Obstruction lighting

Minnesota Rep. Chris Swedzinski, R-Ghent, recently introduced a bill that would mandate radar-activated lighting systems on wind turbines in the state. Bill 3792 would require wind companies to implement radar-activated lighting systems that turn blinking lights atop wind turbines and tall towers on and off, depending on whether aircraft is in the vicinity. These Aircraft…

By Michelle Froese, Senior editor Windpower Engineering & Development The average energy released in a lightning strike is 55 kWh. Understandably, most wind owners and operators breathe a sigh of relief when a major storm passes their wind farm without damage to a turbine. However, measurements have shown that lightning strikes may hold more power…

ABB has won a $30 million order from ScottishPower Renewables to supply two SVC Light Static Compensators (STATCOMs) that will smooth out the voltage fluctuations that are an inherent feature of intermittent wind energy. They will increase power transfer capability, improve power quality and enhance grid stability, enabling more energy efficient and reliable power supplies…

Vestas‘ InteliLight, its active aviation light-management solution for wind turbines, has demonstrated performance to FAA standards and is officially ready for use in the U.S. The approval follows authority approval in Canada, Finland, Germany, Norway, and Sweden. Using radars with a minimum range of eight kilometers, InteliLight is an expanded product solution replacing OCAS that…

Ensure your wind turbines comply with federal obstruction lighting regulations by adhering to these three FAA requirements for lighting wind farm construction sites.

The TechnoCentre éolien’s (TCE) technical expertise and infrastructures, designed for research in real-world conditions, has been put to use to allow for a breakthrough in the Quebec wind industry. More specifically, TCE has successfully tested the Lighting Intensity Dimming Solution (LIDS) developed by Technostrobe. The tests carried out by TCE will allow Technostrobe, which is based near…

ARCOM and Surge Suppression have worked together to create customized versions of the industry-trusted MasterSpec sections to accurately specify SSI’s unique products.

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The A0/A1 obstruction light and system has the lowest dc-power consumption in the industry, making it ideal for operating its Vigilant Low (L-810) and Medium (L-864) Intensity Red Obstruction light typically for met towers for the wind industry or cellular communication towers where solar and battery or generators are typically used as the power source.

With the market launch of its solution for a needs-based aviation obstruction lighting system, Nordex is taking a major step toward boosting the acceptance of wind farms among nearby residents. In March 2016, Nordex and its development partner were granted certification for their needs-based aviation obstruction lighting system. Nordex plans to begin serial production starting…

Larson Electronics, a company that specializes in industrial grade lighting solutions, announced the release of a 40 watt low profile LED light fixture approved for Class 1 Division 2 hazardous locations, while also carrying an ATEX Zone 1 & 2 rating, as well as PSE and SAA certifications.

Dialight announced the launch of its new SafeSite Stainless Steel Green LED Linear Safety Shower luminaire that provides 5 full years of maintenance-free performance to ensure site safety.

Harnessing the power of high-output LED’s, the LuxPro LED is as bright or brighter than traditional illuminators, making it a viable alternative to existing halogen technology.

The Dual IR flash head and systems are approved through Intertek to the FAA AC 150/5345-43G and Engineering Brief No. 67D standards, with the addition of the IR LEDs to the standard red night operation to enhance visibility and safety for pilots, including those who utilize Night-Vision Goggles

The ADS is a radar-activated obstruction lighting system designed to turn blinking lights atop wind turbines and tall towers on or off, based on the presence or absence of aircraft in the vicinity.

Dialight, a developer of LED lighting technology for industrial applications, has unveiled a wireless occupancy sensor, a battery-powered plug-and-play sensor that speeds and simplifies installation to provide maximum lighting control flexibility and energy savings in industrial applications. It is intended to work seamlessly with any Dialight smart lighting system. The new wireless sensor can be…

An industry landmark moment occurred on Oct. 29, 2014, when a team that included NREL, Stuttgart University and DNV GL achieved control of an operational wind turbine using a ZephIR wind lidar. “This new installation of a ZephIR DM has taken a new direction in reducing yaw misalignment by providing the opportunity for full turbine…

If your company was a pioneer in the wind industry, your portfolio includes wind farms from the 80’s, 90’s, or early 2000s. More than likely, you still have older strobe or incandescent lighting products installed on those turbines and have been debating whether to replace them. As with any technology, there have been continual improvements…