High Wind has highlighted the role its Boom Lock technology can play in reducing the cost of energy for offshore wind.
The company said its component lifting system could contribute to LCOE savings due to reduced vessel use and earlier power generation.
Analysis from BVG Associates said: “An important area for progress is to reduce the sensitivity of installation to the weather. The key (turbine) constraint is wind speed with most projects unable to lift components in more than 11 metres per second at hub height. Any increase in this maximum will have significant positive effects on the LCOE.”
High Wind general manager Johan Heiler said: “If we are to really bring more predictability to lifting processes, there needs to be some different thinking. This report highlights the significant positive impacts such innovations can bring.”
The Boom Lock tool, which is already installed on the GeoSea jack-up Nepture, allows an offshore crane to install wind turbine components at high wind speeds by stabilising the hook during critical points in the lift.
Image: the Boom Lock in action (High Wind)
