Power
Windesal uses standard commercial wind-turbines with back-up power being provided by diesel generator sets available from a number of recognised manufacturers. These standard gensets are modified in our factory to incorporate a low-load and fast start-up capability. These are fully controlled by our computer controlled switch gear. Turbine overproduction is controlled by a thermal dump-load.
We prefer the use of 100% bio-diesel when available to maximise the renewable inputs. It should be noted however that current Federal Government legislation prohibits claiming the Diesel Rebate on any fuel with a bio-diesel content of over 20%. Operators may chose to forego this rebate in the interests of sustainability. All gensets, control systems and dump-load equipment are built into standard 40ft shipping containers for ease of transport, site placement and easy connection.
Desalination
Equipment from any recognised manufacturer of reverse osmosis plant can be incorporated. We do however have established links with world leading companies in Europe who produce 'state of the art' equipment with proven capacity. Patented pre-treatment facilities are also available for extreme water conditions. High silt contamination has long been a serious problem with RO membranes, but we now have access to sophisticated equipment specifically designed to solve this issue. This equipment is also built into containers.
Options
- Back-up power can incorporate engines run on methane or natural gas as well as various forms of bio-diesel.
- Post treatment of the RO permeate provides all required disinfectant and trace elements.
- Separate distillation equipment can be installed utilising waste heat from the dump-load. This provides either distilled water or with suitable post-treatment, bottled drinking water.
- Additional power can be provided from the plant for local grid requirements. This can power industry or surrounding habitation.
- Surplus heat is available for industrial use or heating.
- Ice-making plant has on-site power and water available.
Note: Several of the statements above are specific to Australian installations. The situation in other countries will vary.