Annex 17 - Crane Pad - Hardstand Specifications

Document no.
: 0083-9772 V00 Date: 2019-03-19

Issued by: NCE Construction
Crane Pad, Hardstand and
Type: T05
Installation Specifications Page 1 of 21
V105/V112/V117/V126/V136/V150
Crane Pad, Hardstand and Installation

Specifications
V105/V112/V117/V126/V136/V150
History of this Document
Version. no. Date Description of changes
00 2019-03-19 First edition. Based on document 0038-8194
Table of Contents
1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 2
2. Abbreviations and Definitions .............................................................................................. 3
3. Crane Pad and Laydown/Storage Area Specifications and Design ..................................... 7
4. Turbine Installation Method ............................................................................................... 14
5. Testing and Inspection....................................................................................................... 17
6. Other Requirements .......................................................................................................... 18
7. Appendix 1: Level Requirements Foundation/Boom Assembly ......................................... 19
8. Appendix 2: Hardstand design ........................................................................................... 20
9. Appendix 3: Crane Pad Requirements Checklist ............................................................... 21
Table of Figures
Figure 1 - Example hardstand layout (not to be used as a design) .................................................. 9

Figure 2 - Example of blade laydown area showing 1-3m blade finger top to accessible area height,
raised hardstand (max 3m) with embankment and 2.5m min blade finger set back. ...................... 11
Figure 3 - Example of blade laydown area above and below hardstand; blade fingers shown at a
height of 1m ................................................................................................................................... 11
Figure 4 - Installation Compound Example .................................................................................... 13
Figure 5 - Turbine access on completion ....................................................................................... 18
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Document no.: 0083-9772 V00 Date: 2019-03-19
Type: T05
V105/V112/V117/V126/V136/V150
1. Introduction
In the drive for increased economic performance from Wind Turbines there has been a
move towards larger equipment and higher hub heights, both of these factors have a large
influence on the Civil Works necessary to erect and operate these Wind Turbines both
safely and efficiently.
This document sets out the options and possible solutions that are necessary when these
larger Wind Turbines are to be installed and operated and is intended as a guideline for the
minimum requirements.
This document is not sufficient in and of itself to construct Crane Pads and Hardstands and
must be supplemented for each project and site before construction work commences in
order to ensure the specifications and the final choice of crane and transport equipment are
aligned with the site requirements.
Once the agreed specifications have been agreed, based on the Turbines selected, the
Ground Conditions and the Topography it is suggested that these are then incorporated into
the contract between Vestas and the Employer.
The principle and layout of Crane Pads and Hardstands must be agreed with Vestas in
writing prior to start of construction. Testing and documentary evidence will also be required
to demonstrate that the Civil Works have been completed to the required level before Wind
Turbine Installation commences.
It is important to emphasise that the Civil Works directly affect both the way the Wind
Turbines will be erected and the safety of everyone involved.
In all situations safety will be the ruling factor.
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2. Abbreviations and Definitions
This specification is applicable for the V105, V112, V117, V126, V136 and V150 for
Hub Heights up to 166m.
For road specification please see Site road infrastructure specifications and for Just
in Time installations please approach Vestas.
The document is verified for use in Northern Central Europe.
The following words, abbreviations and expressions shall have the meanings stated below:
2.1. Access Road(s)

Refers to a road, existing or purpose-built, which leads from any public road system to the
Site Entrance.
2.2. Allowable Bearing Capacity

The ultimate bearing capacity of the materials below the supporting surface divided by the
Bearing Capacitor Factor of Safety.
2.3. Assist Crane

Refers to the crane that will assist rigging the Main Crane and lifting various wind turbine
components alongside the Main Crane.
2.4. Bearing Capacity

Magnitude of uniformly distributed contact pressure of designated configuration on the
supporting surface corresponding to the allowable bearing capacity of the materials below
the supporting surface. A road, existing or purpose-built, that connects the site entrance to
an existing road.
2.5. Bearing Capacity Factor of Safety

