Wind Energy – Noise Reduction
GBM Works and Ecowende have signed a contract for the installation of three monopiles in the Hollandse Kust West (HKW) Site VI offshore wind farm using GBM’s noise reducing technology, the Vibrojet.
This innovative technique is based on the combination of vibrations on the top of the monopile with GBM’s patented jetting technology inside of the monopile.
This combination of vibrations and jetting reduces resistance, making the installation more efficient and more silent, minimizing the impact to marine life.
Ecowende confirms its position as supporter and front runner of innovative techniques, on its mission to build the most ecological wind farm yet.
Besides the ecological benefit of being more silent, there are several operational benefits. In comparison to the traditional impact hammer, the Vibrojet allows monopiles to be installed quicker. In comparison to the Vibro-hammer only, the Vibrojet allows monopiles to be installed deeper.
Marcelo Werneck, Business Development Director at GBM Works added: “Hollandse Kust West represents our entrance to the offshore installation market and we are proud to contribute to Ecowende on its ecological ambitions. By installing the three monopiles, we will prove the value of Vibrojet installations, an important step towards broader application of the technology on future projects.”