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    "15kW - 15m Foundation Pack.pdf|PROVEN 15/TM1500 FOUNDATION INSTRUCTIONSFoundation Pack for Proven 15/TM1500 PACKING LIST LIST OF PARTS TO BE SENT WITH BASE PLATE 1 - GALVANISED BASE PLATE 10 – M36 FOUNDATION RODS WITH BOSSES FITTED 10 – M36 x 100 HIGH TENSILE BOLTS AND 10 WASHERS 10 – M36 SPACER TUBE PIECES (25mm IN LENGTH) 6 – M30 HIGH TENSILE FOUNDATION RODS WITH BOSSES FITTED 6 – M30 x 60 HIGH TENSILE BOLTS AND 6 WASHERS 1 – M40 DIAMETER ANCHOR HAIRPIN 1 set Foundation Pack - 1 Pack Description (this page) - 1 Standard foundation diagram & Foundation description (incl. concrete mixing details) - 1 Anchor foundation diagram - 1 Alignment/Access diagram N.B. REINFORCING STEEL MESH SHEET IS ALSO REQUIRED FOR THE FOUNDATION WORK BUT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE KIT SUPPLIED BY PROVENPROVEN 15/TM1500 FOUNDATION PREPARATIONS The main foundation consists of a large block of high-strength concrete. Sixteen High Tensile (HT) steel foundation rods are set into the concrete and are attached to and through the Foundation Base Plate. The Base Plate includes the hinge-pin attachment, which is used to raise and lower the turbine (see diagrams). Preferably, the concrete should be prepared and the foundation prepared with one load of concrete. Where this is not possible, the top layer should be added before the bottom one has had time to set. Don’t ‘Shutter & Backfill’ When preparing house foundations a mould is prepared into which the concrete is poured. Earth/rocks are then filled around the foundation after the concrete has set. For WT foundations it is better to have an irregular shaped foundation than to have a perfect cube and then surround it with loose earth - just dig a hole and then fill it! This will produce a foundation with good stability. Preparing the Base Foundation The base foundation consists of approximately 16.5m3 of strong-mix concrete (35 Newton). Normally this is prepared as a rough 3.7 x 3.7 x 1.2m cube, but where ground conditions dictate, a shallower wider foundation of the same volume may be used. Assembling the steelwork With each foundation kit there are 6 M30 x 60 mm HT bolts, 6 M30 x 1000 mm foundation rods, 10 M36 x 100 mm HT bolts and 10 M36 x 1000 mm foundation rods, 1 base plate and a 40mm diameter anchor hairpin. Steel reinforcing mesh is also required but not supplied. Refer to the assembly step diagrams for further details. Insert mesh into foundation hole, the foundation rods will have to be fed through this before connecting to the foundation plate. Screw the 10 M30x100mm bolts into the foundation rod extension bosses through the 10 holes in a circular pattern in the middle of the base plate. These bolts will later be withdrawn and used to bolt the WT tower to the base plate, once concrete has cured. It is therefore necessary to place a 25mm spacer tube under the head of each bolt. Tighten bolts till the bosses are tight against the underside of the base plate. Insert conduit or soil pipe, as shown, this is used for wind turbine power cable from edge of hole up through centre of base plate Similarly fit the remaining 6 foundations rods to the outer 6 holes around the edge of the plate. Screw the 6 M30x60mm bolts into the foundation rod extension bosses; again tighten until the bosses are tight against the underside of the base plate. No spacers are required for these outer 6 bolts. Important Before setting the Base Plate and foundations into the concrete foundation consider which way your WT will be lowered/raised and position the hinge-pin accordinglyFinally and most importantly make sure that base plate is completely level. Add concrete (Readymix supplier is usually easiest for this type of volume) and use vibrating concrete poker as necessary to remove air bubbles. Make sure that base plate is fully supported underneath by concrete. Clean the base plate of any excess concrete. Winch Anchor Foundation Refer to foundation diagrams for positioning. The anchor consists of a 1.5m x 1.5m x 1.2m cube or equivalent. It should be located on the opposite side of the base plate to the hinge pin attachment. N.B. It is important that the anchor is placed exactly in line with the centre of the base plate and perpendicular to the line of the hinge brackets. Concrete Specification If using a Readymix supplier, ask for 35 Newton concrete. If mixing the concrete yourself, you should use the following proportions by volume 1:2:4 cement:sand:gravel Approximate volumes and weights for a 1m3 foundation are Cement: 310kg or 6.2 bags (1 bag = 50kg) Sand: 0.43m3 (967 kg or approx 1.0 tonnes) Gravel: 0.86m3 (2150kg or approx 2.2 tonnes) Hardening Time You should allow plenty of time for the foundation to set and harden fully before erecting the turbine. We recommend a hardening period of approximately 2 weeks. For this reason, foundations are normally prepared in advance of the main installation. Note that the hardening time may be lengthened by poor weather conditions and shortened by the use of a quick-setting concrete additive.Proven Energy Ltd, Wardhead Park, Stewarton, KA3 5LH, Scotland, UK Tel: +44(0) 1560 485 570 Fax: +44(0) 1560 485 580 Web: www.provenenergy.com Email: info@provenenergy.com Reg. in Scotland No. 71400 Dear Sir/Madam, PROVEN CUSTOMER FOUNDATION CONFIRMATION Please read the following statement. On completion of your foundation work please sign the statement and return to Proven Energy Ltd, at the above below. I CERTIFY THAT THE FOUNDATIONS FOR THE WIND TURBINE AND TOWER (TO BE INSTALLED AT THE ADDRESS BELOW) ARE COMPLETED AS PER PROVEN INSTRUCTIONS*. I UNDERSTAND THAT I MAY BE CHARGED FOR ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION WORK IF REQUIRED DUE TO ANY DEVIATION FROM THE PROVEN SPECIFICATION**. SIGNED: .…………………………………………………. DATE: …………………………………………………….. NAME (CAPITALS): ……………………………………... SITE ADDRESS: ………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………. * Foundation specification for each wind turbine model is available from Proven Energy Ltd. Please check that you have the current Proven Foundation Pack for your particular wind turbine and tower combination. ** e.g. lack of anchor block, wrong hinge orientation etc. N.B. This form need only be completed and returned if your system is being installed by Proven Engineers. If your system is being installed by others e.g. Proven Authorised Distributor, consult them directly regarding foundation requirements.||15kW%20-%2015m%20Foundation%20Pack.pdf",
    "2 5kW - 11m Foundation Pack.pdf|PROVEN 2.5/TM1100 FOUNDATION INSTRUCTIONSFoundation Pack for Proven 2.5/TM1100 PACKING LIST LIST OF PARTS TO BE SENT WITH BASE PLATE 1 - GALVANISED BASE PLATE 6 – M30 HIGH TENSILE FOUNDATION RODS 9 – M24 x 60 HIGH TENSILE BOLTS WITH 9 M24 WASHERS 1 – M30 HIGH TENSILE ANCHOR SCREW ROD AND ATTACHMENT PLATE WITH NUT 1 set Foundation Pack - 1 Pack Description (this page) - 1 Standard foundation diagram - 1 Anchor foundation diagram - 1 Alignment/Access diagram - 1 Foundation description (incl. concrete mixing details) N.B. Reinforcement steel mesh sheet is also required for the foundation work but is not included in kit supplied by PROVEN.PROVEN 2.5/TM1100 FOUNDATION PREPARATIONS The main foundation consists of a large block of high-strength concrete. Six lengths of M30 screwed rod are set into the concrete and are attached to the Foundation Base Plate. The Base Plate includes the hinge-pin attachment, which is used to raise and lower the turbine (see diagrams). Preferably, the concrete should be prepared and the foundation prepared with one load of concrete. Where this is not possible, the top layer should be added before the bottom one has had time to set. Don’t ‘Shutter & Backfill’ When preparing house foundations a mould is prepared into which the concrete is poured. Earth/rocks are then filled around the foundation after the concrete has set. For WT foundations it is better to have an irregular shaped foundation than to have a perfect cube and then surround it with loose earth - just dig a hole and then fill it! This will produce a foundation with good stability. Preparing the Base Foundation The base foundation consists of 6m3 of strong-mix concrete. Normally this is prepared as a rough 2.5 x 2.5 x 1m cube, but where ground conditions dictate, a shallower wider foundation of the same volume may be used. As and when required soil analysis can be conducted to identify exactly what type and dimension of foundations are to be used in certain ground-types. Proven Energy Ltd. can provide basic information to give an idea as to what is required; however professional advice should be sought when an exact soil analysis is required. Screw the 9 large (M24) bolts supplied with the base-plate it to their full extent (not transported this way to protect the end thread). The ends of the bolts are factory greased. These bolts will later be withdrawn and used to bolt the WT tower to the base plate. Inserting them at this stage makes sure there is the necessary clearance in the concrete. Attach the M30 screwed rod with nuts provided to the base plate before pouring concrete. Insert reinforcing mesh into hole and jack up base plate assembly to approximately the right height. It is very important that one of the M30 screwed rods at the hinge side of the base plate is set low into the concrete so that there will be access for the hinge pin to slide in later. If this is not done when the concrete is laid then the screwed rod should be hacksawed off just above the nut afterwards. Insert conduit or soil pipe used for wind turbine power cable from edge of hole up through centre of base plate. Add concrete (Readimix supplier is usually easiest for this type of volume) and use vibrating concrete poker as necessary to remove air bubbles. Use a spirit level and the nuts on the screwed rod to get the base plate flat. It is vital that underneath the base plate is completely filled with concrete. The base plate must be fully supported by concrete when installation of turbine and tower takes place. Leave the final tightening of the M30 nuts until the hardening