Ratio of ultimate bearing capacity to allowable bearing capacity to be determined by a
qualified Civil Engineer; however Vestas requires a bearing capacity factor of safety value
of not less than one point five (1.5).
2.6. Bend and turn radius

Refers to the dimension of the horizontal turning radius
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V105/V112/V117/V126/V136/V150
2.7. Blade laydown area
Refers to an area flat and free of obstacles for blade storage and accessible by workers for
inspection, reparation and handling of the blade gripper within safety and without
hindrances of any nature against walking and standing over the area
2.8. Blade fingers

Refers to two constructed “fingers” for safe support of the blade frames.
2.9. Boom assembly area

Refers to an area in level with the road, free of obstacles for safe assembly of the crane
boom
2.10. Boom support

Refers to supporting structures during boom assembly
2.11. Compound Area

The area where the Site Offices, Drying Room, Canteen, Toilets, Washing Facilities,
Container Storage and Car Parking will take place.
2.12. Crane Pad

Refers to a hardstand area in connection with the erection or service of a wind turbine or
met mast.
2.13. Crane Walks

Temporary carriageways used primarily by crawler cranes to travel the shortest distance
between Crane Pads.
2.14. Eurocode 7: Geotechnical design

The European Standard for the design of geotechnical structures, using the limit state
design philosophy. It is published in two parts; "General rules" and "Ground investigation
and testing". It was approved by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) on 12
June 2006. It became mandatory in member states in March 2010.
2.15. Foundation top

Refers to the top of the foundation defined as the top of the concrete plinth
2.16. Hardstands
Refers to any area where wind turbine components and transport and installation equipment
is stored, placed or parked and includes vehicle parking areas, lay-down and storage areas,
compounds and other agreed working areas.
2.17. Hook assembly area

Refers to a free area for safe mounting of the crane hook
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2.18. Lay-bys
Refers to a parking/waiting area parallel to the site road where a vehicle can safely pull off
to allow another vehicle to pass by in a safe manner.
2.19. Main Crane

Refers to the crane that will lift the wind turbine components into final position.
2.20. Method Statement (MS)

A work method statement, sometimes called a "safe system of work", is a document that
details the way a work task or process to be completed. The method statement should
outline the hazards involved and include a step by step guide on how to do the job safely.
The method statement must also detail which control measures have been introduced to
ensure the safety of anyone who is affected by the task or process.
2.21. Overhead obstruction

Refers to obstacles such as overhead lines, bridges, tree etc.
2.22. Position of tower door

Refers to the orientation of the tower access including tower stairs.
2.23. Pre-installation crane

Refers to the crane used for unloading/preparation of components and installation of the
tower base(s) prior to main installation with the main crane.
2.24. Public Road(s)

Refers to any national or rural road which is maintained by the local authorities and is in
urban or rural areas in common use by the travelling public.
2.25. Risk Assessment (RA)

A systematic process of evaluating the potential risks that may be involved in a projected
activity or undertaking.
2.26. Roads
Refers to any Access and/or Site Roads.
2.27. Rut Depth

Maximum vertical distance between adjacent high and low points along a wheel path or
track path.
2.28. Service path way

Refers to a 5 meter access road around/behind the turbine tower for safe service and
installation access.
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2.29. Site
Refers to all areas where the permanent works are to be executed and to which turbines
and all associated equipment and materials are to be delivered, and any other areas that
may be specified in the contract as forming part of the Site.
2.30. Site Entrance

The official entrance(s) to the site for all types of traffic.
2.31. Site Road(s)

Refers to any road built to carry traffic from the Site Entrance to the Crane Pads, sub-station
or compound within the site boundaries.
If Public Road(s) are considered as a part of the Site Road(s), then the Site Road(s)
requirement will apply for the Public Road(s).
2.32. Storage area

