Planet consulting
With WindGuard expertise you recognise technical risks in time and move safely in foreign markets.
A multitude of requirements
An unclear contract clause. Two components that do not fit together. Power fluctuations that can threaten grid stability. In the sensitive interplay of the various factors of a wind farm project, overlooking a detail or an incorrect estimate can result in expensive repairs, lengthy processes, and high additional costs.
Boost your specialised knowledge
But what should you look for if you don’t know the hidden sources of error? How do you become rapidly fluent with all the important technological and technical terminology?
Reduce risks to a minimum
WindGuard offers you know-how gained from our experience with on- and offshore projects worldwide: whether it is ensuring the technical implementation process runs smoothly – from the tender, the ground-breaking ceremony, all the way through to the turbine start-up – or assisting you with working confidently in the market. Benefit from this source when it comes to the development of new components, discussions with governments and interest groups, or when entering new markets abroad, often with different conditions, guidelines and rules.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Planet certification
Independent and Qualified
With expert advice from WindGuard, you receive qualified, strictly independent assessments of all aspects of wind energy, backed by years of experience, our own research, active participation in the design of the existing directives and the intensive exchange between the individual WindGuard departments.
Expertise in all areas of wind energy
Benefit from our good reputation with banks, investors, authorities and manufacturers. Take advantage of our qualified feasibility studies and energy yield assessments for the financing of your wind farm project. During the approval process of your wind power installation, we can provide all of the documentation for noise, shadows, etc. In legal disputes, we can help with our recognised objective expertise on the possible causes of damage.
Certified
Our objective data base is the foundation for the certification process. All certifications can be obtained from the stand-alone WindGuard Certification body. These experts examine and certify compliance with the standards of new types of turbines and components, as well as offshore wind farms and power quality at the connection to the grid. Signed and sealed, with our accredited expertise.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Planet measurements
WindGuard measurement methods set new quality standards and are accredited by DAkkS.
Objective data base
Power curve. Noise. Power Quality. Loads. These four factors play a decisive role in the certification of new systems and components. An objective, reliable data base is crucial, for those as well as for regulated resurveys. But is one measurement like all the others?
Recognised, self-developed
measurement methods
Wind Guard uses self-developed, very precise measurement techniques and devices. Customers can receive all individual measurements, anemometer calibrations and resurveys from a single source. Because of active participation through the years in the development of applicable standards, our specialists are familiar with not only the current standards, but previous standards on which older contracts are based as well. Our measurement services are accredited by the national German accreditation body, Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle GmbH (DAkkS).
In-house research
The technical development of wind turbines always presents new challenges, and WindGuard is constantly researching to improve measurement techniques, in order to offer to manufacturers and operators a qualified data base.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Planet wind tunnel centre
Optimal research and measurement conditions in self-developed calibration and special wind tunnels.
Accredited calibrations
Our position as a recognised expert in all matters relating to wind energy is reinforced with our own research and measuring equipment. Four calibration wind tunnels and two special tunnels (ice and pressure) form the Wind Tunnel Centre at our headquarters in Varel. The calibrations are recognised by the independent institutions Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle GmbH (DAkkS) and MEASNET. Since 2009 one of the calibration wind tunnels has been used by the Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB) to define the unit “metres per second” in the area of flow measurements and is therefore the national standard for this physical unit in Germany.
Large wind tunnel in Bremerhaven
In addition, our acoustically-optimised large wind tunnel in Bremerhaven has been operational since 2008. The tunnel offers high wind speeds at low levels of turbulence, together with the most advanced drive and control techniques for ideal conditions for research and development. The aerodynamic and acoustic optimisation of rotor blades benefits from the data obtained in our wind tunnel, as do the marine and automotive industries.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Planet technical
inspections & management
WindGuard actively develops the technical standards and ensures the best possible wind turbine performance.
Only an operating turbine is a profitable turbine
With WindGuard you avoid all the factors that can lead to a deterioration of performance - and in extreme cases to shut down. For example, errors in the manufacture of components, or during installation, commissioning or operation. WindGuard monitors all the sensitive process steps for you and proves proper system management in case of a claim.
WindGuard expertise for legal standards
Where the safety of people and the environment is important, the government requires regular monitoring. The specialists at Deutsche WindGuard helped create the standards prescribed by the German Wind Energy Association. This know-how, teaming with years of experience and brought to perfection through the constant exchange of information by our experts, is reflected in the high standards of our technical inspections.