period is over. Important Before setting the Base Plate and foundations into the concrete foundation consider which way your WT will be lowered/raised and position the hinge-pin accordinglyClean the base plate of any excess concrete. Winch Anchor Foundation Refer to foundation diagrams for positioning. The anchor consists of a 1m cube or equivalent. It should be located on the opposite side of the base plate to the hinge pin attachment. N.B. It is important that the anchor is placed exactly in line with the centre of the base plate and perpendicular to the line of the hinge brackets. The pull on the anchor point for the Proven 2.5/TM1100 during raising and lowering is approximately 1800kg. Concrete Specification If using a Readimix supplier, ask for 35 Newton concrete. If mixing the concrete yourself, you should use the following proportions by volume 1:2:4 cement:sand:gravel Approximate volumes and weights for a 1m3 foundation are Cement: 310kg or 6.2 bags (1 bag = 50kg) Sand: 0.43m3 (967 kg or approx 1.0 tonnes) Gravel: 0.86m3 (2150kg or approx 2.2 tonnes Hardening Time You should allow plenty of time for the foundation to set and harden fully before erecting the turbine. We recommend a hardening period of approximately 2 weeks depending on weather conditions. For this reason, foundations are normally prepared in advance of the main installation. Note that the hardening time may be lengthened by poor weather conditions and shortened by the use of a quick-setting concrete additive. Poor Foundation Preparations Proven reserve the right to cancel an installation of a turbine if it is thought the foundations are of a poor quality. Subsequent costs in repairing the foundation and any further site visits will be met by the customer.Foundation for PROVEN 2.5 on a standard TM1100 mast 2500 FO 017PROVEN 2.5 WIND TURBINE ON A TM1100 TOWER 1.0m 2.5m x 2.5m x 1mProven Energy Ltd, Wardhead Park, Stewarton, KA3 5LH, Scotland, UK Tel: +44(0) 1560 485 570 Fax: +44(0) 1560 485 580 Web: www.provenenergy.com Email: info@provenenergy.com Reg. in Scotland No. 71400 Dear Sir/Madam, PROVEN CUSTOMER FOUNDATION CONFIRMATION Please read the following statement. On completion of your foundation work please sign the statement and return to Proven Energy Ltd, at the above below. I CERTIFY THAT THE FOUNDATIONS FOR THE WIND TURBINE AND TOWER (TO BE INSTALLED AT THE ADDRESS BELOW) ARE COMPLETED AS PER PROVEN INSTRUCTIONS*. I UNDERSTAND THAT I MAY BE CHARGED FOR ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION WORK IF REQUIRED DUE TO ANY DEVIATION FROM THE PROVEN SPECIFICATION**. SIGNED: .…………………………………………………. DATE: …………………………………………………….. NAME (CAPITALS): ……………………………………... SITE ADDRESS: ………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………. * Foundation specification for each wind turbine model is available from Proven Energy Ltd. Please check that you have the current Proven Foundation Pack for your particular wind turbine and tower combination. ** e.g. lack of anchor block, wrong hinge orientation etc. N.B. This form need only be completed and returned if your system is being installed by Proven Engineers. If your system is being installed by others e.g. Proven Authorised Distributor, consult them directly regarding foundation requirements.||2%205kW%20-%2011m%20Foundation%20Pack.pdf",
    "2 5kW - 6 5m Foundation Pack.pdf|PROVEN 2.5/TM650 FOUNDATION INSTRUCTIONSFoundation Pack for Proven 2.5/TM650 PACKING LIST LIST OF PARTS TO BE SENT WITH BASE PLATE 1 - GALVANISED BASE PLATE 4 – M20 HIGH TENSILE FOUNDATION RODS, 8 – M20 HIGH TENSILE BZP NUTS 4 – M20 BZP WASHERS 4 - M20 x 60 HIGH TENSILE BZP BOLTS AND 4 WASHERS 1 – M30 HIGH TENSILE ANCHOR ROD 1 – ANCHOR PLATE WITH M30 NUT AND WASHER 1 set Foundation Pack - 1 Pack Description (this page) - 1 Standard foundation diagram - 1 Anchor foundation diagram - 1 Alignment/Access diagram - 1 Foundation description (incl. concrete mixing details)PROVEN 2.5/TM650 FOUNDATION PREPARATIONS The main foundation consists of a large block of high-strength concrete. Four one metre lengths of M20 high tensile screwed rod are set into the concrete and are attached to the Foundation Base Plate. The Base Plate includes the hinge-pin attachment which is used to raise and lower the turbine (see diagrams). Preferably, the foundation should be prepared with one load of concrete. Where this is not possible, the top layer should be added before the bottom one has had time to set. Don’t ‘Shutter & Backfill’ When preparing house foundations a mould is prepared into which the concrete is poured. Earth/rocks are then filled around the foundation after the concrete has set. For WT foundations it is better to have an irregular shaped foundation than to have a perfect cube and then surround it with loose earth - just dig a hole and then fill it! This will produce a foundation with good stability. Preparing the Base Foundation The base foundation consists of 2.5m3 of strong-mix concrete. Normally this is prepared as a rough 1.6 x 1.6 x 1m cube, but where ground conditions dictate, a shallower wider foundation of the same volume may be used. As and when required soil analysis can be conducted to identify exactly what type and dimension of foundations are to be used in certain ground-types. Proven Energy Ltd. can provide basic information to give an idea as to what is required, however professional advice should be sought when an exact soil analysis is required. Screw the 4 large (M20) bolts supplied with the base-plate in to their full extent (not transported this way to protect the end thread). The ends of the bolts are factory greased. These bolts will later be withdrawn and used to bolt the WT tower to the base plate. Inserting them at this stage makes sure there is the necessary clearance in the concrete. Attach the M20 screwed rod with nuts provided to the base plate before pouring concrete. Jack up the base plate assembly to approximately the right height. Insert conduit or soil pipe used for wind turbine power cable from edge of hole up through centre of base plate. Add concrete (Readimix supplier is usually easiest for this type of volume) and use vibrating concrete poker as necessary to remove air bubbles. Use a spirit level and the nuts on the M20 screwed rod to get the base plate level. Make sure the M20 foundation rods are perpendicular to the level base plate and that the base plate is fully supported by the concrete. Leave the final tightening of the M20 foundation rods until the hardening period is over. Clean the base plate of any excess concrete. Important Before setting the Base Plate and foundations into the concrete foundation consider which way your WT will be lowered/raised and position the hinge-pin accordinglyWinch Anchor Foundation Refer to foundation diagrams for positioning. The anchor consists of a 0.65m cube or equivalent. It should be located on the opposite side of the base plate to the hinge pin attachment. N.B. It is important that the anchor is placed exactly in line with the centre of the base plate and perpendicular to the line of the hinge brackets. The pull on the anchor point for the WT2500/TM650 during raising and lowering is approximately 1000kg. Concrete Specification If using a Readimix supplier, ask for 35 Newton concrete. If mixing the concrete yourself, you should use the following proportions by volume 1:2:4 cement:sand:gravel Approximate volumes and weights for a 1m3 foundation are Cement: 310kg or 6.2 bags (1 bag = 50kg) Sand: 0.43m3 (967 kg or approx 1.0 tonnes) Gravel: 0.86m3 (2150kg or approx 2.2 tonnes Hardening Time You should allow plenty of time for the foundation to set and harden fully before erecting the turbine. We recommend a hardening period of approximately 2 weeks depending on weather conditions. For this reason, foundations are normally prepared in advance of the main installation. Note that the hardening time may be lengthened by poor weather conditions and shortened by the use of a quick-setting concrete additive. Poor Foundation Preparations Proven reserve the right to cancel an installation of a turbine if it is thought the foundations are of a poor quality. Subsequent costs in repairing the foundation and any further site visits will be met by the customer.PROVEN 2.5 WIND TURBINE ON A TM650 (6.5m) TOWERFoundation for PROVEN 2.5 on a TM650 (6.5m) self supporting mastProven Energy Ltd, Wardhead Park, Stewarton, KA3 5LH, Scotland, UK Tel: +44(0) 1560 485 570 Fax: +44(0) 1560 485 580 Web: www.provenenergy.com Email: info@provenenergy.com Reg. in Scotland No. 71400 Dear Sir/Madam, PROVEN CUSTOMER FOUNDATION CONFIRMATION Please read the following statement. On completion of your foundation work please sign the statement and return to Proven Energy Ltd, at the above below. I CERTIFY THAT THE FOUNDATIONS FOR THE WIND TURBINE AND TOWER (TO BE INSTALLED AT THE ADDRESS BELOW) ARE COMPLETED AS PER PROVEN INSTRUCTIONS*. I UNDERSTAND THAT I MAY BE CHARGED FOR ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION WORK IF REQUIRED DUE TO ANY DEVIATION FROM THE PROVEN SPECIFICATION**. SIGNED: .…………………………………………………. DATE: …………………………………………………….. NAME (CAPITALS): ……………………………………... SITE ADDRESS: ………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………. * Foundation specification for each wind turbine model is available from Proven Energy Ltd. Please check that you have the current Proven Foundation Pack for your particular wind turbine and tower combination. ** e.g. lack of anchor block, wrong hinge orientation etc. N.B. This form need only be completed and returned if your system is being installed by Proven Engineers. If your system is being installed by others e.g. Proven Authorised Distributor, consult them directly regarding foundation requirements.||2%205kW%20-%206%205m%20Foundation%20Pack.pdf",