Refers to storage unloading area for components on site.
2.33. Tag lines

Refers to a rope attached to the components during installation for safe control of the
components during lifting
2.34. Turning area

Refers to areas used for turning of vehicles/transports, either loaded or un-loaded
2.35. Ultimate Bearing Capacity

The uniformly distributed surface contact pressure of designated configuration
corresponding to local shear or punching shear bearing capacity failure as calculated from
bearing capacity theory based on the thickness and properties of aggregate cover material,
if any, above the subgrade surface and properties the soils below the subgrade surface.
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3. Crane Pad and Laydown/Storage Area Specifications and Design
Risk of death and material damage due to overturning of Crane.

The possible risk of death and severe material damage exists due to
any overturning of the crane or loads in situations where applied
loading is not resisted by properly strengthened ground.
Assessment/calculations must be prepared based on specific lift
plans.
3.1 The design and construction of the crane pads and hardstands shall be undertaken by the
Employer in accordance with Eurocode 7 (Both EN 1997-1 Geotechnical Design and
EN1997-2 Ground Investigation and testing) and any Local Laws, Rules and Regulations
that apply.
3.2 When laying out the crane pad and other facilities a number of issues have to be
considered:
a) The hub height, location of the foundation both vertically and horizontally from the
Crane Pad and weights of the turbine components to be erected. This will facilitate
the determination of the specification and model of crane to be used.
Important there may be a requirement for the use of Super Lift depending on crane
type and configuration. Always consult Vestas for Project Specific details.
b) Where the components to be lifted are placed on the crane pad.
c) Positioning of the pre-assembly crane: Preference is for the pre assembly crane to
be on a 12m radius from the centre of the foundation. Any radius greater than this
would mean a heavier crane set up is needed resulting in an increase in time (and
cost). This is of extra importance when there is a height difference between top of
the foundation plinth and the hardstand.
d) How the main crane is to be built. The boom has to be laid out horizontally for the
Hub Height plus the distance between the main crane and the foundation centre
(eighteen to forty (18-40) metres depending on crane configuration). There needs to
be access for both vehicles to deliver the boom sections and a further crane to build
the main crane. Sufficient space for placing and mounting the crane hook is required.
Due to general HSE precautions/regulations the boom cannot block the road when
being built. If the super lift configuration is to be used, the boom and super lift is
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required to be build/assembled in a straight line, preferably along the access road.
Please note that the boom cannot be placed on top of the crane outrigger or turbine
components.
e) The reach of the crane used to build the main crane will determine the locations and
numbers of additional crane pads required to build the main crane. The size of the
helping crane pads will vary depending of the main crane configuration. Normally the
helping crane pads shall accommodate a mobile crane in the size of 100-250 ton,
the size will depend on the main crane boom configuration. See Appendix 1 Level
requirements foundation/boom assembly for details.
f) Where the Nacelle is to be prepared for lifting. For the nacelle/ hub preparation area,
3 meters around the components is required for scaffolding and storage (see Figure
1). Normal practice is to deliver the nacelle with the drive-train (DT) included (except
in the UK and Ireland). The drive-train (DT) is only separated from nacelle due to
unchangeable lifting limits or delivery restrictions.
g) The location of the assist crane when lifting the tower sections.
h) What can be taken as temporary works for construction purposes e.g. blade fingers,
assist crane pads, super lift working area.
i) Ground Topography when building the Boom; it has to be flat and in level permitting
safe access. The location of the boom supports points will be determined by the
crane type and configurations used for the specific project. The boom support
surface has to be prepared (7 x 7m) and level with the crane hardstanding with
appropriate access from the road to allow the delivery of a suitable boom support. If
the boom is to be built in connection with gradients or negative slope, the boom
support area is required to be on a level with the crane hardstanding prior to boom
support delivery. (Please contact Vestas if there are issues regarding this
requirement). Due to general HSE precautions/regulations the maximum distance
from working ground level to underneath the boom is 6 meters (see Appendix 1 for
details).
If the distance from ground level to underneath the boom is more than 6 meters, the
task will require additional equipment and time for crane movements. This has to be
evaluated and agreed for each specific location (requires additional MS and RA).
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Figure 1 - Example hardstand layout (not to be used as a design)
3.3 The minimum load bearing capacity required for all areas of the crane pad, assist crane
pads and areas where storing or building components shall be minimum two hundred (200)
kN/m2. (Crawler cranes require a minimum two hundred and fifty (250) kN/m2). Please note
that the relevant safety factors should be added to these figures.
3.4 For the crane pads and offloading areas the maximum lateral slope shall be one per cent
(1%). (Crawler cranes require 0%)
3.5 For the crane pads and offloading areas the maximum longitudinal slope shall be one per
cent (1%). (Crawler cranes require 0%)
3.6 The crane pad and offloading area shoulder slopes shall be maximum forty-five (45)
degrees.
3.7 The crane pad drainage shall be designed to control the flow of surface water on, alongside
and around the crane pads so as to self-drain.
