[RE-wrenches] VAWT recommendation

[Dan Fink]

Kelly;

I would insist on a years worth of actual wind speed versus energy 
output data performed by an unaffiliated third party, before even 
touching this project with a 10-foot gin pole.

DAN FINK
Buckville Energy Consulting LLC

Kelly Keilwitz, Whidbey Sun & Wind wrote:
> Wind wrenches,
> We have a subcontract to install 30kW of VAWT, along with 30kW of PV for 
> the Navy. The Navy specified Helix Wind turbines, and is adamant on 
> sticking with VAWTs, although they may accept an alternative. The GC we 
> are working under is sufficiently scared of Helix to look for a viable 
> alternative. Are there any?!
> 
> The GC has done some research and wants to use the UGE-4K from Urban 
> Green Energy http://www.urbangreenenergy.com
> It's an H-style lift machine that appears to have several European 
> certifications on safety, power performance, noise, and vibration.
> 
> Anyone know anything about these turbines or company? UGE's address is 
> NY. Roy?
> 
> Thanks,
> -Kelly
> 
> Kelly Keilwitz, P.E.
> Whidbey Sun & Wind
> Renewable Energy Systems
> kelly at whidbeysunwind.com
> 360-678-7131
>