    "6kW - 15m Foundation Pack.pdf|PROVEN 6/TM1500 FOUNDATION INSTRUCTIONSFoundation Pack for Proven 6/TM1500 PACKING LIST 1 - GALVANISED BASE PLATE 15 – M30 FOUNDATION RODS WITH BOSSES FITTED & 15 M30 WASHERS 10 – M30 x 100 HIGH TENSILE BOLTS AND 10 WASHERS 10 – SPACER TUBE PIECES FOR INITIAL USE WITH M30 x 100 HT BOLTS (25mm LONG) 5 – M30 x 60 HIGH TENSILE BOLTS AND 5 WASHERS 1 – 30mm DIAMETER ANCHOR ROD/PIN & PLATE 1 set Foundation Pack - 1 Pack Description (this page) - 1 Standard foundation diagram - 1 Anchor foundation diagram - 1 Alignment/Access diagram - 1 Foundation description (incl. concrete mixing details) N.B. REINFORCING STEEL MESH SHEET IS ALSO REQUIRED FOR THE FOUNDATION WORK BUT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE KIT SUPPLIED BY PROVENPROVEN 6/TM1500 FOUNDATION PREPARATIONS The main foundation consists of a large block of high-strength concrete. Fifteen M30 foundation rods are set into the concrete and are attached to the Foundation Base Plate. The Base Plate includes the hinge-pin attachment, which is used to raise and lower the turbine (see diagrams). Preferably, the concrete should be prepared and the foundation prepared with one load of concrete. Where this is not possible, the top layer should be added before the bottom one has had time to set. Don’t ‘Shutter & Backfill’ When preparing house foundations a mould is prepared into which the concrete is poured. Earth/rocks are then filled around the foundation after the concrete has set. For WT foundations it is better to have an irregular shaped foundation than to have a perfect cube and then surround it with loose earth - just dig a hole and then fill it! This will produce a foundation with good stability. Preparing the Base Foundation The base foundation consists of 10m3 of strong-mix concrete. Normally this is prepared as a rough 3 x 3 x 1.2m cube, but where ground conditions dictate, a shallower wider foundation of the same volume may be used. As and when required soil analysis can be conducted to identify exactly what type and dimension of foundations are to be used in certain ground-types. Proven Energy Ltd. can provide basic information to give an idea as to what is required, however professional advice should be sought when an exact soil analysis is required. Screw the 10 M30x100mm bolts into the foundation rod extension bosses through the 10 holes in a circular pattern in the middle of the base plate. These bolts will later be withdrawn and used to bolt the WT tower to the base plate, once concrete has cured. It is therefore necessary to place a 25mm spacer tube under the head of each bolt. (Please refer to diagram). Tighten bolts till the bosses are tight against the underside of the base plate. Through the remaining 5 holes on the outer edge of the plate screw the 5 M30x60mm bolts into the foundation rod extension bosses, again till the bosses are tight against the underside of the base plate. No spacers are required for the outer 5 bolts. Insert reinforcing mesh into hole and suspend foundation rod/base plate assembly into the hole making sure that base plate is completely level. Insert conduit or soil pipe used for wind turbine power cable from edge of hole up through centre of base plate. Add concrete (Readimix supplier is usually easiest for this type of volume) and use vibrating concrete poker as necessary to remove air bubbles. Make sure that base plate is fully supported underneath by concrete. Clean the base plate of any excess concrete. Important Before setting the Base Plate and foundations into the concrete foundation consider which way your WT will be lowered/raised and position the hinge-pin accordinglyWinch Anchor Foundation Refer to foundation diagrams for positioning. The anchor consists of a 1.5m x 1.5m x 1m cube or equivalent. It should be located on the opposite side of the base plate to the hinge pin attachment. N.B. It is important that the anchor is placed exactly in line with the centre of the base plate and perpendicular to the line of the hinge brackets. The pull on the anchor point for the Proven 6/TM1500 during raising and lowering is approximately 2500kg. Concrete Specification If using a Readimix supplier, ask for 35 Newton concrete. If mixing the concrete yourself, you should use the following proportions by volume 1:2:4 cement:sand:gravel Approximate volumes and weights for a 1m3 foundation are Cement: 310kg or 6.2 bags (1 bag = 50kg) Sand: 0.43m3 (967 kg or approx 1.0 tonnes) Gravel: 0.86m3 (2150kg or approx 2.2 tonnes) Hardening Time You should allow plenty of time for the foundation to set and harden fully before erecting the turbine. We recommend a hardening period of approximately 2 weeks. For this reason, foundations are normally prepared in advance of the main installation. Note that the hardening time may be lengthened by poor weather conditions and shortened by the use of a quick-setting concrete additive.Anchor Block Layout for PROVEN 6 with TM1500 MastProven Energy Ltd, Wardhead Park, Stewarton, KA3 5LH, Scotland, UK Tel: +44(0) 1560 485 570 Fax: +44(0) 1560 485 580 Web: www.provenenergy.com Email: info@provenenergy.com Reg. in Scotland No. 71400 Dear Sir/Madam, PROVEN CUSTOMER FOUNDATION CONFIRMATION Please read the following statement. On completion of your foundation work please sign the statement and return to Proven Energy Ltd, at the above below. I CERTIFY THAT THE FOUNDATIONS FOR THE WIND TURBINE AND TOWER (TO BE INSTALLED AT THE ADDRESS BELOW) ARE COMPLETED AS PER PROVEN INSTRUCTIONS*. I UNDERSTAND THAT I MAY BE CHARGED FOR ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION WORK IF REQUIRED DUE TO ANY DEVIATION FROM THE PROVEN SPECIFICATION**. SIGNED: .…………………………………………………. DATE: …………………………………………………….. NAME (CAPITALS): ……………………………………... SITE ADDRESS: ………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………. * Foundation specification for each wind turbine model is available from Proven Energy Ltd. Please check that you have the current Proven Foundation Pack for your particular wind turbine and tower combination. ** e.g. lack of anchor block, wrong hinge orientation etc. N.B. This form need only be completed and returned if your system is being installed by Proven Engineers. If your system is being installed by others e.g. Proven Authorised Distributor, consult them directly regarding foundation requirements.||6kW%20-%2015m%20Foundation%20Pack.pdf",
    "6kW - 9m Foundation Pack.pdf|PROVEN 6/TM900 FOUNDATION INSTRUCTIONSFoundation Pack for Proven 6/TM900 PACKING LIST 1 - GALVANISED BASE PLATE 6 – M30 FOUNDATION RODS, WITH 12 M30 NUTS AND 6 M30 WASHERS 9 - M24 HIGH TENSILE BOLTS AND 9 WASHERS 1 - ANCHOR PIN 1 set Foundation Pack - 1 Pack Description (this page) - 1 Standard foundation diagram - 1 Anchor foundation diagram - 1 Alignment/Access diagram - 1 Foundation description (incl. concrete mixing details) N.B. REINFORCING STEEL MESH SHEET IS ALSO REQUIRED FOR THE FOUNDATION WORK BUT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE KIT SUPPLIED BY PROVENPROVEN 6/TM900 FOUNDATION PREPARATIONS The main foundation consists of a large block of high-strength concrete. Six lengths of M30 screwed rod are set into the concrete and are attached to the Foundation Base Plate. The Base Plate includes the hinge-pin attachment, which is used to raise and lower the turbine (see diagrams). Preferably, the concrete should be prepared and the foundation prepared with one load of concrete. Where this is not possible, the top layer should be added before the bottom one has had time to set. Don’t ‘Shutter & Backfill’ When preparing house foundations a mould is prepared into which the concrete is poured. Earth/rocks are then filled around the foundation after the concrete has set. For WT foundations it is better to have an irregular shaped foundation than to have a perfect cube and then surround it with loose earth - just dig a hole and then fill it! This will produce a foundation with good stability. Preparing the Base Foundation The base foundation consists of 6m3 of strong-mix concrete. Normally this is prepared as a rough 2.5 x 2.5 x 1m cube, but where ground conditions dictate, a shallower wider foundation of the same volume may be used. As and when required soil analysis can be conducted to identify exactly what type and dimension of foundations are to be used in certain ground-types. Proven Energy Ltd. can provide basic information to give an idea as to what is required, however professional advice should be sought when an exact soil analysis is required. Screw the 9 large (M24) bolts supplied with the base-plate it to their full extent (not transported this way to protect the end thread). The ends of the bolts are factory greased. These bolts will later be withdrawn and used to bolt the WT tower to the base plate. Inserting them at this stage makes sure there is the necessary clearance in the concrete. Attach the M30 screwed rod with nuts provided to the base plate before pouring concrete. Insert reinforcing mesh into hole and jack up base plate assembly to approximately the right height. It is very important that one of the M30 screwed rods at the hinge side of the base plate is set low into the concrete so that there will be access for the hinge pin to slide in later. If this is not done when the concrete is laid then the screwed rod should be hacksawed off just above the nut afterwards. Insert conduit or soil pipe used for wind turbine power cable from edge of hole up through centre of base plate. Add concrete (Readimix supplier is usually easiest for this type of volume) and use vibrating concrete poker as necessary to remove air bubbles. Important Before setting the Base Plate and foundations into the concrete foundation consider which way your WT will be lowered/raised and position the hinge-pin accordinglyUse a spirit level and the nuts on the screwed rod to get the base plate flat. It is vital that underneath the base plate is completely filled with concrete. The base plate must be fully supported by concrete when installation of turbine and tower takes place. Leave the final tightening of the M30 nuts until the hardening period is over. Clean the base plate of any excess concrete. Winch Anchor Foundation Refer to foundation diagrams for positioning. The anchor consists of a 1m cube or equivalent. It should be located on the opposite side of the base plate to the hinge pin attachment. N.B. It is important that the anchor is placed exactly in line with the centre of