Meteorological Services: Anemometer and Wind Vane Installation
To ensure optimal performance and a long operational life, wind turbines critically depend on accurate weather data.
AIS Wind Energy specialises in providing the sensor technology required for this, with a particular focus on the expert installation and maintenance of anemometers and wind vanes. These essential components work together to measure wind speed and direction, providing the vital data necessary for the efficient and safe operation of your wind energy assets.
Our Meteorological equipment services
- Precise installation
- Equipment calibration
- Realignment of improperly placed equipment
- Maintenance and repairs
Why choose AIS Wind Energy for your meteorological services?
Choosing the right partner for your wind speed meter installation and meteorological service needs is vital. AIS Wind Energy brings unparalleled expertise and a proven track record to every project.
Our skilled operatives are trained to the highest industry standards, operating strictly within Wind Turbine Safety Rules (WTSR) and adhering to a safe system of work for every task. Our teams are equipped with specialist vehicles and heavy lifting equipment, enabling us to execute anemometer and wind vane installations, as well as ongoing maintenance and component replacement, with efficiency, safety, and precision.
Wind resource assessment typically utilises a combination of Met Masts equipped with cup anemometers and wind vanes, alongside remote sensing technologies like LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging). LiDAR is particularly effective as it can measure wind speeds and directions at multiple heights across the entire rotor diameter without the need for a permanent tall structure, providing high-fidelity data for site suitability studies.
Accuracy is ensured through rigorous calibration and adherence to the IEC 61400-12-1 international standard. Our technicians perform regular field checks and data validation to ensure sensors remain within tolerance. By using “bankable,” calibrated equipment, we provide the high-quality datasets required by investors and OEMs to predict Annual Energy Production (AEP) and verify turbine power curves.
Yes. We offer temporary meteorological monitoring solutions, including mobile LiDAR units and short-term mast installations. These are essential during the commissioning and “Take-Over” phases to correlate actual wind conditions with turbine performance. This data allows for the fine-tuning of control systems and provides the baseline evidence needed to validate the manufacturer’s performance guarantees.