Secure data - Safe yield
For reliable wind farm monitoring, WindGuard has created a software tool: WONDER. This ever-evolving software is used by the specialists at WindGuard, and is available for the management of your wind farm as well.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Planet offshore
Practical expertise and R&D for special requirements.
Challenges on the high seas
Wind turbines on the high seas benefit not only from high and constant wind speeds, but better acceptance due to the large distance from land and any populated areas. However, they pose special challenges compared to onshore facilities. For example, in terms of the foundation, or transport of components and staff.
Know-how from the field
Our offshore experts come from all areas of the wind industry. From the first draft of a contractto the connection to the grid, they are actively involved in all areas of existing wind farms.Together with their scientific expertise, they ensure the successful implementation of your offshore project.
Safety in any situation
Train at one of the most modern locations in Germany. At Maritime Campus Elsfleth, we offer safety training for the operation of wind turbines - both on land and offshore. The realistic conditions and the individual supervision by experienced trainers from the German Navy or professional fire departments ensure the best results. Tailor-made courses are also available.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Planet site assessment
WindGuard analyses are accepted by banks as objective, and form the basis for a successful project.
An open field - a good business opportunity?
This question is not easy to answer when it comes to wind farm projects. Therefore a reliable assessment can determine the long-term return on investment, financing and availability of credit.
All the factors at a glance
We look at all the relevant influences under a magnifying glass. What average and extreme wind speeds are expected? What is the wind shear? Can another turbine type provide a higher yield? Is the life-span of the turbine guaranteed? Is the wind farm layout optimised? Qualified answers to these questions can maximise your returns.
High level of acceptance of WindGuard’s data
The best turbine will not generate any return without official approval. Receive the necessary reports regarding noise, shadows, visibility or ice throw from WindGuard, all of which meet our strictly objective criteria. The high level of acceptance by officials can shorten the approval time for your project, and protects you from subsequent costly requirements.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Get in touch with us
Deutsche WindGuard GmbH
Oldenburger Straße 65
26316 Varel
Germany
Phone
+49-4451-9515–0
Fax
+49-4451-9515–29
Planet consulting
With WindGuard expertise you recognise technical risks in time and move safely in foreign markets.
A multitude of requirements
An unclear contract clause. Two components that do not fit together. Power fluctuations that can threaten grid stability. In the sensitive interplay of the various factors of a wind farm project, overlooking a detail or an incorrect estimate can result in expensive repairs, lengthy processes, and high additional costs.
Boost your specialised knowledge
But what should you look for if you don’t know the hidden sources of error? How do you become rapidly fluent with all the important technological and technical terminology?
Reduce risks to a minimum
WindGuard offers you know-how gained from our experience with on- and offshore projects worldwide: whether it is ensuring the technical implementation process runs smoothly – from the tender, the ground-breaking ceremony, all the way through to the turbine start-up – or assisting you with working confidently in the market. Benefit from this source when it comes to the development of new components, discussions with governments and interest groups, or when entering new markets abroad, often with different conditions, guidelines and rules.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Planet certification
Independent and Qualified
With expert advice from WindGuard, you receive qualified, strictly independent assessments of all aspects of wind energy, backed by years of experience, our own research, active participation in the design of the existing directives and the intensive exchange between the individual WindGuard departments.
Expertise in all areas of wind energy
Benefit from our good reputation with banks, investors, authorities and manufacturers. Take advantage of our qualified feasibility studies and energy yield assessments for the financing of your wind farm project. During the approval process of your wind power installation, we can provide all of the documentation for noise, shadows, etc. In legal disputes, we can help with our recognised objective expertise on the possible causes of damage.
Certified
Our objective data base is the foundation for the certification process. All certifications can be obtained from the stand-alone WindGuard Certification body. These experts examine and certify compliance with the standards of new types of turbines and components, as well as offshore wind farms and power quality at the connection to the grid. Signed and sealed, with our accredited expertise.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Planet measurements
WindGuard measurement methods set new quality standards and are accredited by DAkkS.
Objective data base
Power curve. Noise. Power Quality. Loads. These four factors play a decisive role in the certification of new systems and components. An objective, reliable data base is crucial, for those as well as for regulated resurveys. But is one measurement like all the others?