3.8 Provisions shall be made for the safe and proper lay-down and storage of wind turbine
components at, or adjacent to the crane pad, within the operating radius of the main crane
and the assist crane/unloading cranes.
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3.9 If the Main Crane has a lattice boom or lattice jib, the rigging area for the main crane shall
be considered to allow safe access and clearance for building the boom or jib. The usable
width shall be minimum five (5) metres. Due to HSE general precaution/regulations it is not
allowed to block the road with the boom.
3.10 If the Main Crane has a lattice boom or lattice jib additional crane pads for the assist crane
will be required. The number and position of these is depending on the boom length
required for the main crane. These crane pads will be to the same specification as the
hardstand, with typically dimensions of fifteen (15) metres by twelve (12) metres each and
the distance between them is determined by the crane type used. Boom assembly area has
to be free of obstacles and allow safe access for personnel and equipment during assembly.
If boom assembly area is combined with gradients or slope boom supports are needed. The
location of boom supports can vary depending on the crane type and configuration. The
amount and location of boom supports shall always be evaluated and agreed project
specific.
3.11 Off-loading and preparation area for nacelle shall be included in the total hardstand area
and within the working radius of the Main Crane. The nacelle can either be be off-loaded by
crane or self-unloaded on legs. Please note that self-unloading solution will require
additional square meters. During preparation of the nacelle a scaffolding setup will be used
around the nacelle, the scaffolding will require min 3m of free space around the nacelle.
This area is indicated with a grey line on the examples. The area is needed to allow safe
access for preparation and mounting/dismounting of lifting/transport equipment.
3.12 Off-loading area for blades has to be flat and free of obstacles, the area is needed to allow
safe access for preparation and mounting/dismounting of lifting/transport equipment and
requires safe access for a forklift (it should include ramp for telescopic loader, sufficient free
clearance under the blade to safely and securely install the blade gripper and safe access
for personnel between/around blades). The location and distance between blade fingers will
vary depending of the turbine type (blade length and center of gravity). Blade laydown area
should be appropriately sized and positioned for the blade length and crane configuration,
with two blade fingers having a bearing capacity of one hundred and fifty (150) kN/m2 to
support the blade frames. This will be within the working radius of the main crane. The area
around the blade laydown area is considered as a working zone, wheel tracks and footprint
in the area/field can be expected.
The difference between top surface of blade finger and accessible area in-between has to
be minimum of one (1) meter and a maximum of three (3) meter (Figure 2). The blade
laydown area can be either below or above hardstand level up to a maximum of three (3)
meters as shown in Figure 3. Increasing this height difference above three (3) meters would
require additional cost and time; this should be discussed as a project specific requirement
and details should be agreed with Vestas.
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Important safety note - for safety reasons, slippery work areas cannot be accepted.
Underneath the blades, natural soil conditions and vegetation could be kept if the area is flat,
there are not obstacles and mud and slippery conditions are not foreseen after rain.
However, if it is foreseen to often rain and/or mud be present, and the surface could be
slippery, this area shall be covered by a layer of graded aggregate or gravel in order to
ensure safe working conditions. Otherwise, if slippery unsafe conditions are found during
the construction, the Safety Officer and/or the Vestas Representative will have the right to
stop the works to prevent accidents and the Contract lead time will be extended
automatically.
Figure 2 - Example of blade laydown area showing 1-3m blade finger top to accessible area height, raised hardstand (max
3m) with embankment and 2.5m min blade finger set back.
Figure 3 - Example of blade laydown area above and below hardstand; blade fingers shown at a height of 1m
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3.13 Provision shall be made for the safe and proper lay-down and storage of parts in a suitable
secure location. Parts include and are not limited to: lifting tools, service platforms (lifts),
uninterruptible power supply, tower cables, nose cone parts, stairs, steps, ladders, boxes of
bolts and parts containers.
Storage area (lay-down yard) size should be designed on a per-project basis based on
available locations and the size of the project.
3.14 Compounds, storage and lay-down areas shall be clear of all debris, and the area shall be
in level and free draining and to have the same bearing capacity and proof testing as the
crane pad.
3.15 It is important that the elevation difference between the top of the foundation plinth and the
top of the crane pad is maximum zero point five (0.5) metre to meet the crane working
capacities. If this is not achievable a solution should be presented and agreed with Vestas
considering all crane activities, provisions for O&M, safe working and the turbine stairs.
Changing from this normal standard could result in an increased cost.
3.16 Compacted area with a radius of five (5) metres is required behind the turbine tower for
installation/service purposes in level with the hardstand. The area in front of the tower is
considered as a part of the hardstand.
3.17 Typical compound including welfare facilities and waste management for the use of the
installation team is required. The size will vary depending on the number of main cranes
used. Storage of turbine parts/components not included in the below sizes. On large sites
multiple compounds may be required.