the base plate and perpendicular to the line of the hinge brackets. The pull on the anchor point for the Proven 6/TM900 during raising and lowering is approximately 2500kg. Concrete Specification If using a Readimix supplier, ask for 35 Newton concrete. If mixing the concrete yourself, you should use the following proportions by volume 1:2:4 cement:sand:gravel Approximate volumes and weights for a 1m3 foundation are Cement: 310kg or 6.2 bags (1 bag = 50kg) Sand: 0.43m3 (967 kg or approx 1.0 tonnes) Gravel: 0.86m3 (2150kg or approx 2.2 tonnes) Hardening Time You should allow plenty of time for the foundation to set and harden fully before erecting the turbine. We recommend a hardening period of approximately 2 weeks. For this reason, foundations are normally prepared in advance of the main installation. Note that the hardening time may be lengthened by poor weather conditions and shortened by the use of a quick-setting concrete additive. Poor Foundation Preparations Proven reserve the right to cancel an installation of a turbine if it is thought the foundations are of a poor quality. Subsequent costs in repairing the foundation and any further site visits will be met by the customer.Proven Energy Ltd, Wardhead Park, Stewarton, KA3 5LH, Scotland, UK Tel: +44(0) 1560 485 570 Fax: +44(0) 1560 485 580 Web: www.provenenergy.com Email: info@provenenergy.com Reg. in Scotland No. 71400 Dear Sir/Madam, PROVEN CUSTOMER FOUNDATION CONFIRMATION Please read the following statement. On completion of your foundation work please sign the statement and return to Proven Energy Ltd, at the above below. I CERTIFY THAT THE FOUNDATIONS FOR THE WIND TURBINE AND TOWER (TO BE INSTALLED AT THE ADDRESS BELOW) ARE COMPLETED AS PER PROVEN INSTRUCTIONS*. I UNDERSTAND THAT I MAY BE CHARGED FOR ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION WORK IF REQUIRED DUE TO ANY DEVIATION FROM THE PROVEN SPECIFICATION**. SIGNED: .…………………………………………………. DATE: …………………………………………………….. NAME (CAPITALS): ……………………………………... SITE ADDRESS: ………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………. * Foundation specification for each wind turbine model is available from Proven Energy Ltd. Please check that you have the current Proven Foundation Pack for your particular wind turbine and tower combination. ** e.g. lack of anchor block, wrong hinge orientation etc. N.B. This form need only be completed and returned if your system is being installed by Proven Engineers. If your system is being installed by others e.g. Proven Authorised Distributor, consult them directly regarding foundation requirements.||6kW%20-%209m%20Foundation%20Pack.pdf",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - Energy Consultancy Advice.|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Advice Who are Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd? Eco EnerG are a UK based renewable energy consultancy as well as a distributor, installer of reliable, high performance, small-medium scale wind turbines and other sustainable energy products. Working throughout the UK our aim is to provide a complete turn-key service from idea development through to solution delivery. Our broad client base range from commercial energy consumers, schools and colleges, local authorities, farmers and domestic homes. Project Management Project Process Site & Energy Assessment We can help assess your site and your energy needs and the various types of renewable technologies which are available to help you to make an informed decision as to which solution is a best fit for you. Technology Consultancy Funding There are many grant and funding schemes currently available from various national, regional and local funding bodies. We are well placed to help you identify and secure the maximum amount of funding that is available, allowing you to keep the actual cost of your renewable project to a minimum. Planning Processes The planning requirements for the various technologies are very different depending on your local circumstances; we can help you navigate this often complex area if your renewable project. Co-ordination of Installation Many renewable projects often utilise many different technologies (Wind, Solar PV, Solar Water etc) on the same site, its important that these technologies are co-ordinated to ensure site integration and cost minimisation with the installation activities. Student, Employee & Community Involvement The delivery of an effective “sustainability” project relies on the involvement of every one! Don’t overlook one of the major benefits you have available from your investment, you have an excellent educational and environmental awareness opportunity, so use it. We can help you integrate your project into your curriculum or business improvement plans, active participation in all stages of the project will help students, employees and customers alike enthusiastically embrace a true sustainability agenda. © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||Advice.htm",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - Carbon.|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Enhanced Capital Allowances Give yourself a break – investing in energy-saving equipment does more than just save your business money. It’s often more tax efficient. Enhanced Capital Allowances (ECAs) are a straightforward way for a business to improve its cash flow through accelerated tax relief. The ECA scheme for energy-saving technologies encourages businesses to invest in energy-saving plant or machinery specified on the Energy Technology List (ETL). The ECA scheme provides businesses with 100% first year tax relief on their qualifying capital expenditure. The ETL specifies the energy-saving technologies that are included in the ECA scheme. The scheme allows businesses to write off the whole cost of the equipment against taxable profits in the year of purchase. This can provide a cash flow boost and an incentive to invest in energy-saving equipment which normally carries a price premium when compared to less efficient alternatives. How it works If your business pays corporation tax at 30%, every £1,000 spent on qualifying equipment would reduce its tax bill in the year of purchase by £300. In contrast, for every £1,000 spent the generally available capital allowance for spending on plant and machinery* would reduce your businesses tax bill in the year of purchase by £75. In other words, an ECA can provide a cash flow boost of £225 for every £1,000 it spends in the year of purchase**. Improve your bottom line For more information about the scheme, read the ECA scheme for energy-saving technologies brochure or visit the ECA website to check the eligibility of equipment via the Energy Technology List (ETL). Footnotes * 25% a year on the reducing balance basis. ** ECAs provide 100% tax relief, so there is no further tax relief in later years. The general rate of capital allowances does not provide 100% tax relief so there is a balance of spending to carry forward on the reducing balance basis for relief in later years. © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||Allowances.htm",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - Biomass fired boilers.|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Biomass Fired Boilers Facts Growing environmental awareness is increasing the demand for the use of renewable forms of energy. Wood is sustainable hence it is a Co2 neutral fuel. Woodland The modulating operation of some modern pellet boilers offer solutions to a wide spectrum of applications, from a low energy house to buildings with higher heat demands. Pellets In terms of heating convenience and user friendliness, modern pellet boilers are practically on par with oil and gas boilers, thanks to modulating output. Burning Hopper Optimum combustion leads to extremely low ash residues, ash normally only needs to be removed once per heating season. The typical temperature range of wood combustion lies between 800 deg C and 1200 deg C. The higher the temperature the more complete the combustion of the main constituents C, H2 and O2 onto Co2 and water vapour. Boiler with Pellet Store Our biomass boilers come fully equipped as standard with fully automatic pellet supply system designed to fill the integral fuel hopper. Packaged Solution We also offer a packaged solution, which includes a biomass boiler, feed system, pellet store and solar panels and cylinder, make contact if you need further details. © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||Biomass.htm",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - Carbon.|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Carbon World Wildlife Foundation If everyone in the world lived as we do in the UK, we would need three planets to support us. Read more about WWFs vision for a one planet future . National Footprint Calculator – Food/Travel/Home/Stuff National Footprint Calculator Try using the WWF footprint calculator; it will only take you five minutes to complete http:\/\/www.footprint.wwf.org.uk/ Carbon Trust The Carbon Trust has launched a business carbon footprint calculator and campaign to cut business emissions, which could save £350mn on winter fuel bills. The trust claims the scheme offers potential savings of over 2.7mn tonnes of CO2 via cost free and low cost energy saving actions. http:\/\/www.carbontrust.co.uk/solutions/CarbonFootprinting/FootprintCalculators © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||Carbon.htm",
