Home Wind Turbines Designed for Harsh Environments

Not all energy systems are built for rough weather conditions found in Canada; however, the Anorra product family is. These home-scale wind turbines are specifically designed to withstand the harsh Canadian weather conditions and environmental challenges faced by some homeowners. The Anorra family of products is being designed to withstand ice, wind shear, and cold temperatures. It also works well in areas with limited access/remote logistics. From telecom and remote facilities to northern rural installations, these systems are engineered for places where failure is not an option.

A key factor in designing the Anorra family of products was ensuring reliability even in harsh environments. Reliability is not a feature; it’s the baseline. This wind turbine has been designed with careful consideration of how to make it the most reliable product Borrum Energy Solutions can make. For example, there are no electronics and/or hydraulics on the wind turbine.

The Anorra is built from materials specifically chosen to withstand corrosion and extreme climates, and tested to ensure they can withstand brutal conditions. For example, the generator has been tested at temperatures up to -50 °C. The Anorra also meets the CSA standard (S37) for antennas and towers. Towers and turbines are safe for wind speeds up to 189km/hr, including 25 mm of icing on all surfaces. They also meet the CSA standard (61400-2) for small turbines, including regular and abnormal operations such as wind gusts and icing.