Gamesa turbine has been awarded first type certificate under DNV GL’s wind guideline GL2010, reports Renewable energy focus.com
The company achieved a new product strategy landmark with this G97-2.0 MW turbine, equipped with an infused glass fiber blade, which received the first class A type certificate issued by DNV GL, an independent certification body under its GL2010 guideline.
The certified G97-2.0 MW turbine is the first of its kind to be fitted with Gamesa’s infused blade.
Moreover, this achievement symbols the conclusion of the process of certifying the first Gamesa turbine fitted with a blade of these characteristics. The cost of energy of the product significantly drops down due to strong infusion manufacturing method adopted by Gamesa.
The unique feature of the G97-2.0 MW turbine with this infused blade makes it an ideal product for the Indian market. It is already in sales there, having obtained type certification.
Over 17,400 MW of these turbines, a part of Gamesa’s 2.0-2.5 MW platform have been installed worldwide, while average fleet availability topped 98 percent in 2013.
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