    "How to contact - Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Contact Us Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd Durham Office: Orchard House West Terrace, Staindrop County Durham DL2 3JS General Tel No: 08707 120697 Mobile: 07753652549 N Yorkshire Office: 16 Yearby Road, Redcar, North Yorkshire TS11 8HF General Tel No: 08707 120697 Mobile: 07713066612 Maps: How to find us Email: Please complete the enquiry form below and we will endeavour to respond to you within 48 hours * indicates required fields * Name: * Address: * Postcode: * Telephone Number: * e-mail address: * Type of Enquiry: Book a Site Survey Advice on Planning & Grants General Information Request * Energy Usage - Electricity kWh/yr, Oil Lts , Gas: * Products we are interested in: Wind Turbine Solar Water/PV Biomass Boilers Heat Pumps © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||Contact.htm",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - Domestic Case Study.|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Domestic case study Solar Installation on 4 Bed Home in Teesdale A typical solar installation – a Viessmann vacuum tube collector system with stainless steel twin coil cylinder, this high quality and high performance system was designed to maximise the solar gain on a predominantly west facing roof. The system is expected to deliver 1038kWh/heat energy/annum to the hot water system throughout the year. Installation starts Installation finished Nothing can quite beat the feeling of taking a nice hot shower knowing that the water has been produced purely by the sun. By installing solar water heating you know you are doing something good for the environment. Once installed the panel and pump work for themselves. There is very little energy needed - just the pump which is estimated at about £5 per year". "The team who designed and installed it were great, we were concerned we would not be able to install solar because we live in a conservation area, however they helped us convince the planners by providing various coloured panels and options for placing the external components of the system ". The existing hot water system was ineffective and unsightly: Before photo We managed to improve the existing internal pipe work and bring the whole system up to current G3 standards as part of the solar install: After photo © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||Domestic_CaseStudy.htm",
    "EcoEnerg.co.uk - Energy Now Magazine Article May08|14 ENERGY NOW MAY!JUN 2008 . Log on to www.cleanerairsolutions.co.uk for more information Afamily-run farm and equestrian centre in County Durham has harnessed the power of the sun as part of its regeneration of the entire farm. The Solar PV electrical generation system has been installed above the equestrian arena to reduce the amount of mains-generated electricity used by the business, including the lighting on the arena and the stable blocks. A spokesman for the centre says that the whole farm has gone through an extensive programme of both restoration and renovation using renewable technologies as an integral part of the programme, where possible. By using the solar array, supplied by Durham-based Cleaner Air Solutions Ltd, it hopes to generate enough electricity for the whole equestrian side of the business. As things progress, the centre can add to the system, further reducing its annual requirements from the National Grid, as well as saving tonnes of CO2 emissions. The Solar PV Array of 2.1Kwp, is ground-fixed facing due south and consists of 12 x Sharp 180Watt modules linked to an outside Inverter A new solar system will provide enough electricity to power this Co Durham equestrian centre (converts the DC current from the modules into AC current fed into the local distribution point), and will provide around 1600Kwh per year - totally carbon free. It is estimated that the system will save up to 25-30% of the annual electricity bill for the facility, with the benefit that the modules come with a 25-year manufacturer’s warranty. Cleaner Air Solutions Limited recently achieved its accreditation under the government’s BRE run UKMCS - UK Microgeneration Certification Scheme. It is one of the first companies in the UK to have done this. Being an OFGEM-approved agent for ROC’s and Climate Charge Levy, places it in an excellent position to further promote the uptake of clean solar energy. . Happy birthday for renewables company One of the emerging North East renewable energy companies, Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd, based in Staindrop, Middlesborough, celebrated its first year of trading with recognition at the recent Energy and Environment Industry Awards 2008. The two-day event, hosted by TV presenter Wendy Gibson, and organised by Paul Jackson of Renew Tees Valley is a regional showcase for the energy sector. The young business was nominated in the categories of Educational Awareness and Renewable Energy and received recognition as runner-up in the “recognition of a major and significant Tees Valley renewable energy initiative of strategic importance” award. This is the culmination of a successful first year of work across the North East, with a range of architects, manufacturing businesses, domestic properties, and notably, sustainability work with the MacMillan Academy. The company helps its customers on the journey to becoming low carbon energy consumers, at minimal cost, matching renewable technologies with customer specific needs and measures of value. Managing director, Craig Sams said: “Our customers take great satisfaction in playing an active part within their renewable energy project, whether we’re helping them establish and reduce the amount of energy they consume, assessing or delivering the various renewable technologies for their business, or helping reduce their carbon footprint. “It’s as much an education and knowledge transfer process as it is an installation one.” The Macmillan Academy is based in Middlesborough, with 1,300 students ranging between 11 to 17 yrs. “Our key aim with this assignment was to provide a structured approach to identify, monitor and manage their existing energy needs across the whole campus,” said Mr Sams. . . Log on to www.ecoenerg.co.uk or tel 08707 120697 for further details FOCUS ON THE NORTH EAST Co Durham farm business is set for a sunny future||Energy_Now_Magazine_Article_May08.pdf",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - National Grants.|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome National Grants The Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform's (BERR) low carbon buildings programme provides grants for householders, community organisations, schools, and the public sector. Grants are available for micro generation technologies including: solar photovoltaic, wind turbines, small scale hydro, solar water heating, heat pumps and bio energy. The programme will also fund renewable CHP, micro CHP and fuel cells. There are two main streams of funding: Stream 1 – Householders . A prerequisite to apply for a grant is that you have already taken a number of energy efficiency measures such as loft insulation, cavity wall insulation (if you have cavity walls), fitted low energy light bulbs and have installed basic controls for your heating system. We can provide you with a quote and once you have installed your energy efficiency measures, you can apply for your grant online via Low Carbon Buildings Program . Stream 2 – Public and Charitable Sector Organisations. Grants are awarded up to £1m on a first come, first served basis (provided applications meet pre-determined criteria). Grant levels for Phase 2 vary according to technology and will be applied to total installation costs (excluding VAT). Local Grants Many grants are available locally, we recommend that you make contact with your local district council and their environmental team; they should provide information on how they intend encouraging local investment in renewable technologies. Third Party Grants E.ON funding for Community and Charitable Projects See E.ONs website . You will be able to access information about energy efficiency, micro-generation and other low carbon measures that you can implement in your community building to really make a difference – to both your organisation and the environment. Their site is also the home of their SOURCE Fund. As part of their community investment work they have developed a fund which offers financial opportunities to community groups and not for profit organisations that wish to pursue and implement sustainable energy measures. Support for Businesses (SME) Carbon Trust Unsecured interest-free Energy-Efficiency Loans are available from the Carbon Trust , these are cost effective ways to replace or upgrade your existing equipment with a more energy efficient version. Being more energy efficient makes sound economic sense because using less energy lowers operating costs. From an environmental perspective, it's an effective way for business to cut carbon emissions and, in turn, combat climate change. Shell Springboard It’s not only big businesses and governments that can respond to the challenge of climate change are you a small business who sees reducing greenhouse gases as a business opportunity. Do you have a good idea that needs a financial boost up to £40K? Have a look at Springboard and some of the great ideas from other companies. © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||Grants.htm",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - Heat Pumps. |Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Heat Pumps Facts Heat pumps utilise solar energy stored in the ground, in ground water or in the air, plus small quantities of additional energy (normally electric) as heating energy. The efficiency of modern heat pumps enables them to deliver energy all year round for central and hot water heating. Solar energy stored in the ground can be collected either via ground heat devices such as a slinky (rule of thumb x2 area to be heated), if space is of a premium compact collectors, or boreholes can also be used which are sunk into the ground up to a depth of 180m by suitable drilling methods. Air source is the simplest to install and can also be used to outside temperatures of minus 15 deg C. House and Heat Pump Configuration. Function The heat pump function is based on extraction of energy from the environment which is raised to a higher level, to enable it to be utilised for central or hot water heating. Electrically heated heat pumps are state of the art, their principle mode of operation mirrors that of a refrigerator. Heat Pump Principles Performance Factor Modern heat pumps driven by electric power, draws approximately three quarters of the energy required for heating from the environment, the final quarter being the electric power required to drive the compressor. The performance factor is a result of the ratio between transferred heating energy and the energy used to power the equipment. In this case 3 units (heat energy) + 1 unit (electric energy) = 1 unit input energy gives 4 units of output energy or 4 COP (Co-efficiency of Performance). Download our Heat Pump Quotation Request Form (xls,132kb) to complete and return to us by email, fax, or post, to obtain a quotation for a heat pump project. © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||Heat_Pumps.htm",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - UK based renewable energy consultancy. |Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd Eco EnerG Solutions are a UK based renewable energy consultancy as well as a distributor, installer of reliable, high performance, small-medium scale wind turbines and sustainable energy products. Working throughout the UK our aim is to provide a complete turn-key service from idea development through to solution delivery. Our broad client base range from commercial energy consumers, local authorities, farmers and domestic homes. Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd, based in Staindrop celebrates its first year of trading with recognition at the recent Energy and Environment Industry Awards 2008. Learn more ... REA Listed Accredited installer 2142902 Low Carbon Partnership Accredited Installer © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||index.htm",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - UK based renewable energy consultancy. |Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd Eco EnerG Solutions are a UK based renewable energy consultancy as well as a distributor, installer of reliable, high performance, small-medium scale wind turbines and sustainable energy products. Working throughout the UK our aim is to provide a complete turn-key service from idea development through to solution delivery. Our broad client base range from commercial energy consumers, local authorities, farmers and domestic homes. Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd, based in Staindrop celebrates its first year of trading with recognition at the recent Energy and Environment Industry Awards 2008. Learn more ... REA Listed Accredited installer 2142902 Low Carbon Partnership Accredited Installer © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||index.html",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - Carbon.|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Articles & Awards Energy and Environment Industry Awards 2008 North East Renewable Energy company Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd , based in Staindrop celebrates its first year of trading with recognition at the recent Energy and Environment Industry Awards 2008. The 2 day event, held at Middlesbrough Football Club, hosted by TV Presenter Wendy Gibson, and organised by Paul Jackson of Renew Tees Valley is a regional showcase for the energy sector. Eco EnerG were nominated in the two categories of ‘Educational Awareness’ and ‘Renewable Energy’. It was this latter, amongst stiff competition, for which Eco EnerG received recognition of “runner up” for “recognition of a major and significant Tees Valley renewable energy initiative of strategic importance”. This is the culmination of a successful first year of work across the North East, with a range of architects, manufacturing businesses, domestic properties, and notably, sustainability work with the MacMillan Academy, Middlesbrough. From left Craig Sams (MD of Eco EnerG), Ian Viveash (Eco EnerG, Sustainability Manager), Peter McNorton ( Baxi- Sponsor of the event), Paul Jackson (RTV). Said Managing Director, Craig Sams , “We’re extremely pleased with the award… it’s a real bonus. Recognition by our customers is the best praise we can hope for...”. The company helps its customers on the journey to becoming low carbon energy consumers, at minimal cost, matching renewable technologies with customer specific needs and measures of value. Craig went on to say “Our customers take great satisfaction in playing an active part within their renewable energy project, whether we’re helping them establish and reduce the amount of energy they consume, assessing or delivering the various renewable technologies for their school, or business or helping reduce their family’s carbon footprint. It’s as much an education and knowledge transfer process as it is an installation one”. "All our customers are typically intelligent, socially aware, forward thinking and determined to make a difference not just for themselves, but for the wider community. Often our customers have already done their homework, evaluated their options, and are simply looking for installation of a solar panel, wind turbine, biomass boiler or heat pump. We can still help them, taking and driving the installation process on their behalf". © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||News.htm",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - Carbon.|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Company Profile Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd are an extremely dynamic company based in the North of England, we operate within the Renewable Energy Sector throughout the UK. Our primary focus is providing project advice, education, awareness and support as well as the effective delivery of low carbon energy generation solutions for all our clients ranging from local authorities, schools, SME, businesses through to domestic customers . Eco EnerG Solutions van Our management and operational teams are second to none, they include mechanical and electrical engineers, construction managers, procurement professionals as well as environmental and education advisors. Many of our team team draw on years of experience with leading Blue Chip Companies such as ICI PLC. Your Desire, is our Challenge Most people have the desire to protect our environment; our challenge is to turn that desire into action. Our aim is to enable all our customers to make the move from being mere consumers of energy to becoming true environmental ambassadors and contributors to our countries overall energy requirements. The best way to predict the future, is to invest in it. We constantly strive to identify and evaluate new practices and low carbon generation technology, everything we recommend and install has been independently tested and is fully accredited by BERR under the Low Carbon Building programme. As an independent provider of green technology we are not tied into providing a single product range, this policy ensures that the most appropriate product/s are selected and recommended on the basis of application suitability rather than a restriction of supply. © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||Profile.htm",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - SME case study - 15kW Energy Wind Turbine .|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Small medium sized enterprise (SME) case study 15kW Proven Energy Wind Turbine improves FootPrint at Altberg Altberg, one of the last remaining specialist boot manufacturers in the UK provides handmade footwear to walkers and organisations such as the British Army and Police Force. Their manufacturing and sales facility is located on the edge of Gallowfields Industrial Estate and is positioned in an exposed and prominent location overlooking Richmond in North Yorkshire. Installation starts Mike Sheehan, owner of Altberg has a strong desire to maintain and promote traditional craftsmanship whilst working hand in hand with the environment. Their recent investment in a wind turbine is the first of its kind in the town, and is helping to raise local awareness of global warming and promoting the part we all have to play to helping to tackle it. Foundations finished Mike expects the 15kW (3 Phase) grid connect turbine to help secure the escalation in energy costs that we all seem to be effected by on a regular basis. The turbine is grid connected, hence any surplus energy generated which is not consumed will be exported to the national grid helping to reduce the need for large commercial fossil fuel generation (Coal) which is high in Carbon Dioxide emissions. Wind Turbine arrives The turbine will reduce his CO2 footprint by up to 12.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, realise a significant improvement in energy costs and facilitate ROC (Renewable Obligation Payments) to be paid to Altberg for being a renewable energy generator. Ready for erection Starting to lift Up and away. In place Installation finished. Altberg website: www.altberg.co.uk © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||SME.htm",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - Solar thermal panels.|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Solar Facts Solar thermal panels, along with a condensing boiler, most often represents the best green investment for all types and sizes of buildings. They can heat 100% of your hot water in the summer and save at least 60% of the annual fuel cost for heating hot water (that’s just the hot water part of your fuel bill – not the total fuel bill). Download our Solar Hot Water Installation Questionnaire (pdf,45kb) to complete and return to us to obtain a budget price for a solar hot water project. Solar Flat Panel In Roof Solar panels can absorb direct and indirect energy from the sun even on dull days and convert it into heat. Panels are easily connected together, to generate the right amount of hot water for your building – or swimming pool! For a domestic installation (without a pool), a rule of thumb is 0.8m2 of solar panels per person in the household. System The panels are connected to a hot water cylinder, which has 2 coils. The solar panels are connected to the bottom coil & the boiler to the top coil. Sensors ensure that when there is insufficient solar energy to heat the water, the boiler fires to take over. Flat plate collectors should ideally be sited on a south facing, pitched roof facing between SW and SE. Solar Evacuated Tube Panel Evacuated Tube panels offer more flexibility in siting, as the individual tubes can be rotated towards the sun, to maximise absorption. There is also the option to install tubes on flat roofs and vertically on walls. Tubes tend to be slightly more expensive than flat panels, but they offer higher efficiency levels, especially in colder times of the year. Another advantage of tubes is that they are much easier to lift onto the roof, as the tubes and components can be carried up individually, rather than one heavy unit. Roof Orientation and Solar Potential Where flat panel installations are an option, the panels can either be mounted on top of the roof tiles, or integrated into the roof. A domestic installation can cost around £4,000 - £6,000. The good news is that research has shown that solar panels for hot water can add up to £10,000 to the value of a house. Download our Solar Hot Water Installation Questionnaire (pdf,45kb) to complete and return to us to obtain a budget price for a solar hot water project. Solar Energy covers upto 60% of energy required for typical Hot Water needs. © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||Solar.htm",