 1 main crane: 30m x 45m
 2 main cranes: 30m x 90m (might be separate depending of the site setup)
 3 main cranes: 30m x 135m (might be separate depending of the site setup)
 In situations where more than 3 main cranes are required, this will be agreed for the
specific project
If the compound is to be used for storage of turbine parts/components, the needed space
will be added to the dimensions. (To be agreed for each specific project)
Example of a standard compound based on a setup of 1 team and 1 Main Crane is shown
below (Figure 4).
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Figure 4 - Installation Compound Example
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4. Turbine Installation Method
The below description of installation methods, are based on a main crane of the type
LG1750 or similar.
Low hub heights (Max 90m):
Pre Installation:
The installation of the Wind Turbine takes place in the following sequence:
1. The base section and typically one mid-section will be pre-installed with a 400-500t
crane and a 130Te assist crane, delivery of the sections will be JIT; the crane will be
placed at radius 12m from the centre of the foundations. Depending on the chosen
crane type, the crane will have a footprint of approx. 9m to 12m, between outriggers
and support plates.
2. The blades will be unloaded using two mobile cranes placed on the hardstand
allowing the required reach to place blades in the laydown area. The blade laydown
area needs to be flat, free of obstacles and within the lifting radius of the Main Crane.
3. The nacelle will be delivered using a standard flatbed trailer, the nacelle will be
unloaded using a mobile crane and placed within the main cranes working radius, in
such a position that it does not interfere with the later build and operation of the main
crane. Where the drive train is delivered separately then additional space has to be
provided to allow for the storage of the drive train prior to being lifted into the Nacelle
during the preparation phase. For the Nacelle sufficient space (3m) has to be
provided around it to allow for scaffolding used during the preparation prior to final
erection.
4. As an alternative the Nacelle could be unloaded using the transport legs and if within
the lifting radius of the crane, it may then be prepared where it is situated, or it could
then be moved as above using a mobile crane.
5. The hub will be unloaded with a mobile crane and placed within main crane working
radius.
6. The remaining tower sections will be delivered “just in time” unless specific additional
lay down space has been provided.
Main Installation:
Once the base tower has been erected, grouted and the Nacelle, Blades and Hub have
been prepared, then the main crane will be brought to the Pad. The main crane will
probably be a Liebherr LG1750 or similar, the distance between outriggers will be approx.
16m x 16m plus support plates, the erection sequence will be as follows:
1. The main crane will be placed at a required working radius from the centre of the
foundation, the crane requires appropriate free space for boom assembly which
takes place in a “straight” line, usually along the road, the boom cannot be placed
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above the outriggers. The crane pads along the road will be used by a small crane to
assemble the boom.
2. Once assembled the main crane will commence the erection of the remaining tower
sections in combination with a mobile tailing crane. The tower transports need an
appropriate free area within the main crane and tailing crane working radius. The
towers will be lifted directly off the trailers; space has to be allowed for a working
platform to be used to safely attach the lifting gear to the Towers before lifting.
Additional lifts for the bolts will be necessary before the next Tower section is lifted.
3. The Nacelle will then be lifted from the position on the pad where it has been
prepared, the hub will then follow.
4. The blades will be the last to be lifted from the location where they have been
prepared.
5. The crane is disassembled and moved to the next location.
Above 90m hub height (excluding 90m)
Pre Installation:
This will be the same as the case where the HH is below 90m.
Main Installation:
Once the base tower has been erected, grouted and the Nacelle, Blades and Hub have
been prepared, then the main crane will be brought to the crane pad. The main crane will
probably be an LG1750 or similar, the distance between outriggers will be approx. 12m x
12m plus support plates. The crane will use a super lift at a radius of 20-25m depending on
configuration.
1. The main crane will be placed at a required working radius from the centre of the
foundation, the crane requires appropriate free space for boom assembly which
takes place in a “straight” line with the super lift attached, usually along the road, the
boom cannot be placed above the outriggers. The crane pads along the road will be
used by a mobile crane to assemble the boom.
2. Once assembled the main crane will commence the erection of the remaining tower
sections with a mobile tailing crane. The tower transports need an appropriate free
area within the main crane and tailing crane working radius. The Towers will be lifted
directly off the Trailers; space has to be allowed for a working platform to be used to
safely attach the lifting gear to the Towers before lifting. Additional lifts for the bolts
will be necessary before the next Tower section is lifted.
3. The Nacelle will then be lifted from the position on the pad where it has been
prepared, the hub will then follow. Depending on the crane configuration and the HH
it may be that the Nacelle is lifted in without the Drivetrain which is a separate lift.
Best practice is to do as much work as possible at ground level so the Drivetrain is
only lifted separately when there is no other option.
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4. The blades will be the last to be lifted from the location where they have been
prepared.
5. The crane is disassembled and moved to the next location.
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5. Testing and Inspection

