FlowGen - Wind Turbine Systems

The output of a wind turbine depends on the conditions at the given location. Due to its high efficiency the FlowGen turbine will produce more electricity than other small wind turbines with the same nominal power at the same location. Should you be interested, we would be pleased to make a forecast for your location.

Due to its unique design, our FlowGen turbine has a higher efficiency than conventional wind turbines. As it produces electricity even at low wind speeds, the turbine achieves significantly more operating hours than traditional turbines, which start operating at higher wind speeds and show a big drop in power output at lower wind speeds. The FlowGen wind turbine produces more electricity for the same installed nominal power over the same time period than conventional turbines. The turbines are more profitable and can operate in places where traditional turbines aren’t viable.

Our wind turbine uses a diffusor which increases the air flow in the turbine by lowering the pressure behind the turbine. Thus, a higher efficiency can be achieved. Due to the design and the perfect interaction of rotor and diffusor the turbine produces electricity even at low wind speeds, which maximises operating hours. This makes our wind turbine more efficient than conventional wind turbines.

Our turbines aren’t in direct competition with PV solar panels. On the contrary, the two generating methods can be combined to achieve an even higher and more consistent output using the same surface area. Solar panels can be placed between or possibly on the turbines. But as a stand-alone system, our turbines achieve an efficiency about 50-60% higher than PV solar panels.

Yes, although it is not practical to install the current versions on the roofs of residential houses. For most other buildings the weight of the turbine should not be a problem. Built of lightweight material the turbines’ weight is significantly below the maximum load for most roofs. Of course, each installation has to be checked to ensure suitability.

We have put effective protection measures in place to protect birds and bats without influencing the efficiency of the turbine.

The FlowGen turbine adheres to the standards set by the IEC Norm and the German standards (TA Lärm) that only permit 35dB and less in urban living areas at night. The turbine therefore makes less noise than most refrigerators. The vibration of the turbine is very low and is also within the norms.

Due to the shape of the turbine and its diffusor, the turbine automatically turns in the right direction. Additionally, an electronically operating system turns the turbine out of the wind to protect it and guarantee the safety of the system in the case of high winds. This system satisfies international safety regulations.

Our turbines will be connected to a software programme which monitors all the relevant data.

If you are interested in installing FlowGen turbines, feel free to contact us so we can discuss the details of your project. We will then be able to give you a first estimate of the complete project costs you can expect.