    "Microsoft Word - Solar Hot Water Installation Questionaire _V08_|FAX BACK TO 08707 120697 Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd Orchard House, Staindrop, County Durham. DL2 3JS. England. Tel / Fax: 08707 120697 e-mail : sales@ecoenerg.co.uk web : www.ecoenerg.co.uk Clear Skies Registered Installer 2142902 Low Carbon Partnership Installer 1 Solar Hot Water Installation Questionnaire Please complete this questionnaire and return to us to obtain a budget price for a solar hot water project. Customer Details Name Date Role / Job Title Company Address Street Town Post Code Phone Number Mobile Number E - Mail Project Details Project Name Installation Address Function of Building Estimated Month for Solar Installation Calculate Hot Water Demand Type of Building (eg Domestic/School/Hotel) Size of Building (15 classrooms/home (eg 4 beds) Number of occupants using hot water? Usage – Number & Type of Hot Water Fittings Basin/s (Public Usage) Basin/s (Private) Shower/s Kitchen Sink/s Bath/s Other Total Volume of hot water requirements/ day Litres/dayFAX BACK TO 08707 120697 Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd Orchard House, Staindrop, County Durham. DL2 3JS. England. Tel / Fax: 08707 120697 e-mail : sales@ecoenerg.co.uk web : www.ecoenerg.co.uk Clear Skies Registered Installer 2142902 Low Carbon Partnership Installer 2 Cylinder Existing Size / Volume of Hot Water Storage litres Confirm if - Vented or Unvented Cylinder? Location of Cylinder? Confirm size of location available for Solar Cylinder or Preheat Vessel plus pump station etc (circle largest cylinder which will fit in this space) Capacity 210 Ltr = (H)1400 x (Dia) 580 mm Capacity 250Ltr = (H) 1600 x (Dia) 580 mm Capacity 330Ltr = (H) 2090 x (Dia) 580 mm Capacity 500Ltr = (H) 1955 x (Dia) 898 mm If larger location larger indicate size available Confirm easy access and distance between Cylinder location and proposed location for Solar Panel/s Sketch / Provide Photo meters Is cylinder position below the solar panels? Is a fused spur available to be used for pump station in cylinder room? Boiler Confirm Boiler Type Gas Oil Electric Biomass Wood Burning Stove Confirm Boiler Type Make & Model Number (Worcester 1310) Boiler Output (KWh) Combi Condensing …………………………………………….. ……………………………………………. Any Other Comments SketchesFAX BACK TO 08707 120697 Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd Orchard House, Staindrop, County Durham. DL2 3JS. England. Tel / Fax: 08707 120697 e-mail : sales@ecoenerg.co.uk web : www.ecoenerg.co.uk Clear Skies Registered Installer 2142902 Low Carbon Partnership Installer 3 Roof Roof Orientation, Pitch of Roof & Size of Roof available for panels? (eg South, 45 Deg, size of roof area available) Is roof area shaded at ant time? Facing Direction Pitch Roof Area m2 Yes No Partially Type of roofing material (Please provide photo if possible*) Pan tile (Clay) Composite Shingle Cement Tile (flat) Metal Corrugated Flat Roof Method of mounting Solar Panel On-Roof In-Roof Ballasted Type of Solar Panel Colour Flat Evacuated Tube Bronze/Silver Safe access to site for installation, Scaffolding? Is the property in a location which is a conservation area or AONB (Planning Permission may be required) Reason for Project & request for Budget Quote (tick as appropriate) Reduce Carbon Footprint Reduce Energy Bills Quote for Planning Application 10% renewable energy requirement Educational Tool Business Marketing Tool Other (please specify) How did you hear about us ……………………………. ………………………………………………… Please Post completed form (with supporting photos) so we can provide you with your Budget Quote.||Solar_Hot_Water_Installation_Questionaire_V08_.pdf",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - Photovoltaic Systems.|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Photovoltaic Systems Facts Photovoltaic System enables you to generate power and heat by using the sun’s energy to create electricity. Panels on House Unlike solar hot water panels, which merely “harvest” solar energy, photovoltaic systems (PV) create electrical energy directly from a physical process inside the solar cell. This is DC power which is then converted by an inverter into AC power. Double and Single Pane PV Module This is then used to satisfy your own electricity needs and any surplus can then be automatically fed back into the national grid (if you fit an export meter this will then also credit your bill !). We provide a separate ROC (Renewable Obligations Certificate) meter to monitor the total amount of renewable energy you have generated; this allows you to sell these ROCs to agents who will buy these certificates from you. Electrical connection of Modules How much energy Subject to location, orientation and inclination, a photovoltaic system with a rating of 2.64kWp generates approximately 2,000 to 2,300kWh per annum. This is equivalent to around 57% to 66% of the power requirements of a typical household, with the added benefit of reduced Co2 emissions. You can check using this Solar PV Energy Estimation Facility . Case Study A family-run farm and equestrian centre in County Durham has harnessed the power of the sun with a Solar PV electrical generation system as part of its regeneration of the entire farm. Read more (pdf download 75kb).... © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||Solar_Photovoltaic.htm",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - Proven Energy Wind Turbines.|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Wind Turbines We sell and install Proven Energy Wind Turbines, the world’s most robust, low maintenance and adaptable wind turbine. We provide applications to meet our client’s specific electricity generation needs, be they grid connect, direct heating, off grid battery systems or bespoke roof mounted solutions then we can help. Robust Proven Energy’s internationally patented turbine has undergone rigorous testing in both moderate and extreme conditions. These turbines are the market leader because these turbine installations are as successful in your yard or commercial property as they are in Antarctica and Saudi Arabia. The system works with nature and not against it like upwind turbines – the result is that you get the most out of most any wind speed to maximize on your investment. Domestic Turbine Design The patented Proven Flexible Blade System enables the turbine to generate power in light or Strong winds. The unique system, a combination of innovative design and the latest techniques in advanced composite technology, allows the blades to bend and flex. As the wind gets stronger, the blades twist to reduce their aerodynamic efficiency. This allows the Proven Turbine to keep a high output even in the fiercest storms, unlike many turbines which need to stop producing to protect themselves in high wind speeds. The blades will also regulate their speed, preventing damage, should there be any disconnection of load from the turbine, due to a power cut or electrical fault. Low Noise The Proven Turbine is designed to minimize noise and maintenance. The turbine has a direct drive generator, which operates without a gearbox. The generator load is continuously monitored to keep blades rotating at a low speed whilst optimizing power output. Proven turbines probably have one of the lowest blade tip speeds of modern small turbines minimising sound. The result is that noise from the turbine is reduced to the swish of blades turning in the wind, virtually unnoticeable compared with background sound. 15kW White Wardhead Low Maintenance Proven designed controllers run the system automatically and display power output from the turbine, without the need for you to have specialist skills. The power connectors and turbine brake are easily accessible at the base of the mast. On installation you will receive an easy to follow user guide, which will tell all about your turbine. Periodical maintenance checks, which can be carried out via our selves are recommended for optimum performance. See also: Wind Turbines - Technical Q&A © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||Wind.htm",
