Crosswind Power | a distributor of GALE Vertical Axis Wind Turbines
Vertical axis ind turbines (VAWT's) can be easily integrated into different types of residential or commercial green architecture. These small wind turbines provide clean, green and quiet alternative power solutions ranging from 1 kW to 15kW increments. They are sized based on your local wind speed charts which can be obtained from local airports. The sizing is similar to standard generators except they run “on the wind”. And they can be painted any color or even silk screened to look like a coconut palm. By designing them into rooftops, chimneys or pole mounts, most can be kept under 35’ which meets most residential zoning requirements. They are attractive and unlike the traditional Horizontal axis type turbines they are very quiet and attractive. In fact they are never louder than the wind itself!
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Benefits of GALE vertical axis wind turbines:
- Green and renewable
- Produces up to 50% more electricity on an annual basis versus conventional turbines with the same swept area
- Generates electricity in winds as low as 4.5 mph (1.5 m/s) and continues to generate power in wind speeds up to 146 mph (60m/s) depending on the model
- Withstands extreme weather such as frost, ice, sand, humidity, salt and wind conditions greater than 150 mph
- Non-polluting through a sealed unit design with no gearbox
- Easy on the eyes with non-reflecting surfaces to eliminate shadow strobing effect
- Does not harm wildlife - such as bird strikes
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If we are going to be a more responsible and sustainable generation, then we must look at green technologies and as environmentally sensitive professionals we must be able to integrate these ideas and make them a reality for clients to use and appreciate them in a fast and ever changing world.
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