How Are Offshore Wind Turbines & Towers Installed?

Offshore wind farms usually consist of multiple sets of wind turbines, towers and blades, so how are offshore wind turbines, towers and blades installed?

Lifting and Installation Process of Offshore Wind Turbines, Towers and Blades

The lifting and installation of wind turbines in offshore wind farms usually needs to consider factors such as water depth and large wind surge, etc. Careful planning and preparation, installation facilities preparation and calibration must be carried out to ensure the safe and smooth installation of wind turbines, towers, blades, etc. During the lifting, installation of wind turbines, on-site lifting and installation personnel should monitor the wind speed in real time, carry out lifting and installation at the best lifting time, and each lifting and installation process should be rigorous and meticulous, so as to complete the lifting and installation work of multi-sections towers, wind turbines, blades and other equipment and facilities successively.

Generally, the lifting and installation process of offshore wind turbines, towers and blades is as follows:

  • Ship berthing of wind turbines, blades and towers

  • Lifting and installation of the bottom tower is completed

  • Turning over, lifting and installing of the second tower section

  • The third section of the tower is lifted and installed in place

  • Wind tower has been installed

  • Lifting and installation of wind turbine

  • Wind turbine blades are assembled on ground

  • The wind turbine blades are lifted and connected with the wind turbine

  • Lifting and installation work of wind turbines, blades and towers are completed

Ship Berthing of Wind Turbines, Blades and Towers

Lifting and Installation of Bottom Tower is Completed

Turning Over, Lifting and Installing of the Second Tower Section

The Third Section of the Tower is Lifted and Installed in Place

Wind Tower has been Installed

Lifting and Installation of Wind Turbine

Wind Turbine Blades are Assembled on Ground

The Wind Turbine Blades are Lifted and Connected with the Wind Turbine