer who recommended a controlled collapse, as it was too dangerous to attempt lowering the mast in such condition. This solution did not meet the client’s main criteria of uninterrupted wind measurement data.
The client contacted Lynx Metmasts for a second opinion and they were able to meet their requirements in full. Remedial works involved erecting their climbing derrick system alongside the met mast. The derrick provided support at critical points and enabled full height access for the replacement of all guy wires.
RE-ALIGNMENT
The mast was then re-aligned and certified to the OEM specifications. The client is delighted that they maintain consistent wind measurement assessment for another 12 months, following which the mast can be safely de-commissioned.
INNOVATION AND EXPERIENCE This project stands as an example of their innovation and the considerable work at height experience of the Lynx Metmasts team.
CASE STUDY 2 – 10m TILTING MAST ON MARINE SURVEY SHIP Lynx Metmasts were given a project by NUI Galway to design and install a 10m tilting mast on the bow of Celtic Explorer.
CUSTOM DESIGN
The mast was a custom design to mount meteorological instruments for surveys in the Atlantic Ocean. The team carried out the design, supply and installation of the mast and the winching equipment at Galway Port. The installation was completed on time and budget and underwent several wet tests with continuous breaking waves over the bow of the vessel.
CHALLENGING PROJECT This challenging project stands as a testament to the quality of their design and installation teams – whatever the task.
Lynx Metmasts Services Ltd
www.met-masts.com
PEIKKO FOUNDATION SYSTEM USED BY ALSTOM
PEIKKO’S WIND TOWER FOUNDATION SOLUTION WILL BE APPLIED IN THE NEW MUUKKO ONSHORE WIND PARK IN FINLAND
Peikko are to supply foundation design and ETA approved foundation systems and products to 3MW wind turbines by Alstom.
EXPECTED OPERATIONAL DATE – JUNE 2013
The project is already underway. The turbines will be installed in the beginning of 2013 and the wind park will be operational in June 2013.
DEVELOPER
The developer in the project is TuuliSaimaa, a respected Finnish wind energy expert and one of the major players in the Finnish wind energy field. Their delivery consists of the foundation and foundation extension in the hybrid tower solution.
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www.windenergynetwork.co.uk
FOUNDATION CONCEPT The foundation concept is based on Peikko’s proven solution and it includes Peikko’s anchoring technology. The use of their foundation concept enabled the fast start-up of the site and meet an extremely rapid programme starting in the depths of a Scandinavian winter.
BESPOKE SOFTWARE
The company’s foundation solution utilises bespoke software for quick and efficient design of integrated bases to optimise concrete and reinforcement usage.
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