Client
• Investor •
Ørsted A/S
• EPC •
PTSC Mechanical & Construction Limited Company
Petro Vietnam Marine Shipyard Joint Stock Company
Year
2024
Location
Taiwan
Scope
Fabrication
Item
Tubular members for suction buckets of wind towers
Thickness
100 – 120 mm
Weight
3,000 tons
Project
The Greater Changhua Offshore Wind Farms are a series of offshore wind farms off the coast of Changhua County, Taiwan. Upon completion, the four Greater Changhua offshore wind farms together form Taiwan’s largest wind power complex, which can power approximately 2.8 million Taiwanese households.
The Greater Changhua offshore wind farm projects are being developed at four sites in the Taiwan Strait, approximately 35 km to 60 km offshore Changhua County in Taiwan. The total power generation capacity of the wind farms is 2.4GW. The proposed wind farms consist of four wind farms, which are Changhua 1, Changhua 2A, Changhua 2B and Changhua 4. Changhua 1 has a capacity of 605 MW and will be located in a water depth of 34.4–44.1 meters across an area of 108.7 km2. Changhua 2 has a capacity of 295 MW.
Item
CNI has a proven track record as a contractor for fabricating and installing oversized steel structures, serving both offshore and onshore projects. Our expertise extends to a wide range of structures, including but not limited to offshore modules and onshore industrial facilities. Our state-of-the-art facilities, advanced fabrication techniques, and skilled workforce enable us to deliver customized solutions that meet the most demanding project needs while adhering to rigorous quality standards and regulatory requirements. Oversized steel structures refer to large-scale steel components or assemblies that exceed standard size specifications. These structures are characterized by their substantial dimensions and are often used in industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects where strength, stability, and durability are paramount. Fabricated from high-quality steel materials, oversized steel structures can include beams, columns, trusses, frames, and other elements tailored to accommodate specific design requirements and engineering specifications.
Tubular members for suction buckets of a wind tower structure are integral components that provide structural support and stability to the foundation system. These tubular members are typically made of high-strength steel and are designed to withstand the various loads and forces exerted on the foundation, including wind, waves, and gravitational forces. The suction bucket foundation consists of several tubular members arranged in a specific configuration to maximize the bearing capacity and stability of the structure. These members are installed vertically into the seabed using suction or pressure differentials to anchor the foundation securely in place. The tubular members play a crucial role in transferring the loads from the tower and turbine to the seabed, ensuring the overall integrity and performance of the wind tower structure.
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