Industrial Applications
Small Wind Turbines for Industrial Applications
Dependable small wind turbines from Southwest Windpower produce big results in industrial applications all over the world, including off-shore oil rigs in the middle of the ocean.
Off-Shore Platforms
Remote Monitoring
Field Deployable Systems for Military or Humanitarian Use
Cathodic Protection
Offshore Platforms
Close to 500 oil platforms in the Gulf of Mexico use small wind or hybrid solar/wind systems to provide power for SCADA systems and platform lighting.
Rather than consuming oil with thermal-electric generators, companies from Exxon/Mobil to Kerr-McGee rely exclusively on Southwest Windpower small wind generators for providing power on their offshore platforms. Small wind has become a standard on these platforms because it offers greater system reliability while reducing the photovoltaic footprint on the platform, which in turn reduces the structure’s wind load.
Small wind systems are extremely effective at providing small amounts of power on platforms even in volatile environments. Special explosion-resistant diversion loads safely dissipate any extra energy not used on the platform.
Which Wind Turbine is Right for Your Platform?
Our AIR Industrial turbine uses a sealed alternator design that won’t cause arcing, while its cast-aluminum frame and powder-coated body make it resistant to the corrosive elements.
Larger wind turbines with higher output are also available. We recommend three different models depending on your energy needs. For volatile environments, we always recommend the AIR Industrial. The chart below shows the estimated kilowatt-hour production of each turbine. Performance may vary depending on your location.
| Wind (MPH) | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR | 4 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 24 | 30 | 37 | 43 | 48 | 53 |
| Whisper 100 | 25 | 37 | 53 | 71 | 91 | 114 | 138 | 162 | 187 | 212 |
| Whisper 200 | 47 | 73 | 103 | 136 | 171 | 206 | 241 | 274 | 306 | 335 |
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To get started, contact a Southwest Windpower representative at (928) 779-9463.
Recommended Products
Whisper 100
Ideal for moderate to high winds, the Whisper 100 produces approximately 100 kilowatt hours a month in an average 12 mph (5.4 m/s) wind. It's also one of the quietest wind turbines ever tested.
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Whisper 200
Larger blades produce up to twice the energy of the Whisper 100. A high-voltage model is available for transmission over larger distances and for specialty applications such as water pumping.
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AIR Breeze
AIR Breeze produces maximum energy in lower winds and is so quiet that it blends into background sounds such as wind.* It produces up to 38 kilowatt hours a month in an average 12 mph (5.4 m/s) wind.
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AIR X
When basic generation is all you need, AIR X provides the ideal energy solution, especially in harsh, gusty wind conditions. Suitable for remote cabins, telecommunication towers or monitoring stations.
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Remote Monitoring
Small wind is growing rapidly as an energy source for monitoring and signaling sites. Today’s small wind turbines produce energy at very little cost and are both reliable and easy to install.
The advancement of technology through satellite communications, along with lower power consumption of ground-based systems, has come together to make monitoring sites practical. At the same time, advances in small wind turbines such as AIR Industrial have made them a natural fit for such sites. Southwest Windpower turbines are easy to transport and install, and can be used on a variety of structures.
From the U.S. and Dutch governments to Greenpeace, NASA, the U.S. Geological Survey and NOAA, organizations around the world depend on AIR and Whisper wind turbines for monitoring sites around the world.
Which Wind Turbine is Right for Your Site?
If you have a wind resource greater than 8 mph (4 m/s) and your area is free from obstacles, Southwest Windpower recommends choosing either our AIR X, AIR Breeze, Whisper 100 or Whisper 200 turbines depending on your energy needs.
The chart below shows the estimated kilowatt-hour production of each. Depending on your energy consumption and wind speed, the numbers can help you decide which turbine will best fit your needs. Performance may vary according to your location.
| Wind (MPH) | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR | 4 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 24 | 30 | 37 | 43 | 48 | 53 |
| Whisper 100 | 25 | 37 | 53 | 71 | 91 | 114 | 138 | 162 | 187 | 212 |
| Whisper 200 | 47 | 73 | 103 | 136 | 171 | 206 | 241 | 274 | 306 | 335 |
Combining Wind and Solar in a Hybrid System.
Many organizations also benefit from using a wind turbine in conjunction with a photovoltaic system to take advantage of seasonal variations in solar and wind resources. A hybrid system using both solar and wind turbines helps minimize power interruptions.
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To get started, contact a Southwest Windpower representative at (928) 779-9463.
Recommended Products
Whisper 100
Ideal for moderate to high winds, the Whisper 100 produces approximately 100 kilowatt hours a month in an average 12 mph (5.4 m/s) wind. It's also one of the quietest wind turbines ever tested.
View Product »
Whisper 200
Larger blades produce up to twice the energy of the Whisper 100. A high-voltage model is available for transmission over larger distances and for specialty applications such as water pumping.
View Product »
AIR Breeze
AIR Breeze produces maximum energy in lower winds and is so quiet that it blends into background sounds such as wind.* It produces up to 38 kilowatt hours a month in an average 12 mph (5.4 m/s) wind.
View Product »
AIR X
When basic generation is all you need, AIR X provides the ideal energy solution, especially in harsh, gusty wind conditions. Suitable for remote cabins, telecommunication towers or monitoring stations.
View Product »
Field-Deployable Systems for Military or Humanitarian Use
In just minutes, our self-contained hybrid wind/solar systems can start generating electricity anywhere in the world. Combining our compact AIR Breeze wind generator and portable solar panels – plus battery, integrated wiring and collapsible tower – these systems allow you to plug in quickly and easily so you can generate power when you need it most.
These stand-alone systems allow you to keep crucial devices operating in times of crisis or during remote operations. They’re capable of running medical, logistical, communications or tactical equipment such as computers, small refrigerators, radios, rechargeable devices and lights.
All components are field serviceable, and can be rapidly adapted to different applications.
Plug-and-play components
- Lightweight AIR Breeze turbine with quick-release fasteners
- Collapsible aluminum pole
- Pre-mounted solar modules that snap onto pole
- Power Pak with integrated battery and controls
- Foolproof snap-together wiring connections
- Heavy-duty touring case
Learn more
A variety of field-deployable configurations are available to fit your needs. To get started, contact a Southwest Windpower representative at (928) 779-9463.
Cathodic Protection
Southwest Windpower turbines are used to provide power to cathodic protection systems on submerged marine platforms, oil and natural gas pipelines and wells, and tank bottoms. The turbines power battery banks that provide a low-voltage electric current to prevent corrosion to metal pipes, industrial systems or other infrastructure components that are submerged in water or buried in the earth.
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To get started, contact a Southwest Windpower representative at (928) 779-9463.
