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Wind-Bridge

Telescopic heave and roll compensated gangway developed for access to offshore wind turbines from larger vessels in higher sea states.

Description

The Wind-Bridge is a telescopic, heave and roll compensated gangway developed by KNUD E. HANSEN for access to offshore wind turbines from larger vessels in higher sea states. According to the company, unlike similar solutions the Wind-Bridge can hook on to a standard boat landing regardless of the direction of waves, current and wind.

Key features

  • Telescopic gangway.
  • Heave and roll motion compensation.
  • Connects to a standard boat landing irrespective of wave, current and wind direction.

Applications

Personnel access to offshore wind turbines from larger service and support vessels. It is one of several offshore wind solutions developed by the company, alongside turbine installation vessel designs.

Specifications

TypeTelescopic gangway
Motion compensationHeave and roll

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