Any crane pads or hardstands shall not be taken into use until measurements and results of
agreed tests proving the ground bearing capacity of the Crane Pads, and Hardstands have been
finalised and Appendix 8 Crane Pad Requirements Checklist is signed and handed over to the
Contractor’s representative. The tests shall as a minimum include:
a) Proof roll record for any area subjected to loading showing that the ground has been
rolled and compacted sufficiently to resist deformation and rutting due to the applied
loads.
b) Plate bearing test (to BS 1377 or local equivalent) results showing that minimum bearing
capacity is achieved, the compaction should be to ninety eight (98) Percent modified
Proctor. For all the Crane Pads tests will be performed at the four corners and in the
centre with less than ten (10) mm settlement observed.
c) An inspection of the work has been completed with documentary evidence, including
test results, demonstrating compliance with these requirements.
A test-run has been successfully performed on the Roads by using a vehicle of

equivalent longest length which would be employed on transportation during
construction and installation.
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6. Other Requirements
Provision must be made for:
a) Sufficient area for safe parking of vehicles outside exclusion zone at each crane pad
b) All excess overburden or topsoil etc. to be stored on the lower slope side of the Site
Road and Laydown areas.
c) Provision of a level, compacted area with a radius of 5 metres wide around the turbine
tower is required to assist future maintenance.
d) Area around the Turbine shall be built to allow clear access from the road. This area will
be used for installation and grouting teams, and lowering and raising equipment and
tools using the nacelle crane to a service van, as shown on the figure below
e) At the entrance to each crane pad/hardstand clearly marked with signage with location
number.
Figure 5 - Turbine access on completion
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7. Appendix 1: Level Requirements Foundation/Boom Assembly
Foundation/Plinth level requirements
Boom Assembly – Support points
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Example below is an indication only showing the concept. Correct location will vary and should be
determined project specific.
8. Appendix 2: Hardstand design

