Siemens Gamesa has introduced a number of innovations for its 8MW offshore wind turbine to tailor the unit for Asia-Pacific markets.
The German-Spanish manufacturer has adopted the 167-metre rotor model to meet local codes and standards on typhoons and seismic activities in several countries, including Taiwan and Japan.
Typhoon type certification is due by 2020. “Siemens Gamesa is working closely with local authorities and certifying body to ensure that all applicable standards are considered.”
In addition, the machine will be able to operate in high and low ambient temperatures, the company said.
“Electrical systems and components will be adapted to 60Hz operation; grid models will be updated to reflect this operation and local grid codes,” the company said.
“Furthermore, the ability to operate in both high and low ambient temperatures reduces thermal limitation, thus increasing annual energy production while preserving turbine lifetime.”
The tailored SG 8.0-167 will be ready next year with installation possible in 2020 and is “strongly suited” to the burgeoning market in Taiwan.
The turbine can also be “adapted” for individual market needs, the company added.
“Serving the growing Taiwanese offshore wind power market with our new product allows us to provide our customers with a cost-efficient, reliable, and powerful wind turbine which can withstand the challenging local conditions,” said offshore wind chief Andreas Nauen.
“The market-specific variant of the SG 8.0-167 DD demonstrates our commitment to moving the market forward on a technological front already from 2019.”