Hydro Group successfully completes renewable energy project in South Korea for KIOST.
Hydro Group were delighted to support KIOST with a project in South Korea on Jindo Island by providing the HRC240 & HRC140 Renewable Connectors to be utilised in a Tidal Current Energy Converter.
The company has a strong track record in high profile marine renewable energy projects around the world, supporting customers through every stage of the product lifecycle to determine suitable subsea connector solutions for the most demanding applications. With 19 years of renewable energy experience, Hydro Group has successfully completed 20 projects for this industry.
The existing 36KV Hydro Group Renewable Connector (HRC) has been designed to connect large subsea power cables to wave and tidal energy convertors (WECs & TECs). The connectors are used to join static armoured (single contra helical, quad armour) subsea power cables to dynamic subsea umbilicals. Various types of cable can be accommodated within the geometry of the connector. Each connector design is tailored to suit the requirements of the subsea cables which can contain fibre-optic and instrumentation connections as well as 3 phase power connections. The HRC connector bonds in less than 2 hours, in turn reducing offshore installation times. The reduced installation time means the 36kV Dry Mate HRC is a lower risk, more cost effective and safer option, due to the reduction in offshore-man hours.
Scott Sinclair, Development Technician commented "It was great having the opportunity to work with our partners in South Korea on the renewable energy project on Jindo Island, throughout the project our teams were very committed to the building and termination work of the HRC Connectors, this dedication helped all parties achieve a successful installation. We look forward to working together on future projects."
Features & Benefits:
- ·Ability to operate in seawater temperature ranging between -4 to 25°C
- ·Ability to work at depths of 100m
- ·Maximum continuous conductor operating temperature of 90°C
- ·Metal keyway alignment and rotation
- ·Pressure rating mated: 161 psi (242 test)
- ·Maximum operating current: 630 A
Dylan Bruce, Global Business Development Manager added "It was great to continue working with our partners in South Korea. We have completed a number of successful projects in this region and we are keen to continue working in this area. We value the strong relationships that we have developed with our partners and believe that this is essential to ensure projects run as smoothly as possible."