Please request example hardstand designs from Vestas project and turbine configuration specific.
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9. Appendix 3: Crane Pad Requirements Checklist
Wind Power Plant Date
Wind Turbine No.
CHECKS PERFORMED (Relevant documentation to be attached)
Inspection prior to Wind Turbine Erection Specification Result

Dimensions are a minimum of the agreed specification
1
(excluding the road)
2 Longitudinal slope Max gradient 1%
3 Lateral slope Max gradient 1%

Minimum of
Load bearing capacity (Delete as applicable)
4 200 kN/m2
Min 98% (modified

5 Compaction or local requirements (Eurocode 7)
Proctor)
6 Shoulder slopes Maximum 45°

Drainage review (Control of storm water flow along and under
7
and around the crane pads so as to self-drain)
8 Suitable area for blade unloading and laydown
Sufficient working space (5m radius) and finish around the

9
turbine base for access pathway and future maintenance
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: 0083-9772 V00 Date: 2019-03-19

Crane Pad, Hardstand and Installation

Figure 1 - Example hardstand layout (not to be used as a design) .................................................. 9

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In all situations safety will be the ruling factor.

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2. Abbreviations and Definitions

The document is verified for use in Northern Central Europe.

2.1. Access Road(s)

2.2. Allowable Bearing Capacity

2.3. Assist Crane

2.4. Bearing Capacity

2.5. Bearing Capacity Factor of Safety

2.6. Bend and turn radius

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2.8. Blade fingers

2.9. Boom assembly area

2.10. Boom support

2.11. Compound Area

2.12. Crane Pad

2.13. Crane Walks

2.14. Eurocode 7: Geotechnical design

2.15. Foundation top

2.17. Hook assembly area

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2.19. Main Crane

2.20. Method Statement (MS)

2.21. Overhead obstruction

2.22. Position of tower door

2.23. Pre-installation crane

2.24. Public Road(s)

2.25. Risk Assessment (RA)

2.27. Rut Depth

2.28. Service path way

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2.30. Site Entrance

2.31. Site Road(s)

2.32. Storage area

2.33. Tag lines

2.34. Turning area

2.35. Ultimate Bearing Capacity

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3. Crane Pad and Laydown/Storage Area Specifications and Design

Risk of death and material damage due to overturning of Crane.

b) Where the components to be lifted are placed on the crane pad.

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Figure 1 - Example hardstand layout (not to be used as a design)

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Vestas Wind Systems A/S · Hedeager 44 · 8200 Aarhus N · Denmark · www.vestas.com

Vestas Wind Systems A/S · Hedeager 44 · 8200 Aarhus N · Denmark · www.vestas.com

Vestas Wind Systems A/S · Hedeager 44 · 8200 Aarhus N · Denmark · www.vestas.com

Figure 4 - Installation Compound Example

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Low hub heights (Max 90m):

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Above 90m hub height (excluding 90m)

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