TAYLOR MADE SOLUTIONS

We also develop, on demand, and depending technical choices, various type of floating current turbines. We can bring a recommandation for the best fitted turbine on a specific site:

Paddle wheel is a solution recommended only in two specific situations:

Floating barges are more and more popular in the cities. They can easily be shifted in positive energy buildings if one or two current turbines are integrated in the hull during manufacturing.

Please consult us.

 

Good to know: paddle wheels vs propeller

The paddle wheels turbines are an experienced solution but they are more expensive and less performing than propeller turbines. Nevertheless they may be convenient particularly in these situations:

  • Very low depth
  • Very turbulent flow
  • Numerous seaweeds and debris