Recognised, self-developed
measurement methods
Wind Guard uses self-developed, very precise measurement techniques and devices. Customers can receive all individual measurements, anemometer calibrations and resurveys from a single source. Because of active participation through the years in the development of applicable standards, our specialists are familiar with not only the current standards, but previous standards on which older contracts are based as well. Our measurement services are accredited by the national German accreditation body, Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle GmbH (DAkkS).
In-house research
The technical development of wind turbines always presents new challenges, and WindGuard is constantly researching to improve measurement techniques, in order to offer to manufacturers and operators a qualified data base.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Planet wind tunnel centre
Optimal research and measurement conditions in self-developed calibration and special wind tunnels.
Accredited calibrations
Our position as a recognised expert in all matters relating to wind energy is reinforced with our own research and measuring equipment. Four calibration wind tunnels and two special tunnels (ice and pressure) form the Wind Tunnel Centre at our headquarters in Varel. The calibrations are recognised by the independent institutions Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle GmbH (DAkkS) and MEASNET. Since 2009 one of the calibration wind tunnels has been used by the Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB) to define the unit “metres per second” in the area of flow measurements and is therefore the national standard for this physical unit in Germany.
Large wind tunnel in Bremerhaven
In addition, our acoustically-optimised large wind tunnel in Bremerhaven has been operational since 2008. The tunnel offers high wind speeds at low levels of turbulence, together with the most advanced drive and control techniques for ideal conditions for research and development. The aerodynamic and acoustic optimisation of rotor blades benefits from the data obtained in our wind tunnel, as do the marine and automotive industries.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Planet technical
inspections & management
WindGuard actively develops the technical standards and ensures the best possible wind turbine performance.
Only an operating turbine is a profitable turbine
With WindGuard you avoid all the factors that can lead to a deterioration of performance - and in extreme cases to shut down. For example, errors in the manufacture of components, or during installation, commissioning or operation. WindGuard monitors all the sensitive process steps for you and proves proper system management in case of a claim.
WindGuard expertise for legal standards
Where the safety of people and the environment is important, the government requires regular monitoring. The specialists at Deutsche WindGuard helped create the standards prescribed by the German Wind Energy Association. This know-how, teaming with years of experience and brought to perfection through the constant exchange of information by our experts, is reflected in the high standards of our technical inspections.
Secure data - Safe yield
For reliable wind farm monitoring, WindGuard has created a software tool: WONDER. This ever-evolving software is used by the specialists at WindGuard, and is available for the management of your wind farm as well.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Planet offshore
Practical expertise and R&D for special requirements.
Challenges on the high seas
Wind turbines on the high seas benefit not only from high and constant wind speeds, but better acceptance due to the large distance from land and any populated areas. However, they pose special challenges compared to onshore facilities. For example, in terms of the foundation, or transport of components and staff.
Know-how from the field
Our offshore experts come from all areas of the wind industry. From the first draft of a contractto the connection to the grid, they are actively involved in all areas of existing wind farms.Together with their scientific expertise, they ensure the successful implementation of your offshore project.
Safety in any situation
Train at one of the most modern locations in Germany. At Maritime Campus Elsfleth, we offer safety training for the operation of wind turbines - both on land and offshore. The realistic conditions and the individual supervision by experienced trainers from the German Navy or professional fire departments ensure the best results. Tailor-made courses are also available.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Planet site assessment
WindGuard analyses are accepted by banks as objective, and form the basis for a successful project.
An open field - a good business opportunity?
This question is not easy to answer when it comes to wind farm projects. Therefore a reliable assessment can determine the long-term return on investment, financing and availability of credit.
All the factors at a glance
We look at all the relevant influences under a magnifying glass. What average and extreme wind speeds are expected? What is the wind shear? Can another turbine type provide a higher yield? Is the life-span of the turbine guaranteed? Is the wind farm layout optimised? Qualified answers to these questions can maximise your returns.
High level of acceptance of WindGuard’s data
The best turbine will not generate any return without official approval. Receive the necessary reports regarding noise, shadows, visibility or ice throw from WindGuard, all of which meet our strictly objective criteria. The high level of acceptance by officials can shorten the approval time for your project, and protects you from subsequent costly requirements.
For more information, please click on the following links:
Get in touch with us
Deutsche WindGuard GmbH
Oldenburger Straße 65
26316 Varel
Germany
Phone
+49-4451-9515–0
Fax
+49-4451-9515–29
