Villinger introduces new protection system of ice fall from wind turbines

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BISP Ballistic Ice Shedding Protection© - Risk prevention of dangerous Ice Fall from Wind Turbines with a new patented technology

Ballistic ice shedding from rotor blades is a major risk when operating wind turbines in urban areas during winter time. Chunks of ice are thrown hundreds of meters off the rotor blades by centrifugal forces, which may cause serious damages for people, animals and constructions in the area. Regulations and laws force wind turbine operators to shut down the turbine for safety reasons. The BISP Ballistic Ice Shedding Protection © is a passive system that eliminates hazardous ice fall. The Ice Shedding Protection System can be retrofitted at your wind park or you implement the system already during the... ... More: Official Press Release Villinger

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Villinger, ice fall, turbine, protection, risk prevention