    "Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd - Wind Turbines Technical Q&A.|Home Search Sitemap Contact Please call us on: 08707 120 697 Welcome Wind Turbines - Technical Q & A: Thinking about a Wind Turbine Installation Who can own a wind turbine? How do I find out if my site is windy enough? What type and size turbine will I need? What is Grid Connected? What is Off Grid? How tall are wind turbines? How much space do I need for a turbine? Will we need planning permission? Technical details What are wind turbines made of? How is the turbine connected to the grid? How does the turbine face the wind? What about high winds? Living with a wind turbine What about low winds? Are wind turbines noisy? Do small wind turbines affect birds? Will small wind turbines affect animals? What about lightning strikes? What happens to the turbine during a power cut? Long term What servicing does the turbine need? How does a wind turbine affect the value of my house? What is the life of a turbine? What are the warranty terms? Costs and grants How long will it take to pay back the turbine investment? Will I be able to get a grant? How much will I get for the renewable electricity I generate? What rate of VAT applies? Thinking about a Wind Turbine Installation Who can own a wind turbine? Small wind turbines are ideal for domestic households, schools, higher education sites, community centers, farms and businesses to use for on-site energy generation. We offer a broad range of wind turbine models, free standing or roof mounted which can be installed in almost all locations. Ultimately your individual site specifics (such as wind speed, location and local landscape) will determine if a wind turbine is viable for you and if so, what appropriate turbine type and size will meet your needs. How do I find out if my site is windy enough? If you provide us with your postcode (via our contact us form) we will confirm your average mean wind speed (AMWS) from the NOABL database, this is a national wind database and will provide theoretical data, ignoring factors such as trees and buildings etc. A site with an average wind speed of around 4.8 meters per second is probably worthwhile investigating further by requesting we perform a site survey. An accurate way of determining your wind speed is to install an anemometer (wind measuring instrument) to record your actual wind speed over a full years cycle (12 month period.) however this will cost in the region of £2500 depending on circumstances. What type and size turbine will I need? Armed with your wind speed, your annual electricity consumption and the information gathered from a site survey we should be able to help size a turbine to meet your current and future energy needs. Turbine Technical Data Sheet - PDF (171KB) Grid Connected This is where your turbine generation system is integrated into your existing electricity supply, any surplus electricity that is generated would be automatically fed back into the national grid system. An export meter would need to be installed to facilitate payment for any electricity exported. Off Grid If you are not connected to the national grid, we can provide a turbine system that fulfils your electricity needs via a battery pack, the turbine is used to maintain and condition the battery charge, inverters convert the battery DC charge to 240v AC for normal domestic electricity supply. (Generators can also be linked into this system). How tall are wind turbines? All turbines come with various column size options ranging from 6.5 meters up to 15 meters, this allows a turbine installation some flexibility to cater for various site conditions. In general, the higher the turbine, the higher the wind speed and greater likely hood that the turbine will be fed with smooth, turbulent free air. How much space do I need for a turbine? Ideally, turbines should be sited as far away as possible from buildings, trees or any obstructions which could potentially cause turbulence, which is particularly important in the prevailing wind direction. Wind Direction Diagram Ground mounted turbines have concrete foundations, an anchor point and a tilt column with a hinge at the bottom, this simple design allows easy installation and going maintenance to be performed. This means that the site will have to be capable of holding the height of the turbine column and blade diameter on an horizontal plain, eg turbine footprint.. Wind Turbine Installation Here are the various foundation specifications: 2.5kW - 6.5m Foundation Pack - PDF(1.16MB) 2.5kW - 11m Foundation Pack - PDF(1.3MB) 6kW - 9m Foundation Pack- PDF(1.0MB) 6kW - 15m Foundation Pack- PDF(0.63MB) 15kW - 15m Foundation Pack- PDF(0.93MB) Will we need planning permission? We recommend that you discuss your renewable energy investment plans with your neighbours prior to commencing with any planning application, this way you can remove any potential concerns at any early stage of the project. Wind Turbines normally require planning permission, we recommend that you consult your local planning team and gain confirmation of their needs in writing. If you need planning we will furnish you with the relevant planning pack to help support your application. Technical details What are wind turbines made of? The turbine tower is made of galvanized carbon steel. The blades are made of glass-fiber reinforced polyester with a black matt finish to reduce reflected light. The turbine body is made from galvanized carbon steel, stainless steel and some plastic components; everything is built to marine quality. How is the turbine connected to the grid? The electrical output from the brushless, direct drive, permanent magnet generator is fed to an inverter and rectifier this is then connected into your main distribution board, providing electricity at a standard 240Volts AC, mains supply. How does the turbine face the wind? Our turbines are an 'award winning' downwind design, the 3 blades are at the back of the turbine, this enables the turbine to capture the maximum output from the wind performance at site. What about high winds? Our turbines are unique in their design, they have no maximum wind speed ! Almost all other turbine designs have systems to feather their blades or have brakes applied in high winds conditions. Living with a wind turbine What about low winds? The turbine will generate power down to a wind speed of 2.5 m/s. Below that, no power will be generated, because of this you will need an alternative source of electricity such as batteries (which are charged when the turbine is operating) or a generator. If you are connected to the national grid then you will draw power as normal as it is required. Are wind turbines noisy? Our small wind turbines are designed to be very quiet, a subtle combination of slow rotating speed, a direct drive system which avoids gear box noise and increases efficiency. The aerodynamic efficiency of the blades means that the turbine is quiet in operation, the wind itself makes more noise than a wind turbine, the noise increases with wind speed, but so does the noise of the wind. Do small wind turbines affect birds? Independent experts have shown that birds are unlikely to be damaged by the moving blades of wind turbines, this said bird strikes do happen, but rarely. The siting of a turbine is important to avoid nesting sites and migration paths. The RSPB actively supports and promotes the use of wind power and does not object to wind turbines (when correctly sited), because they see the greatest threat to birds is from climate change. Will small wind turbines affect animals? There are turbines successfully installed on livestock and poultry farms, as well as equestrian centers. What about lightning strikes? Lightning strikes do occur and can cause damage to any structure, lightning protection is included within the installation. What happens to the turbine during a power cut? The wind turbine safety system is designed to automatically disconnect from the National Grid if there is a power cut, this is to prevent electricity being fed from the turbine onto the grid. This is designed to prevent problems to personnel who may be working on repairing faulty or downed cables. Long term What servicing does the turbine need? The turbine requires an annual service, which must be done by trained staff. To do this the tower needs to be lowered to get access to the turbine generator. The servicing is straightforward, requiring general inspection of moving parts, lubrication and slip-ring cleaning. How does a wind turbine affect the value of my house? Under the new regulations for selling four or more bedroom homes a standard SAP evaluation rating will need to be performed to establish its energy performance of a home; a wind turbine will positively contribute to the energy performance and hence increase the value of your property. What is the life of a turbine? The turbine has a design life of 25 years, providing that regular servicing is carried out as recommended. What are the warranty terms? The standard Proven warranty is 2 years for materials. We can extend the warranty upon request to 5 years. Our terms are that the servicing must be carried out annually, by personnel approved by us. Costs and grants How long will it take to pay back the turbine investment? This will depend on several factors. Wind speed will govern how much electricity is generated. How much of your electricity needs that you generate, buy and export Grant Support ROCs (Renewable Obligation Certificates) how much to sell them for Tax breaks (Capitalisation of your investment) You may achieve a payback period of 9 years and it is conceivable to do better than that. Will I be able to get a grant? The grants situation is changing all the time, you should be able to get some sort of assistance from BERR (DTI) funding from the Low Carbon Buildings Programme. There are often local grants which you can also take advantage of, make contact with your district council environmental manager for further details. How much will I get for the renewable electricity I generate? You should be able to arrange to sell your renewable electricity, generally you should expect to be paid 50% of what you pay your electricity provider per kW/h, please do shop around. You will have to arrange for the export meter to be installed and read. We will install a ROC meter as part of our turbine installation, this meter will record how much renewable electricity you generate, when you generate 1000kW/h this is worth 1 Renewable Obligation Certificate (ROC), you can then sell these ROCs to companies who buy and trade them. What rate of VAT applies? The standard rate of 17.5% applies to businesses, to encourage domestic uptake of renewable energy a VAT rate of 5% is applied, for new buildings 0 (Zero) VAT is applied. © Eco EnerG Solutions Ltd. All rights reserved.||Wind_Technical_FAQ.htm"
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