Certificering og designgennemgang inden for vindenergi af offshore løfte- og transportudstyr
 

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Sørg for overholdelse af krav, sikkerhed og projektgodkendelse

Offshore-vindprojekter stiller høje krav til løfte- og transportudstyr. Fra designgennemgang og overvågning af produktionen til belastningstest og certificering leverer Bureau Veritas uafhængig tredjepartsverifikation gennem hele udstyrets livscyklus. Det hjælper dig med at opfylde gældende krav og understøtter projektgodkendelsen.

Vi tilbyder ydelser til udstyr såsom løfte- og spredebjælker, løfterammer, løfteværktøj til vinger og naceller, transportrammer samt andet udstyr, der anvendes til installation og transport i forbindelse med offshore-vindprojekter.

Hvorfor certificere dit offshoreudstyr?

Med en uafhængig certificering får du dokumentation for, at dit udstyr lever op til relevante krav og standarder. Det kan hjælpe dig med at:

  • Dokumentere overholdelse af gældende krav og standarder
  • Understøtte sikker drift under løft, transport og installation
  • Understøtte projektgodkendelse hos slutkunder, garantisurveyors og andre interessenter i projektet
  • Reducere risikoen for forsinkelser i forbindelse med dokumentation, test og godkendelser
  • Opfylde projektkrav, hvor uafhængig certificering er påkrævet

Hvem har gavn af certificering?

En uafhængig certificering skaber værdi på tværs af forsyningskæden i offshoreprojekter og er særligt relevant for:

  • Producenter af løfteudstyr til offshorebrug
  • Producenter af transportrammer og understøtningskonstruktioner
  • Entreprenører inden for installation af offshore-vind
  • Virksomheder inden for marine operationer
  • Projektudviklere og EPC-entreprenører
  • Slutkunder og samarbejdspartnere i forsyningskæden

Vores ydelser

Bureau Veritas kan bistå gennem hele certificeringsprocessen, fra den indledende designvurdering og overvågning af produktionen til test og endelig dokumentation.

 
 

 

Design-
vurdering

 

Uafhængig teknisk gennemgang af design, beregninger og dokumentation for at verificere, at gældende certificeringskrav er opfyldt.

 

 

Producent-
godkendelse 

 

Vurdering af producentens kvalitetssystemer, kompetencer og produktionsprocesser.

 

 

Overvågning af
produktion

 

Uafhængig verifikation gennem hele produktionsprocessen for at sikre, at godkendte designs og procedurer følges.

 

 

Tilsyn ved
belastningstest

 


Tilsyn med og verifikation af belastningstest af løfteudstyr og tilhørende konstruktioner.

 

 

Typegodkendelse & frigivelsesdokumentation 

 


Udstedelse af certificeringsdokumenter og frigivelsesdokumentation i overensstemmelse med den gældende certificeringsordning.

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CERTIFICATION frameworks

The requirements for lifting and transport equipment depend on where and how the equipment will be used. At Bureau Veritas we help clients navigate the requirements and select the certification pathways relevant to their markets and operations. Some of the most common requirements and certification frameworks include:

BSH certification

 

Germany


BSH, Bundesamt für Seeschifffahrt und Hydrographie, is the German federal authority responsible for the approval of offshore wind projects and related infrastructure in German waters. Its requirements create a need for independent verification and documented compliance of equipment used for offshore wind installation and operation.

For transport and lifting equipment, BSH requirements create the need for:

  • Demonstrated structural integrity
  • Independent design review
  • Manufacturing surveillance
  • Load testing
  • Traceable documentation
  • Compliance with recognized offshore industry standards

Bureau Veritas can support these requirements through services such as design appraisal, manufacturer approval, manufacturing surveillance, load test witnessing for lifting equipment and type approval and release notes. This provides the independent verification and documentation needed to support project acceptance in the German offshore wind market.

 

OSHA certification

 

USA


For equipment used in the United States, applicable OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, requirements may need to be considered. OSHA develops and enforces safety regulations to ensure that employees work in safe environment and that employers maintain safe equipment and work practices.

OSHA requirements create a need for documented evidence that lifting and transport equipment is:

  • Structurally sound
  • Properly designed
  • Adequately tested
  • Regularly inspected
  • Safely operated
  • Maintained throughout its service life 

For transport and lifting equipment, Bureau Veritas can support compliance with applicable OSHA requirements through load test witnessing providing documented evidence that equipment has been appropriately tested and supports safe operation and compliance with applicable U.S. requirements.
 

 

CG3 certification

 

international


The International Labour Organization (ILO) adopted the Occupational Safety and Health (Dock Work) Convention, 1979 (No. 152) which establishes requirements for lifting appliances and loose gear used in maritime and dock operations. A key requirement is that lifting appliances and loose gear are subject to testing, examination, certification, and record keeping by competent persons. 

For offshore wind installation projects, lifting equipment is often used under demanding conditions involving vessel movements, dynamic loads and challenging offshore environments. This makes documented testing and independent verification an important part of demonstrating that lifting equipment is fit for its intended use.

Bureau Veritas can support CG3 compliance in accordance to ILO 152 Form 3 through independent load test witnessing and associated documentation.
 

Combining certification

Many offshore wind projects require compliance with multiple standards and certification schemes. By planning the certification process correctly, a single activity can often support multiple certification requirements.

For example, if your equipment requires both BSH-related documentation and OSHA compliance verification, it is often possible to combine certification activities. A load test witnessed by a qualified inspector can be structured to satisfy both requirements, eliminating the need for duplicate testing.

Benefits of the combined approach

›    Reduced project cost
›    Fewer interruptions to manufacturing and testing schedules
›    Faster certification process
›    Consistent documentation package
›    Single load test supporting multiple certification requirements where applicable

FAQ

  • Why should I get my lifting equipment certified?

    Certification helps demonstrate that lifting and transport equipment meets the relevant safety and performance requirements for its intended use. For offshore wind projects, certification provides assurance that the equipment is suitable for demanding environments and is accepted by key stakeholders such as end clients, marine warranty surveyors, and marine operations companies.

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  • Does my company need ISO certification to have its lifting equipment certified?

    It depends on the type of certification you are asking for. It is a requirement for BSH that the manufacturer holds ISO 9001, EN1090 and EN3834 approval.

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  • Can equipment obtain multiple certifications?

    Yes, since both OSHA and CG3 certification require witnessed load testing, one load test can frequently support both certification processes. By coordinating activities such as manufacturing surveys, load test witnessing, and final inspections, companies can reduce downtime and achieve significant cost savings.

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  • Can one load test support multiple certification requirements?

    Yes, in some cases. If the applicable requirements are considered from the beginning, a single load test may be structured to support multiple certification or compliance requirements. This can help reduce duplicate testing, save time and lower project costs. Bureau Veritas can help identify the relevant requirements and plan the testing accordingly.

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  • When should certification start?

    The earlier certification requirements are considered, the easier it is to avoid redesigns, rebuilds, delays and documentation gaps.

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