Global provider of environmental and industrial measurement, Vaisala, in conjunction with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), has completed the largest ever deployment of measurement technologies to assess the causes of wind speed variability and their impact on wind energy generation in complex terrain. The Wind Forecasting Improvement Project…
Vaisala shows how advanced methodology & data innovation leverage investor trust
Innovation in wind-energy modeling approaches need not come at the expense of the trust of project developers and investors, according to Vaisala, a global provider of environmental and industrial measurement and provider of energy assessment and due diligence services. In fact, ongoing refinements to methodology, which are critical in enhancing overall accuracy and reliability, can…
Vaisala assesses causes & costs of avoidable catastrophic transformer failure
Vaisala, a global leader in environmental and industrial measurement, has studied recently released data by CIGRE – the international council on large electric systems – to reveal the most significant risks of transformer failure and the leading causes of downtime. CIGRE data shows that almost 50% of failures resulting in downtime originate in transformer windings, with…
Banking on hub height wind data
With terrain that varies from simple to complex and locations that experience typically harsh North American winters, the company finds that using Triton to provide on-site wind data is one of the most effective ways in reducing wind resource uncertainty in energy assessments.
Vaisala’s Triton powers through two winters North of the Arctic Circle
The Triton Wind Profiler manufactured by Vaisala, a global provider of environmental and industrial measurement, has shown exceptional performance across two winters in the northern reaches of Finland. With two Tritons measuring the wind for Finnish developer and operator Puhuri Oy, Vaisala has demonstrated the unmatched resilience of the system in extreme winter conditions, and the…
Vaisala doubles Triton production capacity to meet growing demand
Vaisala has doubled production capacity at its Boulder, Colorado, U.S. operations center for the Triton Wind Profiler.
What wind performance means for your portfolio
By Dr Pascal Storck, Global Manager of Energy Services & Dr Mark Stoelinga, Senior Scientist Vaisala By placing project performance in the context of long-term average wind behavior, Vaisala’s quarterly maps highlight the occurrence of specific quarterly wind anomalies, which can significantly impact the financial health of an operational portfolio. This article is part of…
Vaisala’s MHT410 boosts efficiencies in transformer condition assessment
MHT410, for instance, quickly delivers accurate hydrogen and moisture data directly from transformer oil.
Wind resource assessment at -40 degrees
Vaisala’s newest case study shows how a top Finnish wind developer and power producer used the Vaisala Triton Wind Profiler to overcome a challenging climate. The Triton Wind Profiler is an advanced remote-sensing system that provides accurate wind measurement data across the entire blade sweep of today’s large wind turbines. The northern reaches of Finland are…
Vaisala study shows real-time transformer monitoring essential to avoid blackouts
In 2003, the worst blackout in U.S. history affected 50 million people and cost $6bn in damage. According to the DOE, power failures cost American businesses up to $150 billion per year. And what’s contributing to these blackouts and power failures? When left unchecked, moisture and dissolved gasses within aging power infrastructure leave the country…
Triton Verification Studies – Ecofys, 2016 – SoDAR & met mast recordings consist & highly correlated
Triton is used to supplement or replace measurements from met towers in assessment and operational settings.
2015 an anomalous year for German wind production, says Vaisala
Vaisala’s performance maps also highlight the difference between northern and southern German states.
Integration study paves way for more wind power in Canada
By Dr. Jim McCaa, Manager of Advanced Applications & Francesca Davidson, Energy Communications Expert Vaisala Ranked seventh in the world for installed wind capacity, Canada has a strong base of operational projects and is no stranger to the wind sector. With outstanding wind resources across the country, the market still holds room for growth as…
Real-time transformer moisture monitoring minimizes downtime
Vaisala, a global provider of environmental and industrial measurement, has emphasized the importance of continuous monitoring of moisture in transformer insulation oil. Continuous online monitoring will improve understanding of a phenomenon that contributes to the degradation of oil, increases the risk of catastrophic failure and, in the long-term, adds to maintenance costs. “Traditionally, industry understanding of…
Xcel Energy uses Vaisala’s due diligence services to finance Colorado’s largest wind project
Vaisala, a global provider of measurement and renewable energy consulting services, has partnered with Xcel Energy, Colorado’s largest utility, to provide due diligence services on its 600-MW Rush Creek Wind Farm. Once complete, the wind farm will be one of the largest in Colorado and most economical. It will also be the first to be entirely owned…
Power sector performance still hampered by transformer monitoring inefficiencies, says Vaisala
Advanced dissolved gas analysis (DGA) methods are commonly used for assessing large power transformers in the international power-generation and transmission sector. However, there is still scope for improvement to their reliability and cost-effectiveness. Vaisala, a global provider of environmental and industrial measurement, has highlighted that false alarms from on-site DGA systems and errors during routine oil…
Vaisala and IRENA enable free global resource data downloads
Vaisala, a global provider of environmental and industrial measurement and renewable energy consulting services, has partnered with the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) to provide an unprecedented level of access to its global renewable energy resource data. Vaisala has become the first business in the private sector to make its average annual solar irradiation and wind…
Power outages can happen 24/7, but Vaisala’s eBook may help
Those responsible for the operations and maintenance of high-voltage assets may benefit from Vaisala’s online 24×7 monitoring solutions. The company’s real-time monitoring helps optimize preventive maintenance, reduce the impact of outages, and extend the life of assets. Vaisala has compiled an eBook that fully explains and explores Vaisala Power instruments and services offering for free download. Users will have instant…
Climate resilience is central to stabilizing U.S. wind cash flows, says Vaisala
Vaisala, a global provider of environmental and industrial measurement, has outlined findings that underscore the increasing importance of intelligent project selection for U.S. wind investors, and ways to more realistically set future revenue expectations. Building a genuinely diverse, climate resilient portfolio could reduce the variability and financial impact created by short and long-term weather anomalies. The…
Vaisala launches online monitor for transformer-dissolved gas analysis
Power transformers are critical in the energy generation and transmission, but also one of the key vulnerabilities. This is because any transformer downtime will lead to substantial financial losses and to energy shortfalls for national grids. Repairs and replacements can take months, greatly increasing associated business interruption costs. Efficient condition monitoring is one of the…