Certification
Wind turbine certification is becoming increasingly important for companies competing in the international marketplace. Certification requires adherence to a strict quality assurance systems and use of methods that are recognized by certification agents. In some cases, methods are formalized in international standards and recommended practices. In others, the certification agent must understand and approve of the methods developed by the testing laboratory.1
In early 2010, the Small Wind Certification Council (SWCC) formally adopted a certification protocol for small wind turbines. The SWCC works with the small wind industry, governments, and other stakeholders to certify that, at the time of testing, small wind turbines meet or exceed the performance, durability, and safety requirements of the new AWEA Standard.2 This certification provides a common North American standard for reporting turbine energy and sound performance.3
The process of certifying a turbine to IEC 61400 standards for commercial use has been well established by the wind farm turbine industry.
Skyron has designed to the IEC specifications and will be pursuing certification to both IEC and ISO9001 standards.