First P2 Module Fabrication Complete - 03 Nov 2009
Last week, the first of four power take-off modules for the E.on P2 Pelamis machine arrived at PWP’s assembly facility in Leith. The modules, each over 4.5m in diameter and 7m long will house the hydraulic power take-off systems and electrical generators. The modules were fabricated in Fordoun near Stonehaven by Neptune Deeptech. Their arrival is a significant milestone in the P2 machine’s assembly.
Our aim is to complete final assembly of the machine in spring 2010 and commence operations at the European Marine Energy Test Centre (EMEC) in Orkney during the summer. This will be the second generation Pelamis machine to be tested at EMEC. In 2004, PWP’s prototype Pelamis was the first machine at EMEC to generate to the UK grid.