Wind Energy
NaREC offers the latest wind turbine blade testing and prototype development techniques to support wind turbine manufacturers and developers who are creating the next generation of wind turbine technology. NaREC's confidential platform means developers can achieve new breakthroughs in turbine design, prove new materials and meet the challenges of connecting larger amounts of wind generated electricity into grid networks.
With complete electrical and turbine development facilities located on the same site, and with quayside delivery access, NaREC is an ideal partner for developing the turbines of tomorrow.
- Bespoke performance testing and analysis services
- Dual axis testing
- Performance characteristics assessment of materials used for blade construction
- Electrical engineering consultancy support and testing facilities for high voltage performance analysis and low voltage testing to address turbine performance and grid connection issues
- Lightning strike testing and consultancy services
- Prototype development at small and full scale
- Power conversion and drive train development
- Dynamic testing methodology and technology licensing
- Composite materials analysis
- Blade and mould integrity inspection
- Research and development partnerships
Success Stories
Innovative New Wind Turbine
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